You must type Comic Sans into Google right now (3 minute read)
A clever Easter egg in Google lets typography fans view their search results in the font Comic Sans just by searching “Comic Sans.” This playful feature applies the famously divisive font across the search results. It has sparked mixed reactions, but delighted those who recognize it as a humorous nod to font culture. Comic Sans has long been a polarizing choice, but Google's Easter egg shows its enduring cultural impact.
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How to Use Competitive Evaluation to Influence Decision-makers (5 minute read)
Competitive research can strengthen team buy-in by highlighting where competitors outperform or fall short. Focusing on specific features allows for targeted comparisons. The "Problem-Agitate-Solution" framework can be used to effectively illustrate deficiencies and solutions to help persuade stakeholders. Comparisons with similarly-sized competitors provide realistic, relatable insights to support design changes.
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When Combinations of Humans and A.I. are Useful (3 minute read)
Human-AI collaboration can reduce accuracy in tasks where AI excels, such as identifying fake reviews. Human involvement often leads to over- or under-reliance on AI, lowering performance. The combination of human creativity with AI's execution abilities is effective for open-ended tasks.
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Generate a Website with AI (Website)
Flexbe uses standard sections to help users create websites quickly. This approach guarantees that content is automatically aligned to the grid and adapted to different devices.
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FLIPPO Pet Food: A Fresh Take on Branding and Packaging Design (2 minute read)
FLIPPO Pet Food is a design-focused brand that offers natural pet nutrition. Its playful, bold packaging, designed by Colombia's Invade Design, features clean lines, vibrant colors, and engaging illustrations. The high-quality photography by Serena.Studio highlights FLIPPO's fresh ingredients, while the bold typography and humorous messaging make FLIPPO's products appealing and relatable.
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The Framing Effect in UX Design (4 minute read)
How you frame a problem can shape decision-making. People tend toward risk aversion when focused on gains, preferring certainty. Conversely, people exhibit risk-taking behavior when focused on losses, preferring uncertain options with potentially better outcomes.
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“Who are Designers Here to Serve?” (4 minute read)
The UK's toll systems often feel punitive, especially for infrequent users who face fines for missed payments. Its design prioritizes revenue over user-friendliness, with 20% of income from fines. While it would be ethical to design fairer systems, business goals often clash with user needs.
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