The Daily Index — Monday, October 21, 2024 · TLDR Index

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ALLEGED IPHONE SE 4 DUMMY UNITS SHOW IPHONE 14 DESIGN, APPARENT ‘PLUS' SIZE OPTION

New images of alleged iPhone SE 4 dummy units reveal a design similar to the iPhone 14 with a single rear camera, Face ID, and the same dimensions. Expected to launch in the spring, the iPhone SE 4 may come with a 6.1-inch OLED display, an A18 chip, and a 48MP camera. It could be Apple's first iPhone with a 5G modem.

9to5mac.com · 3 min

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ADOBE INTRODUCES AI TOOLS THAT MAKE IT EASIER TO WORK WITH VECTOR OBJECTS AND SKETCHES

Adobe has introduced new AI tools in its "Sneaks" program, including "Project Turntable" for converting 2D vector graphics into 3D and "Project Remix A Lot" for digitalizing hand-drawn sketches. These tools enhance design efficiency by maintaining visual integrity and automating layout variations for different platforms.

ux-news.com · 1 min

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APPLE'S MACOS SEQUOIA LETS YOU SNAP WINDOWS INTO POSITION

Mac users now have native window-tiling capabilities that allow them to arrange multiple app windows on their screens easily. Windows can be arranged by utilizing the green zoom button, clicking and dragging, using the Window menu, or via keyboard shortcuts. Third-party tools like Magnet and Rectangle offer expanded options for customizing window arrangements beyond Sequoia's built-in features, providing users with greater flexibility and control.

theverge.com · 2 min

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PRIORITIZING DESIGN SYSTEMS

Agoda's design system has evolved since 2018, becoming a crucial tool that supports over 60 product teams and 1,600+ engineers and designers. As demand surged, prioritization and communication challenges arose. To deal with this, the team introduced a new request management process using Jira that fostered better coordination, transparency, and prioritization based on specific criteria.

links.tldrnewsletter.com · 11 min

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THE BIGGEST FONT TRENDS TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2025

A resurgence of serif typefaces is expected in 2025 as designers push back against the dominance of sans serif fonts and embrace custom, expressive letterforms to avoid homogenization. The trend will include a growing interest in nostalgic and variable fonts that focuses on pairing versatile workhorse types with more expressive fonts for contrast and character.

creativeboom.com · 12 min

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UX IS A JOKE, AND IT'S INEXCUSABLE

Poor user experiences, from CAPTCHA frustrations to awkward video calls, have become punchlines to jokes that highlight widespread design failures. The persistence of these issues is frustrating and embarrassing for UX professionals as there are known solutions.

designweek.co.uk · 2 min

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A QUICK PRIMER ON DESIGNING WITH AI

While LLMs are language-based predictive models, they should be viewed as black boxes for practical purposes. Fundamental design principles include handling LLM hallucinations, ensuring undo functionality, enhancing existing features, and providing feedback loops. The focus should remain on delivering value, not just leveraging AI hype.

intenseminimalism.com · 6 min

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ACCELERATORS MAXIMIZE EFFICIENCY IN USER INTERFACES

Designing for expert users requires balancing learnability with efficiency. While new users need an intuitive interface to start quickly, expert users demand features that improve speed and productivity over time. Any system that will be repeatedly used should cater to both new users and expert users by including accelerators to allow people to complete specific routine tasks quickly and easily.

nngroup.com · 7 min

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PATENT SHOWS A MAD SMART RING WITH A DESIGN LIKE NO OTHER

Oppo's smart ring patent reveals a modular design with detachable electronics that offers a light and comfortable fit.

digitaltrends.com · 2 min

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WHAT DESIGNERS CAN LEARN FROM A MISUNDERSTOOD MODERNIST

The Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibition is showcasing Paul Rudolph's architectural career, which was marked by brutalist designs.

links.tldrnewsletter.com · 5 min

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HOW ERNST & YOUNG'S AI PLATFORM IS ‘RADICALLY' RESHAPING OPERATIONS

Ernst & Young's EY.ai platform boosts efficiency and allows users to focus on high-value tasks.

computerworld.com · 10 min