Procreate's anti-AI pledge attracts praise from digital creatives (4 minute read)
Procreate, an iPad design app, has decided not to incorporate generative AI tools into its products. The move has been welcomed by digital creatives concerned about AI using their content without consent. This decision and Procreate's commitment to a one-time purchase model and expansion into animation and desktop products have bolstered its positive reputation among creatives.
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Introducing Webflow's Certified Partner Program (6 minute read)
Webflow has revamped its Webflow Experts program, now called the Certified Partner Program, to support top freelancers and agencies better. The update includes new tiers, a points-based system, a Partner Hub for managing progress, and expanded benefits. A Global Alliances program for major agencies has been introduced, enhancing collaboration opportunities.
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Another Apple Smart Ring Patent Granted, Includes Controlling Smart Glasses (3 minute read)
Apple's latest smart ring patent expands its potential uses beyond health monitoring to include controlling other Apple devices, such as smart glasses and AR/VR headsets. The ring could wirelessly send data to these devices, enabling precise control through gestures. Although the concept may be outdated due to eye and hand-tracking advances, it might offer enhanced control for future products.
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UX is dead. Long live UX (9 minute read)
The end of "free money" has led to a correction in overhiring and a focus on sustainable business models, contributing to a "SaaS Winter" as companies retreat from aggressive pandemic-era hiring. The future of UX lies in embracing AI, which will streamline work, reduce team sizes, and drive innovation despite an oversupply of designers from boot camps and accelerated programs.
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Figma's UI3: The Psychology of Adaptation (5 minute read)
The shift to Figma's UI3 update was disorienting for many users due to disruptions in their established mental models and cognitive biases, such as the Familiarity principle and anchoring bias. Adapting to such changes takes time as users gradually adjust to the new interface, with initial frustration decreasing as familiarity and efficiency return over a few weeks.
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The Art of the Design Shtick (5 minute read)
This article explores the dynamics of "design shticks," focusing on Teenage Engineering's Medieval Sampler and Allan Peters' logo redesigns. While both projects operate within a niche, self-defined bubbles, they elicit strong reactions from the design community. The contrast between creativity and controversy raises questions about originality, the line between practice and self-promotion, and the double standards within design culture.
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Animate on Path (Figma plugin)
Using this plugin, designers can quickly create animations by selecting the object they wish to move, such as a Frame, Instance, or Shape. They can then choose the curve for the object to follow, which can be drawn using the pen tool, with an option to flatten the curve if issues arise.
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Microsoft Inclusive Design (Website)
Microsoft's Inclusive Design methodology embraces human diversity by offering principles, tools, and resources to create products that benefit everyone, focusing on those with permanent disabilities.
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Screen Share with Confidence (Website)
CleanSlate is a macOS app that automatically clears your desktop, hides notifications, and tidies up your screen, ensuring a clean and professional workspace during presentations.
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How to Keep IA Projects From Going Off The Rails (10 minute read)
An effective framework for managing information architecture projects involves using digital whiteboards like Mural or Miro to create an organized, centralized "infinite canvas" that captures all project details. This approach helps teams stay aligned and maintain clarity by structuring information into categories such as research and design. It facilitates collaboration and provides easy access to project updates throughout its lifecycle.
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Forget the Bubble, AI is Here to Stay in the Creative Sectors (5 minute read)
Despite recent stock market volatility and skepticism around AI, generative AI's role in the creative sectors is far from a fleeting trend. As seen with technologies like Nvidia's GPUs and tools like Adobe Firefly, AI will continue to drive innovation in professional software. The market may eventually consolidate, but AI's influence on creative industries is staying.
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