Much like late-stage capitalism, late-stage UX is characterized by its market saturation, heavy focus on financial growth, commoditization, automation, and increased financialization. Corporations exert significant influence over the economy and society, and designers can only push so far when advocating for user needs. How can we navigate this landscape as designers in 2024?
People with disabilities hold about $490b in purchasing power in the United States, while 68% of Gen Z prioritizes sustainable shopping. With these two groups holding consumer power, organizations have come to understand that corporate sustainability means social responsibility. Solutions are scarce, as design and tech hemorrhage capital in search of a new ‘new normal
Graphic design plays a crucial role in creating visually appealing content that captures the attention of audiences. To achieve stunning visuals, designers rely on various design programs that provide them with the tools and features necessary for their creative processes. Fortunately, there are several free design programs available online that cater to both beginners and professionals alike.
AI HAS A lot of problems. It helps itself to the work of others, regurgitating what it absorbs in a game of multidimensional Mad Libs and omitting all attribution, resulting in widespread outrage and litigation.
In today’s fast-paced world of web design and development, being efficient is not just a bonus – it’s a necessity. UI testing, especially checking for responsive design, is critical to make sure websites work well on a variety of devices. Often, traditional methods require using many tools and tabs, which can make testing take longer and become more complex. However, doing responsiveness tests in a single tab can streamline the process, drastically cutting down both time and effort.
Chrome extensions can add useful functionality to the browser, but they can also slow down your browsing experience. We’ve tested the page speed impact of 5,000 Chrome extensions as part of our 2024 report on Chrome extension performance.
iOS 17.5 delivers new features for iPhone users, including app distribution changes in the EU, Apple News+ enhancements like offline mode and leaderboards, design tweaks, a new Pride wallpaper collection, Find My network improvements, and a repair state feature. Security updates are also included.
The West German sportsman and inventor Adolf Dassler was ahead of his time. Long before the creation of leisure wear and sports science, Dassler was endeavouring to perfect footwear for sports people.
Traditional product tours can be a hindrance to active users. Instead, onboarding should be designed with active users in mind, making guidance accessible throughout the product experience.
On May 13, OpenAI launched GPT-4o, the latest evolution of its AI model. Building on the foundation of GPT-4, which already sparked significant excitement in the AI community, GPT-4o aims to make an even bigger impact. The “o” stands for “omni,” reflecting its ability to unify voice, text, and vision in a seamless experience.
