The old-fashioned design of this television symbolizes pop culture. It often appears when discussing Korean pop culture content, like K-dramas or music shows featuring K-pop idols.

In an age of watching videos on smartphones, this old TV emoji actually gives off a special vibe. It evokes nostalgia for the days when the whole family gathered in the living room to watch TV, and it's great for introducing retro content. It's also useful for announcing a new series release on a streaming service.