The floppy disk symbol is still used by software on user-interface elements related to saving files, such as the release of Microsoft Office 2019, even though the physical floppy disks are largely obsolete, making it a skeuomorph.

Does anyone use diskettes anymore?

Recently retired Boeing 747s still use 3.5-inch floppy disks to load updated navigational databases. Cramming large new tech into old tech is bad, but floppy disks aren't inherently bad. The retired Boeing 747 is being toured as part of a virtual hacking conference.

Why are floppy disks not used today?

They are very sensitive to moisture and dust. They have a low data transfer rate. Many newer computers don't have a floppy drive, which makes it an unreliable storage device. Floppy disks' plastic cases are more flexible than sturdy.