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September 18, 12:20 pm

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Google plans to enhance Google Search by flagging AI-generated images in the "About this image" window. This feature relies on C2PA metadata 

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News & Trends

Google will begin flagging AI-generated images in Search later this year (2 minute read)

Google plans to enhance Google Search by flagging AI-generated images in the "About this image" window. This feature relies on C2PA metadata to identify AI-manipulated photos, but its adoption faces challenges since only a few tools and cameras support these standards. While companies like Google, Amazon, and Adobe back C2PA, metadata can still be removed or corrupted. Despite these limitations, such measures aim to combat the rapid spread of deepfakes.
Apple's Ferret-UI is an AI that Can Understand and Navigate Mobile Interfaces (3 minute read)

Researchers at Apple have developed Ferret-UI, a new multimodal large language model that excels in understanding UI elements, their functions, and potential user interactions. It performs three core tasks: referring, grounding, and reasoning, enabling it to understand and manipulate what's on a mobile screen precisely. A key innovation is its any-resolution capability, which allows it to adapt to different screen sizes while maintaining high precision. Ferret-UI holds promise for enhancing mobile experiences and accessibility despite some limitations in complex reasoning and design aesthetics.
Snap's new AI feature lets you create Snapchat Lenses by simply describing them (2 minute read)

Snapchat is enhancing its AI tools for creators. It introduced Easy Lens at the Snap Partner Summit, a feature that converts plain-English descriptions into augmented reality (AR) Lenses using generative AI through Lens Studio. It also announced Body Morph for generating 3D characters and outfits and new functionalities like icon creation and Bitmoji animations.
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Opinions & Tutorials

The Apple Watch Series 10 Makes Secretly Glancing at the Time Easier (4 minute read)

Apple has announced the thinner, sleeker Apple Watch Series 10, which features a wide-angle OLED display, new health tracking features, faster charging, and built-in speakers for music and podcasts. The Series 10 comes in various finishes, including a new jet black polished aluminum. It is now available for pre-order, with sales starting on September 20.
The over-confetti-ing of digital experiences (9 minute read)

Overusing "surprise and delight" animations can reduce their impact, so they should be used sparingly at key moments. The FEAT framework helps guide the use of animations through the consideration of frequency, emotion, animation, and transition, ensuring they enhance the experience without overwhelming users.
UX Needs More Punk (6 minute read)

Modern UX design is criticized for being overly polished and safe, losing its ability to truly resonate with users. By adopting a punk ethos and embracing rebellion, imperfection, and disruption, designers can create more authentic and engaging experiences. This approach challenges norms and empowers users, making UX a genuine connection and innovation platform.
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Launches & Tools

Split Shape (Figma plugin)

Create intricate patterns or unique compositions by evenly cutting a shape into multiple pieces or changing it.
Design System Generator (Figma plugin)

Instantly generate a color design system and button components with pre-built properties and variants into the Figma design panel.
PrivacyAI (Website)

Generate a privacy policy, terms of service, and more in one click with AI.
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Miscellaneous

Building Mad: Ba'ndo's dive into eccentric brand design (2 minute read)

Ba'ndo designed a bold, creative brand identity for the digital news platform Mad that emphasizes curiosity, passion, and talent. The identity features a striking three-block logo, playful mascots, impactful typography, and a vibrant color palette to create a dynamic space for ideas.
Gestalt Principles for Visual UI Design (8 minute read)

Understanding the nine fundamental Gestalt principles can revolutionize UI design by revealing how users naturally group visual elements. Applying concepts like proximity, similarity, and closure helps create intuitive and cohesive interfaces, enabling designers to craft layouts that feel right and enhance user satisfaction.
Why Comparing AI Image Editing to Photoshop Downplays the Risks (3 minute read)

Comparing AI image editing tools to Photoshop minimizes the significant risks they pose. AI tools enable anyone to easily create realistic but harmful images, such as fake violent scenes or deep-fake nudes. The scale and accessibility of these AI tools place us in uncharted territory that demands serious attention and solutions.

Quick Links

Ingenious XR Colour App is an Exciting Glimpse into the Future of Digital Art (2 minute read)

Using a stylus and VR headset, developer Lucas Martinic created an XR app that lets artists extract colors from real-world objects in real time, revolutionizing XR art.
Audio-Visual Connections (2 minute read)

London's The Vinyl Factory and 180 Studios presents "The Vinyl Factory: Reverb," featuring over 100 artists merging art and sound in immersive installations and performances celebrating sensory experiences.
Runway AI Launches an API to Expand Access to its Most Powerful Video Generation Model (3 minute read)

Runway AI Inc. is offering early access to its Gen-3 Alpha Turbo API for 10-second video creation at 50 cents each.

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