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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “#iconsftw” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21479 of the collection, and the 153rd best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “#iconsftw” meme mean?
This meme expresses playful anger toward an unpopular design change. Users employ humor to critique Apple. The absurd defense of icons creates a funny contrast with the actual public dissatisfaction.
Where does the “#iconsftw” meme come from?
The phenomenon began on September 1, 2010, during Apple’s presentation of iTunes 10. The new blue music note logo replaced the CD and faced immediate criticism. A Twitter account named @itunes10icon started the parody by replying to complaints. Other accounts like @iChaticon or @windows7icon copied this approach. The hashtag #iconsftw, meaning “icons for the win,” became the rallying cry for these fictional avatars fiercely defending their respective looks.
- 2010Apple presents iTunes 10 and its new logo on September 1.
How to use the “#iconsftw” meme
- Use this hashtag to gently mock a minimalist or uninspired redesign.
- Employ it in a technical debate to highlight the importance of visual aesthetics.
- Add it to a humorous tweet when a software update radically changes the interface.
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The “#iconsftw” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21479 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 68/100 · #153 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “#iconsftw” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; #iconsftw comes out of the Memes World series 72 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does #iconsftw mean?
It stands for “icons for the win.” It is an ironic phrase used by parody accounts to defend their respective icons.
Why did #iconsftw become popular?
It emerged following the massive rejection of iTunes 10's new icon. Users created characters to ridicule Apple's choice.
Who launched the hashtag #iconsftw?
No specific person is identified. The movement was initiated by anonymous accounts like @itunes10icon on Twitter.
How do I get the #iconsftw meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “#iconsftw” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the #iconsftw card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: #iconsftw: The 2010 Twitter Parody Hashtag Explained · Late 2000s Memes Memes — meme.com · Tech Humor Memes Memes — meme.com · checked on October 14, 2026.
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