1. Open your Photos app. 2. Tap the photo you want to turn into a Live Sticker. 3. Tap the photo again to enter full-screen mode. 4. Tap and hold the item in the photo you want to turn into a sticker.

So began the journey of a modern-day sticker entrepreneur ... instead of words. A cute bear shrugging or a rabbit pounding the floor with laughter are the new fun run replacement to LOL.