TLDR DesignJuly 15, 2024

TLDR DESIGN 2024-07-15

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01NEWS & TRENDS

FTC STUDY FINDS ‘DARK PATTERNS' USED BY A MAJORITY OF SUBSCRIPTION APPS AND WEBSITES

A new study by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) conducted with international consumer protection networks revealed that nearly 76% of 642 subscription-based websites and apps employ dark patterns. These manipulative design techniques often compromise user privacy or encourage unintended purchases. Common dark patterns include auto-renewal sneaking, obstructive cancellation processes, and forced actions for accessing features.

techcrunch.com4 min read

THE MEETINGS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME THANKS TO THIS NEW FEATURE FROM ADOBE ACROBAT

Adobe Acrobat has enhanced its versatility by introducing the AI Assistant, a conversational model powered by artificial intelligence. This tool aids users by summarizing complex documents, answering questions related to document content, and linking information for ease of access, all while ensuring document privacy. The new AI features can be accessed through a desktop application, the web, and on mobile devices.

links.tldrnewsletter.com5 min read

THE AI-FOCUSED COPIED ACT WOULD MAKE REMOVING DIGITAL WATERMARKS ILLEGAL

The COPIED Act aims to protect journalists and artists from AI models' unauthorized use of their work. Introduced by a bipartisan group of senators, the bill directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to establish standards for authenticating and detecting AI-generated content through features like watermarking. It could give enforcement powers to state attorneys general and the FTC and allow content owners to sue for unauthorized use.

theverge.com2 min read

02OPINIONS & TUTORIALS

YOUR HIDDEN SUPERPOWERS - PART TWO: DESIGNERS CAN EXPLAIN ANYTHING

Designers have a hidden superpower: the ability to explain things clearly. This skill can transform your career by enhancing communication within teams. By translating complex ideas into simple visuals, designers bridge gaps in understanding, making them invaluable in meetings and project discussions.

whydesignishard.substack.com4 min read

THE ROLE OF PERSONALITY IN USER EXPERIENCE PART II: DESIGNING FOR DIFFERENT PERSONALITY TYPES

Personality traits like the Big Five influence user behavior and preferences in human-computer interaction, making their identification and assessment crucial for personality-based design, despite privacy concerns. Personalization systematically adapts interfaces based on personality traits to enhance satisfaction and performance. It can be implemented via adaptive and adaptable systems - adaptive systems adjust automatically, while adaptable systems allow user customization.

uxpsychology.substack.com9 min read

WHY DESIGNERS SHOULD BECOME LEADERS

Designers should be involved throughout the entire process to solve user problems and influence business decisions. Their ability to embrace the unfamiliar and see the bigger picture suits them for leadership roles. Designers can leverage their skills in empathy and human-centered design to transform insights into actionable solutions and drive organizational success.

links.tldrnewsletter.com4 min read

03LAUNCHES & TOOLS

FONT-BASED PATTERNS

Mazeletter offers nine unique maze pattern fonts that seamlessly tile. Each font style presents a different maze dimension, from zigzagging hedges and tunnels to calligraphic ribbons and art deco façades.

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PRODUCT DESIGN EXERCISES

This collection features hands-on product design exercises to help designers build confidence and skills.

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LUMMI

AI-generated free stock photos and royalty-free images that can be explored through categories and filtered by filters like orientation, focal point, number of people, luminance, and color.

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04MISCELLANEOUS

QUIET CONFIDENCE

Thandiwe Muriu is a Kenyan photographer who combines bold patterns and ancient proverbs to explore themes of visibility and identity. Muriu's work, which features over 70 shots taken between 2015 and 2023, celebrates African culture and the power of visual storytelling. It has earned her significant recognition, including the 2020 edition of the Photo London Emerging Photographer of the Year Award.

aestheticamagazine.com3 min read

JUST ENOUGH DESIGN (AND NO MORE)

Taku Satoh's book, "Just Enough Design," explores the Japanese concept of hodo-hodo, emphasizing moderation and balance in design. Satoh's work, from chopsticks to toys, illustrates the power of restraint and subtlety. This approach encourages designers to refine details without excess, fostering emotional connections. Satoh's philosophy promotes creating space for user interpretation and imagination, enhancing the design experience.

designlobster.substack.com4 min read

A PAIR OF STAGGERING INFOGRAPHICS ORGANIZES 1,600 PLANETS BEYOND OUR SOLAR SYSTEM BY COLOR

Martin Vargic's latest project includes two infographics that showcase 1,600 exoplanets organized by size, temperature, and atmospheric properties, with data from public databases and exoplanet colors based on illustrations and the Sudarsky scale. "The Exoplanet Zoo" and "Icy and Rocky Worlds" highlight exoplanets' heat levels and terrestrial characteristics.

thisiscolossal.com3 min read