The Daily Index — Thursday, August 29, 2024 · TLDR Index

NEWS & TRENDS

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GOOGLE MAPS ROLLING OUT REDESIGNED PIN SHAPE AND COLORS

Google Maps has updated its pin design with shorter, more rounded shapes and a white background. The category icon is housed in an inner circle, replacing the traditional pointy-bottom pins. Most pin colors remain the same, though some categories, like museums, now use purple instead of teal. These design changes, including softer color tweaks, aim to improve map visibility and functionality. This server-side redesign is rolling out across Android, iOS, and the web, complementing previous updates like the simplified bottom bar and new map colors.

9to5google.com · 1 min

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DONALD TRUMP'S NFT TRADING CARDS ARE BACK AND CRINGIER THAN EVER

Donald Trump has launched a series of digital trading cards that place him in various hyper-patriotic and exaggerated scenarios. The design of these cards, which resemble outputs from a basic AI image generator, offers an over-the-top and amusingly self-flattering portrayal of Trump. These new 'America First' edition NFTs have garnered attention, continuing the odd trend since their initial release in late 2022. Despite their peculiar design, there remains a surprising demand for these Trump-themed NFTs.

creativebloq.com · 2 min

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THE 80/20 RULE IN DESIGN JOB INTERVIEWS

How can designers perform exceptionally well in design job interviews? The key word is “preparation.” They should use the 80/20 rule to put 80% of their effort into preparing for the case study presentation (20%) and the remaining 20% for the other 80% of questions, which aren't trivial and shouldn't be neglected.

matejlatin.com · 9 min

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PRACTICAL DESIGN

Good design improves everyday items by making them more functional. For instance, placing expiration dates on food packaging enhances convenience, reduces food waste, and improves customer satisfaction. Despite resistance due to aesthetics, examples like Muji show that practical design changes can be effective and visually appealing.

nubero.ch · 8 min

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WHY AREN'T THERE MORE UX SOCIOLOGISTS OUT THERE?

UX design often emphasizes individual psychology but can benefit from incorporating sociological insights to understand broader societal forces. Balancing psychological and sociological perspectives can lead to more effective, socially meaningful designs, especially as digital products increasingly impact society.

links.tldrnewsletter.com · 5 min

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JESSICA WALSH LAUNCHES HER OWN TYPE FOUNDRY, FOCUSED ON 'EMOTIONAL TYPE'

Jessica Walsh has launched "Type Of Feeling," a type foundry offering emotional typefaces that blend artistic expression with functional design. The foundry provides a retail collection of typefaces and custom typography services, with seven typefaces available at launch and more in development.

creativeboom.com · 7 min

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BOLD TYPOGRAPHY AND ELEGANT BRANDING DEFINE SAKE SHOW 2024

Quim Marin's branding for Sake Show 2024 uses refined typography and a bold red circle motif to highlight Japanese culture and sake, creating a sophisticated and modern visual identity. The event for Barcelona and Bilbao aims to celebrate sake's heritage while promoting Japan as a leading enogastronomic destination.

abduzeedo.com · 2 min

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HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS: BLACKJACK BREW CO'S BRAND BY ENSEMBLE GIVES THE BREWERY A SENSE OF PLACE

Blackjack Brew Co. rebranded to reflect its Manchester heritage and progressive craft beer approach, with a new identity by design studio Ensemble. The reimagined Jack mascot and custom typeface link the brand to its roots, while a versatile design system caters to different beer ranges and labels.

the-brandidentity.com · 4 min

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FONT-SIZE LIMBO

The default browser font size of 16px is too small, and high-resolution displays further complicate readability.

sebastianlaube.de · 2 min

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MOVIE LOGO FONTS: EXPLORING THE TYPOGRAPHY OF 30 CLASSIC FILMS

The unique typography of 30 iconic film logos, from Indiana Jones to Blade Runner, reveals how fonts create mood, enhance storytelling, and become pop culture symbols.

indieground.net · 14 min

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HOW WE DESIGNED A WHITE-LABEL IN-CAR INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

Snapp Automotive developed a white-label infotainment system, SnappOS that focuses on simplicity, cross-functional collaboration, safety, and contextual adaptability.

theturnsignalblog.com · 12 min