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APPLE UNVEILS IOS 19 ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES: MAGNIFIER FOR MAC, APP STORE LABELS, MORE

Ahead of WWDC, Apple revealed new accessibility features across devices, marking 40 years of progress. Updates include Accessibility Nutrition Labels on the App Store, Magnifier for Mac, a more straightforward Personal Voice setup, and improved tools like Accessibility Reader, Braille Access, and Live Captions. CarPlay, Vision Pro, Eye Tracking, and Background Sounds also get enhancements with releases coming later this year.

META'S ASSETGEN 2.0 AI MODEL WILL GENERATE HIGHER-QUALITY 3D ASSETS, AND EVEN ENTIRE WORLDS

Meta's AssetGen 2.0 is a much-improved 3D asset generation AI with better detail and geometry. It uses a single-stage 3D diffusion model trained on 3D assets to create higher-quality objects from text prompts. Currently used internally, it will be added to Horizon Desktop Editor later this year as Meta works toward generating full 3D scenes and making 3D content creation as easy as 2D.

WHY LEARNING TO INTERACT WITH TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS IS KEY TO CREATIVE SUCCESS

Three technicians share how they mentor and solve problems to help students bring ideas to life. Intense creative technical work relies on respect, clear communication, and early collaboration with technicians as creative partners, not just service providers. Success today requires working with specialists early, staying curious, respecting their skills, and embracing true partnership.

WHAT COLOUR BLIND DESIGNERS CAN TEACH US ABOUT SEEING DIFFERENTLY: THE HIDDEN ADVANTAGE

Colour blindness, often seen as a design limitation, can enhance focus on essentials like structure, contrast, and usability. Throughout history and across fields like science, military, and art, those who perceive differently have uncovered insights others overlook. Designing from the perspective of outliers, rather than the assumed “average” user, leads to more inclusive and effective solutions for all.

BRUSSELS AIRLINES GETS A NEW IDENTITY, BUT STICKS WITH ITS OLD LOGO

WeWantMore rebranded Brussels Airlines without altering its logo or color palette by focusing on refined details that express warmth and individuality, aligning with the brand essence “You're in good company.” Through subtle updates, like a custom typeface, warmer hues, and a focus on a single red dot, the identity feels more cohesive, premium, and distinctively Belgian, reflecting a boutique hotel-in-the-sky experience.

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