The Duolingo owl is back from the dead – what now? (1 minute read)
Duolingo's iconic owl mascot, Duo, was dramatically “killed off” in a marketing stunt, only to be resurrected, sparking mixed reactions from fans. The brand leveraged collective mourning to drive engagement, proving its offbeat marketing strategy remains effective. However, with this bold move played, the challenge now is to keep its branding fresh without resorting to gimmicky tactics.
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People are just noticing this weird detail in Ford's century-old logo (2 minute read)
People have noticed a small curlicue detail in Ford's century-old logo that many never realized was there despite its long history. A viral TikTok highlighted the confusion, with some people incorrectly believing the flourish was a fake addition, though it has existed since at least the 1910s. This phenomenon shows how our brains often store only the basics of familiar logos, making small design details easy to overlook.
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Alibaba Makes AI Model for Video, Image Generation Publicly Available (2 minute read)
Alibaba has made its AI model Wan 2.1 for video and image generation publicly available, aiming to boost adoption and competition in AI. The model, released in four variants, is accessible globally on Alibaba Cloud's ModelScope and Hugging Face for research and commercial use. Alibaba plans to invest $52 billion over three years to strengthen its cloud computing and AI infrastructure.
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Designing for Stress and Emergency (8 minute read)
Design must fit real-world contexts, especially when people are under stress. Stress disrupts cognition, leading to instinctive decisions. Clear, simple interfaces help users focus. Prioritizing tasks, breaking them into steps, and adding safeguards prevent mistakes. Emergency modes improve response times. Regular stress testing ensures usability, making digital products more reliable in high-pressure situations.
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The Human Response to AI Unpredictability: Insights for UX and AI Practitioners (6 minute read)
A University of Turin study examined how users react to AI's nonsensical responses. Technical users saw errors, while non-technical users attributed autonomy. Unexpected AI behavior affected trust, prompting calls for clearer, more explicit faces, transparency, and better error handling. The findings highlight the need for AI design that accounts for diverse user interpretations and experiences.
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50k+ Copyright Free Icons (Figma plugin)
Ikonik is an open-source set of 50k+ high-quality icons categorized into 45 packages. It contains Outline and Filled formats and is editable and easy to insert in Figma.
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Design yourself out of a job… so you're ready for the next one (12 minute read)
Continuously learning and adapting is key to career growth, and designing yourself out of a job means identifying impactful tasks and delegating or automating them. Both individual contributors and managers can benefit by taking on new challenges, developing skills, and fostering a reciprocal relationship with leadership.
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How to Create Better Error Alerts: A Guide to Improving User Experience (5 minute read)
Clear, user-friendly error alerts improve user experience by informing, guiding, and reassuring users. Effective alerts use concise language, specific explanations, and actionable solutions while avoiding jargon. Design considerations include color coding, icons, and placement for visibility. Regular testing and iteration help refine alerts, enhancing usability and building user trust.
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