TLDR Design

TLDR DESIGN 2024-01-24

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02OPINIONS & TUTORIALS

THE VISION PRO’S FIRST KILLER APP IS THE WEB, WHETHER APPLE LIKES IT OR NOT

There aren’t many native apps for the Vision Pro headset yet, so Apple will need Safari to work well on it to make the headset a success. The browser will come with some platform-specific features, such as the ability to open multiple windows simultaneously and move them around in virtual space and support for WebXR, which could enable more immersive web experiences.

theverge.com7 min read

WHY A DEDICATED IPHONE VIDEO BUTTON IS A GREAT IDEA

Both iPhone 16 models will get a new camera capture button on the lower right side - right under the user’s forefinger when they flip the phone into landscape mode. It may be pressure and swipe-sensitive for even more control.

lifewire.com4 min read

THE QUIET DEATH OF ELLO’S BIG DREAMS

Ello, a social network founded by artists and designers, wanted to create a platform for prioritizing community and creativity over advertising revenue. It could not sustain itself financially and was forced to shut down in June 2023.

waxy.org22 min read

03LAUNCHES & TOOLS

COLOR FUSE AI

Use the power of AI to generate color palettes by style from an already-picked color and use it directly in Figma, Illustrator, or Photoshop.

colorfuseai.comTool

AI IMAGE UPSCALER (FIGMA PLUGIN)

This image upscaler uses AI to upscale up to 8 times the original resolution. It works straight in Figma and is perfect for various image types, including avatars, background images, Midjourney renders, marketing images, and designs.

figma.com

VARIANTS RANDOMIZER (FIGMA PLUGIN)

This Figma plugin simplifies adding variation to your designs by allowing you to randomize multiple variants, including boolean and nested props.

figma.com

04MISCELLANEOUS

THE USER EXPERIENCE OF ONBOARDING

An effective onboarding process can help improve retention since its main objective is introducing core values to users as quickly as possible. User onboarding is about establishing credibility, teaching key features, and motivating regular use until users reach a steady state.

uxmatters.com7 min read

THE TOP 5 AI-POWERED TOOLS FOR USER RESEARCH–AND HOW TO USE THEM

Researchers can automate, streamline, and enhance their workflow with AI-powered tools. There are many platforms available. This handy guide features five options you should consider. It describes them in detail, how to use them, and how much they cost.

uxdesigninstitute.com7 min read