Adobe Drops ‘Magic Fixup': An AI Breakthrough in the World of Photo Editing (5 minute read)
Adobe has introduced "Magic Fixup," an AI model leveraging video data to revolutionize photo editing. It was trained on millions of video frames, enabling it to understand object and scene changes under varied conditions and make sophisticated edits while preserving fine details. The technology could drastically enhance workflows across industries such as advertising, filmmaking, and content creation, though it raises ethical concerns about image authenticity.
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The Full 2024 Webflow Conf Agenda is Live! (4 minute read)
Webflow Conf 2024, which offers tailored sessions for designers, marketers, product teams, developers, and agencies, will feature online and in-person keynotes, product spotlights, and expert panels. The full agenda is live, with insights into web development, marketing strategies, and cutting-edge design techniques expected at the event.
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Dream Machine 1.5 Catches Sora and Other Rival AI Video Makers Napping (2 minute read)
Luma Labs' Dream Machine AI video generator version 1.5 boasts improved realism, better text rendering, and faster video generation, which could benefit creators working under tight deadlines. The new model can create five seconds of high-quality video in just two minutes, offering more rapid turnaround times. AI video technology continues to improve and is set to have a major impact on industries such as entertainment, advertising, and education.
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Design Guidelines for Better Notifications UX (10 minute read)
Effective notification design balances user engagement and minimal disruption. Strategies include starting with low-frequency notifications, offering customizable settings, and allowing snooze options. Tracking notification effectiveness ensures they remain helpful without becoming intrusive.
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Bridging the Design/engineering Gap (5 minute read)
Collaboration between design and engineering is essential for effective design systems. Learning basic coding helps designers communicate better with engineers. Open communication, mutual respect, and celebrating shared successes foster innovation and create superior products.
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A Sneak Peak at Ideogram 2.0 (4 minute read)
Ideogram 2.0 introduces improvements in AI text-to-image generation with five new models: General, Realistic, Design, Anime, and 3D. The latest version enhances text accuracy and reduces letter fragments, particularly excelling in generating realistic photos and sophisticated digital illustrations. Although some text layout issues remain, the Design model shows promise in rapid iteration and creation within non-photographic categories with enhanced features like customizable color palettes.
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Book Cover Archive (Website)
A collection of beautiful book covers for the appreciation and categorization of excellence in book cover design.
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The Keychron K2 HE Could Be the Best-Looking Keyboard Yet (6 minute read)
The Keychron K2 HE, available on Kickstarter starting at $130, is a mechanical keyboard with a 75% layout that features rosewood and aluminum frames in premium models. It uses Gateron Double Rail Magnetic Switches for enhanced precision and supports wired and wireless connections. The keyboard is expected to ship in October.
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8 Figma tips for UI3 (8 minute read)
Figma's new UI3 introduces repositioned tools like "select matching layers" and "bulk-edit text," along with features such as "suggested auto-layout" and "follow prototype" to enhance usability. The "hide hints on click" and "annotations in Dev-mode" tools also improve prototype testing and developer collaboration.
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