Headspace's new AI chatbot will offer mental health support to subscribers (2 minute read)
Headspace has introduced Ebb, a generative AI-powered chatbot designed to provide personalized support for mental health issues using motivational interviewing techniques. The chatbot has two main functions: encouraging users to reflect on events and offering app content or prompting gratitude reflections. Ebb cannot give direct mental health advice but will provide crisis hotline information if a user seems at immediate risk. Headspace is considering expanding Ebb's memory and integrating it more deeply with its professional care services to improve user experience.
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YouTube is testing a new video player UI on Android, but not everyone is a fan (2 minute read)
YouTube is testing a revamped video player UI for its Android app that includes several relocated buttons and displays more video information. The update moves elements like the video title and channel details to new positions, adds gesture capabilities for playlist navigation, and includes a second playlist and video chapter buttons. Many Android users are dissatisfied with these changes and expressed dissatisfaction in online forums. While the interface seems more suited to larger screens, user reception has been mixed.
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Newly Released Apple Developer Videos on YouTube are a Treasure Trove of Design Insights (2 minute read)
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is an essential event for app developers and designers. It offers insights into the company's latest software and hardware innovations and design philosophy. Traditionally exclusive to Apple's Developer website and app, WWDC sessions are now accessible on YouTube, providing global access for designers beyond the Apple ecosystem. This new repository is a significant resource for expanding UI/UX design knowledge and skills.
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Designing for Canvas Tools (5 minute read)
Canvas tools are adaptable digital platforms that integrate customizable workflows, collaborative features, and accessibility improvements. By creating reusable design libraries, companies can streamline the development of canvas interfaces, ensuring consistent and accessible user experiences. Prioritizing features and layouts in 2D and 3D spaces improves usability, enhancing user satisfaction across diverse accessibility needs.
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Becoming a Better Designer (6 minute read)
As challenges evolve from clearly defined problems to undefined complexities, the designer's role expands to encompass critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. Mastery goes beyond technical skills, requiring leadership and the ability to navigate ambiguity while guiding teams toward solutions.
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App Icons (Figma plugin)
This plugin taps into appicons.co, making it easy to search for any app's official icon and import it directly into your Figma designs.
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Albasound: Branding and Web Design for Audiovisuals (2 minute read)
Albasound has revamped its branding and web design. Created by designer Manel Font and featuring a modern logo that integrates the company's initials as sound and light control panels, the new visual identity and website effectively showcase Albasound's audiovisual event management services, setting it apart from competitors.
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Is Atomic Design Dead? (3 minute read)
Brad Frost's Smashing Conf talk explored the evolution of design systems, from early frameworks to today's AI-driven tools. He emphasized the growing gap between product needs and design systems, urging collaboration to balance the two. Frost also discussed AI's potential to streamline design systems while raising broader questions about designers' roles.
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