At last, Adobe Photoshop comes to the iPhone (and it just might be great) (7 minute read)
Adobe has released Photoshop Mobile, a touch screen-optimized version of its photo editing software that features unlimited layers, AI-powered touch accuracy, and seamless syncing with web and desktop versions. With a free tier and premium features at $8/month, Adobe aims to expand its audience and drive Creative Cloud adoption by empowering mobile creators.
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2 of Tesla's top designers left the company (2 minute read)
Tesla faces a deepening crisis as top designers David Imai and Bernard Lee depart amid financial struggles, recalls, lawsuits, and declining sales. Their exit may further hinder Tesla's innovation and exacerbate its design and quality issues.
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From Apple to Nike, I'm mesmerized by these hypnotizing chrome logos (1 minute read)
Design company Paper has launched a web-based tool that transforms logos into hypnotic chrome effects inspired by Apple's event invitations. This tool allows users to turn iconic logos or original images into sleek, futuristic artworks. Founder Stephen Haney expressed excitement over the tool's creative potential, encouraging users to share their designs.
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The Effort Paradox in AI Design (6 minute read)
People value effort in product interactions, as seen with Betty Crocker cake mixes, IKEA furniture, and AI tools. Over-automation can reduce user satisfaction, trust, and engagement. Effective AI design balances automation and user involvement, ensuring meaningful participation while maintaining convenience. The right balance fosters ownership, mastery, and better experiences.
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Human-Centered Design Through AI-Assisted Usability Testing: Reality or Fiction? (15 minute read)
AI can enhance unmoderated usability testing by generating follow-up questions, refining participant insights, and increasing scalability. However, it struggles with contextual awareness, redundancy, and frustration, which can skew results. Researchers must ensure AI-generated questions remain relevant and adaptive to improve the quality of usability testing without hindering participant engagement.
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AI-First: Designing the Next Generation of AI Products (4 minute read)
AI-first products, built around AI engines, require new design approaches. Challenges include flexible interfaces, prompt-guided user guidance, and managing AI limitations. Designers must embrace iterative user journeys and rethink interaction models. As AI-first apps evolve, product design will shift to accommodate non-linear workflows and dynamic user experiences.
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AI-Powered Visual Search (Website)
Interact with recognized objects to access information, news, and stories. Connect with experts who know them best and effortlessly explore a world of knowledge.
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The hardest working font in Manhattan (35 minute read)
Marcin Wichary discovered the unique "Gorton" font while researching typing history. Wichary initially found its design messy but grew to appreciate its quirks. Originally a routing font for pantograph engravers, Gorton dates back to 1902 and features distinctive monoline strokes and rounded points.
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iPhone legacy still “weighs” on Sir Jony Ive (4 minute read)
Sir Jony Ive reflected on his time at Apple, the iPhone's societal impact, and the evolving role of design in a BBC interview. He discussed his collaboration with Steve Jobs, iconic product development, and the need for thoughtful AI design amid rapid technological change.
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AI is a Prism, Not a Source (2 minute read)
Creativity works like light through a prism, refracted into new forms. Like a prism, AI amplifies ideas but doesn't generate a spark. It expands creative potential, splitting and refining possibilities while final artistic decisions remain human. AI enhances exploration, but meaning and authenticity still require a human touch.
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