Jony Ive's LoveFrom has an Adorable New Logo (2 minute read)
LoveFrom, the creative collective led by Jony Ive, has introduced a new mascot, Montgomery the bear. A charming animation of Monty interacting with the LoveFrom wordmark was shared on social media. Monty had previously appeared on Moncler jackets, but his presence now cements him as LoveFrom's official mascot.
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Facebook launches a Gen Z-focused redesign (4 minute read)
Meta has redesigned Facebook to appeal to younger users amidst competition from platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The redesign emphasizes local community engagement by introducing a "Local" tab, personalized "Explore" content, and enhanced video features to capture the interests of young adults. Updates also target popular tools like Facebook Groups, Events, and Marketplace and include AI integrations for more personalized experiences.
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A User Interface Designer redesigned MKBHD's Panels app and made it 10x better (4 minute read)
MKBHD's Panels app underwent a transformative redesign by Juxtopposed that enhanced its UI, addressed bugs, and proposed a less intrusive monetization approach. The initial app launch faced heavy criticism due to functionality issues, excessive wallpaper pricing, and privacy concerns. Juxtopposed's redesign not only improved navigation and visual consistency but also turned the app into a social platform for community engagement and exclusive content sharing.
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Supercharging Creativity: Bringing the Power of Adobe Express to Webflow Users (6 minute read)
Adobe Express has now integrated with Webflow, allowing teams to create and edit high-quality images and visual assets for the website that adhere to brand guidelines. Powered by Adobe Firefly AI, the tool simplifies image generation and editing. This integration helps businesses meet the growing demand for visually engaging websites while maintaining brand consistency and accelerating content production.
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Sketch and AI (3 minute read)
The team at Sketch prioritizes designers' needs and workflows when considering AI integration. They reject generative AI for design creation and vow to protect user privacy, ensuring no exploitation of personal work. The company will maintain transparency and only adopt ethical AI models.
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Loose Thoughts on Versioning in Figma (6 minute read)
Versioning components and files in Figma can be challenging, especially as designs grow. To manage this, consider creating more components, separate design files, or introducing staging libraries. Each method offers pros and cons, but maintaining multiple component versions and avoiding disruptions is critical to ensuring smooth collaboration between designers and developers.
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Neubrutalist (Figma plugin)
This Figma plugin allows users to effortlessly select one or multiple shapes, texts, or objects and apply the solid shadow effect commonly seen in Neubrutalist designs.
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Mind Map Maker (Website)
Whimsical's free mind map maker helps you visualize, clarify, and organize ideas and information faster.
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Exploring Mogo's Branding and Visual Identity by Soofi Art Studio (3 minute read)
Mogo's branding, designed by Soofi Art Studio, features unique typography with a custom "g" and a bold white and dark red color palette to evoke hunger and excitement. The nostalgic 1950s-inspired mascot, combined with the typography and colors, creates a distinctive, memorable visual identity that appeals to all ages while maintaining professionalism.
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Practical Accessibility Tips You Can Apply Today (8 minute read)
Dropdowns should use semantic HTML with ARIA attributes for accessibility. Modals require focus management to trap users within the modal. ARIA roles and keyboard navigation are essential for tabbed interfaces. Attention to detail is crucial for building accessible UI patterns. A link to the ARIA Authoring Practices Guide Patterns, which provides a ton of examples, is available at the end of the article.
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How a Bottom-Up Design Approach Enhances Site Accessibility (12 minute read)
A bottom-up design approach is essential for accessible web design. It focuses on specific user needs, especially for neurodivergent audiences, addressing small details first. This method helps catch usability issues early, making websites more functional and inclusive. While top-down methods ensure consistency, bottom-up improve accessibility and user experience.
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