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Google Drive has introduced a dark theme, a highly requested feature that aims to provide a more comfortable viewing experience. The dark theme is now officially rolling out to all Google Workspace customers and personal account users. The rollout is progressive and yet to be widespread, with the dark theme only affecting the file view, while Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and other app content remain unchanged.
Former Apple chief designer Jony Ive and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are collaborating on an AI hardware project. They are now seeking $1 billion in funding and discussing investments with Laurene Powell Jobs' Emerson Collective. Ive's iconic designs for Apple and Altman's generative AI expertise make them a powerful duo. Still, it's being determined what their AI device will entail and whether it will directly compete with Apple's products.
Code Connect is a new Figma tool introduced to enhance the use of design systems by making code snippets more accessible to developers, facilitating better collaboration and consistent use across organizations. The beta release for Figma Organization and Enterprise plans promises a more unified workflow. Figma aims for general availability later in the year, further reducing silos and improving design-code integration.
Describing software as a "product" can set unrealistic expectations due to its ongoing development and lead to irresponsible coding practices. Using terms like "service" or "improvement" may better represent the iterative nature of software development and foster improved understanding among stakeholders.
Early in their careers, many designers follow a linear process like the double diamond model. However, experience teaches that such structures don't bind creativity - ideas can originate from any stage. Embracing flexibility and prioritizing critical criteria regardless of process stage fosters creativity and prevents the stifling effects of rigid methodologies.
These small and big Figma design tips will help to make your Figma design workflow smart, fast, and super productive.
Heardeer helps you handle user interviews by letting you set objectives and conducting voice-AI user interviews.
Musho is an AI creative assistant in Figma that turns prompts into gorgeous and developer-friendly designs that can be edited.
The Humane AI Pin, designed to replace smartphones with AI-powered features, has faced criticism for its poor hardware performance, limited functionality, and impracticality in public settings. Priced at $699 with additional monthly fees, critics question its value proposition compared to smartphones, especially considering advancements in competitors' voice assistants.
Since Google acquired Fitbit in 2021, the app has been updated to comply with Material You design guidelines. Fitbit's UX team talks about how it adapted its app for Google platforms and the thought process behind the two-year transition, which is still ongoing.
Like any skill, drawing requires study, practice, and time to master. However, most people ignore that, claiming they don't have the talent. Whether you're new to drawing or have always wanted to do it, this post provides practical advice on how to get started and improve.
This is a beautiful visual story about hundreds of teenagers and how their lives will develop in the next 24 years, based on the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth.
Nike used generative AI tools and 3D rendering software to create wild concepts for Air models inspired by the tastes of its Olympic athletes.
Italian artist Dolaana Davaá creates Old Master-inspired paintings that appear to be melting, handcrafting the frames with the same impressive melting effect.