Wow, i hadn't even considered that they could be demonic.
It makes sense in a way. Early human "writings" were often in the form of drawings rather than words. I tend to be if the opinion that any form of regression to that is part of the agenda.
While pictures may be able to convey information regarding objects or concrete, material things, with pictures alone it is diffcult to express complex ideas (in my opinion). The elites don't want us discussing deep ideas, they want us fighting over who has the most stuff.
But the main reason i am not a fan is because to me the use of them makes no difference.
If someone says something rude or is attacking me (as evidenced by some interactions both on this site and elsewhere), them tacking on a smiley face after is not going to negate everything they just wrote. It is just an attempt by them to be dishonest. (And i admit i've done it too - as with many things, it is imitable behavior and sometimes thoughtless interactions occur)
In the end, what was said was said, there's no sugar coating.
Same goes if i say something - it's the other person's choice whether to take it as an insult or as advice, but i doubt putting smiley faces will change anyone's opinion.