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January 17, 1:07 pm

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TLDR Design 2025-01-17

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News & Trends

Here's the Nintendo Switch 2 (3 minute read)

Nintendo has unveiled the first details of the Nintendo Switch 2, which is set for release this year. The console resembles the original Switch but is larger. It features black Joy-Con controllers with colored accents that attach magnetically. The new Switch has a new USB-C port and an improved kickstand. Backward compatibility with most Switch games has been confirmed.
The Nokia Design Archive Goes Live – Relive the Early Years of Mobile Multimedia (2 minute read)

Aalto University's Nokia Design Archive is now open. Featuring 700 curated entries and 20,000 items showcasing Nokia's design history, the archive, led by Professor Anna Valtonen, explores the evolution of mobile phones from basic devices to innovative concepts like the Nokia N95. Visitors can browse sketches, models, and concept displays.
This Porsche X Honor smartphone collab validates an unexpected tech trend (2 minute read)

The Porsche X Honor Magic 7 RSR smartphone seamlessly combines Porsche's automotive-inspired design with cutting-edge technology. Its distinctive hexagonal camera unit, sharp edges, and high-quality materials reflect Porsche's signature aesthetic. Available in refined colors like Agate Grey and Provence, the device offers a perfect balance of elegance and individuality for an elevated user experience.
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Opinions & Tutorials

Science just validated your favorite font pairings (2 minute read)

Researchers from Hanyang University analyzed thousands of font pairings, confirming sans-serif fonts like Helvetica, Futura, and Univers dominate across mediums. The study highlights how font choices vary by use case, with serif fonts appearing in print, ornate fonts in ads, and bold glyphs in branding.
“Designers need to put instinct over data” (5 minute read)

Designers should prioritize instinct over data, as data can oversimplify complexity while instincts capture emotional nuance. It is important to hone instincts through experience, understand the end user, and create a safe environment to foster bold, inspired work.
Rethinking the Term "Primitives" in Design Systems (3 minute read)

The term "primitives" in design systems refers to foundational elements like color, typography, and spacing but may feel vague to non-technical teams. Alternatives like "root" and "foundation" offer clearer, more inclusive language that fosters better collaboration and understanding across design, development, and stakeholder teams.
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Launches & Tools

Blur Sensitive Data from Screenshots (Website)

BlurData is a macOS application designed to enhance privacy by blurring sensitive information in screenshots and images.
Create 3D Models from Images (Website)

Transform images into 3D models for animation, rendering, or 3D printing.
Eyedropper Photo Game (Website)

A daily photo game to capture a drop of color from your world.
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Miscellaneous

Dripping with character: 27b crafts a punchy brand world for pop-up restaurant Kokoro Amsterdam (3 minute read)

27b created a unique brand identity for Kokoro, a Japanese pop-up restaurant in Amsterdam, that avoided cultural clichés through hand-drawn typography, textured illustrations, and a reusable pink menu sleeve. The design emphasizes authenticity, innovation, and sustainability, with custom merchandise featuring subtle branding elements.
Campbell Hay crafts new place brand for Islington Square (3 minute read)

Campbell Hay developed a dynamic new identity for Islington Square, transforming it into a vibrant London retail destination focused on experience and discovery. The brand features bold graphics, animated 3D arches, and an inviting verbal identity to showcase its lively atmosphere.
What Trump's Election Tells Us About the User Experience of Government (6 minute read)

Public trust in government is low; many feel it fails to meet their needs. To rebuild trust, we need more user-friendly, adaptable systems like success planning, guaranteed income, and the abundance movement, focusing on personalized, responsive services that effectively deliver results rather than rigid, outdated bureaucratic processes.
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Quick Links

Automated Accessibility Testing at Slack (14 minute read)

Slack has implemented automated accessibility tests with Axe and Playwright, ensuring comprehensive checks throughout development, supplemented by manual and user-focused evaluations.
Iconic Guitars of Famous Guitarists Brought to Life In Beautiful Illustrations (1 minute read)

Anthony Giaccone's debut art series showcases hand-drawn illustrations of iconic guitars, blending his marketing career and passion for art.
Enough Disruption: Build Better Products (5 minute read)

The tech industry is obsessed with disruption over quality, which results in buggy and confusing user experiences.

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