The Daily Index — Tuesday, March 19, 2024 · TLDR Index

NEWS & TRENDS

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GOOGLE DRIVE WEBSITE IS GETTING A DARK THEME

Google Drive introduced a new dark theme option for users, accessible via Settings. The new theme does not change the appearance of Docs, Sheets, or Slides and does not sync with the device theme. Other Google apps like Google Keep and Chat also have dark modes, but night mode availability remains limited on the web.

9to5google.com · 1 min

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WARNER MUSIC GROUP’S EDGY NEW BRAND IDENTITY HITS ALL THE RIGHT NOTES

Warner Music Group has partnered with Pentagram to refresh its brand identity and bring its diverse brands under one roof. The company created a palette of motifs that can be used across internal brands and platforms. The rebrand highlights Warner Music Group's legacy with a modern, playful spirit, contemporary typography, and a refreshed color scheme.

creativebloq.com · 2 min

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ADOBE DROPS 2 GAME-CHANGING AI TOOLS FOR 3D ARTISTS

Adobe has integrated Firefly AI tools into its Substance 3D suite to enhance texture creation and scene staging. The move aims to significantly speed up the creative process for 3D content creators. The new features are available in Substance 3D Sampler 4.4 and Stager 3.0. They offer innovative capabilities for realistic texturing and environment generation outside the Creative Cloud subscription.

creativebloq.com · 2 min

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IS HEADSPACE XR REALLY WHAT GEN Z NEEDS?

Headspace XR is a mixed and virtual reality experience created by Headspace, Meta, and Nexus Studios. It targets Gen Z users to strengthen their mind-body connection and alleviate loneliness. However, like with any innovation or new technology, there’s a danger that this becomes just another complicated distraction.

itsnicethat.com · 3 min

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A DESIGNER’S ROLE IS NOT “AT THE TABLE”

For decades, designers have asked for a seat at the table in the boardrooms where decisions are made. Yet, this seems next to impossible, given that the people sitting next to them often struggle to understand their role. Instead of trying to prove their value and explain design, designers should invite those who don’t understand their role to experience design.

uxdesign.cc · 5 min

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COLOR IS A FOUR LETTER WORD

When used effectively, color has the power to capture a viewer's attention. Today's software is mostly a canvas for displaying people's (colorful) content, so you cannot rely on color alone to guide their behavior. You should remove colors from interface design whenever possible, treating them as part of a budget only used where it returns the best results.

pjonori.blog · 4 min

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AI IMAGE GENERATOR BY FREEPIK (FIGMA PLUGIN)

A free AI plugin to generate images inside Figma. The plugin suggests prompt modifiers for any style so designers can quickly build a prompt for their images.

figma.com

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CYBERPUNK IS OUT AND SOLARPUNK IS IN, ACCORDING TO FIGMA’S CEO

Figma CEO Dylan Field has observed a shift from the futuristic, neon-lit cyberpunk aesthetic to a more optimistic and natural solarpunk theme, characterized by sustainable energy and architecture integrated with the environment. The trend suggests a movement from dystopian imagery to more human-centric designs and harmonious with nature.

theverge.com · 1 min

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PRODUCT TOOLS HAVE CREATED A LEADERSHIP CRISIS. ONLY TOOLS FROM THE OUTSIDE CAN SOLVE IT

Tech has an unhealthy relationship with tools: we use them to define our goals. However, the problem with most tools is that they succumb to “the way of ways” and eventually replace the goal entirely. The cause of the problem is the lack of leadership necessary to define goals beyond “follow the book.”

uxdesign.cc · 6 min

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THE NEW FREE FONTS EVERY DESIGNER SHOULD HAVE

You can elevate your design to a new level and completely change its mood with the right typeface. Fortunately, you don't have to rely on expensive fonts to achieve that. This carefully curated collection of free fonts will give you plenty of options to look premium without spending a fortune.

graphicdesignjunction.com · 15 min

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SCOOT AIRLINES ILLUSTRATION SHOWCASE

Odd Bleat and VML Singapore revamped Scoot Airlines' identity with 100 illustrations in a powerful collaboration. These vibrant narratives embody Scoot's "Escape the Ordinary" ethos.

abduzeedo.com · 2 min

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A PLAYABLE DOCUMENTARY OF THE BEST GAME DESIGNER YOU'VE NEVER HEARD OF

Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story is a playable documentary game archive created by Digital Eclipse that covers the legendary gamer designer's work, which spans over 40 titles.

cnet.com · 3 min