0x260E

0x260E refers to the Unicode code point U+260E, which corresponds to the symbol commonly named BLACK TELEPHONE (☎). It is part of the Miscellaneous Symbols block, spanning U+2600 to U+26FF. The character’s general category is Symbol, Other (So), and it uses the Common script. Its decimal value is 9742.

The glyph typically depicts a traditional telephone handset and is used in text to represent telephony, contact information, phone numbers, or call-related actions in user interfaces and signage. Rendering varies by platform and font; some environments display a monochrome glyph, while others render a colored emoji-style pictograph. Although it originated as a generic symbol, its usage has become widespread in contexts involving telephone services or contact options.

Encoding and compatibility: As a standard Unicode character, U+260E can be included in text encoded in UTF-8, UTF-16, or UTF-32. It is broadly supported across modern operating systems, fonts, and software, though exact appearance may differ between environments.

See also: related telephone-related symbols exist in the same Unicode region, such as U+260F for another telephone-related pictograph, and other symbols in the Miscellaneous Symbols block.