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Microsoft may update its Office app icons with a new 3D design. Inspired by Windows 11's 3D emoji, the icons follow the Fluent 2 design language. Microsoft hasn't officially announced the update yet and is currently gathering user opinions before finalizing the new look.
WordPress.com launched a free AI website builder with a chat-style interface to help users quickly create websites. Aimed at entrepreneurs and bloggers, it simplifies site creation but doesn't support complex needs like e-commerce. Users can test it with 30 free prompts before choosing a hosting plan to publish their site.
Lexus has unveiled its futuristic "Black Butterfly" in-car display at Milan Design Week, focusing on interface innovation over vehicles. The dual-screen system centralizes control of the car, entertainment, and smart home features. Showcased as both a functional tool and creative canvas, it hints at a bold new direction for automotive UI design.
Adobe recently joined the social media site Bluesky in hopes of connecting with the community, but things didn't go quite to plan. After introducing itself in an innocent post, Adobe was met with a savage onslaught of backlash, from scathing criticisms all the way to Egyptian curses, in a very unwelcoming reception.
ASUS recently unveiled its latest laptop designs at Milan Design Week 2025, introducing a new material called Ceraluminum. This innovation, which blends function and beauty, makes laptops 30% lighter and three times stronger than standard anodized aluminum. The Signature Edition Zenbook range stood out with its nature-inspired designs and distinct tactile feel.
This video dives into designing in the age of AI and what the future of music looks like. It explores how AI is flipping design on its head and how it has the capacity to change music forever, making music creation more accessible than ever before and empowering newbies and professionals alike.
Easily transform regular layers on Figma into dynamic animations with realistic physics. It also includes various animation templates that seamlessly integrate with the plugin.
Add unique and visually appealing abstract shapes to your projects. Select the options for the number of waves, angle, color, color mode, and more, and export the composition as SVG or PNG images.
Viva Labs researches products and generates dozens of ad script variations. It then lets users choose from over 100 realistic AI avatars to represent their brand, spanning 29+ languages for global reach.
Rumors about Apple releasing foldable devices have intensified, suggesting a 7.8-inch foldable iPhone and an 18.8-inch foldable iPad could launch in 2026. Some speculate these might actually be two versions of the same product, perhaps branded as an entirely new "iFold" line, to differentiate Apple's offering with a unique feature like a crease-free screen.
Design studio Little Troop created a playful, refined identity for MoMA's children's festival, blending whimsical characters with a limited color palette. Inspired by childhood imagination and nature, the adaptable designs spanned everything from posters to microsites, inviting kids and adults into a joyful, interactive art experience.
Redecor's new 3D design-simulation game collection, “Real World Beauty,” celebrates imperfect, lived-in interiors with features like coffee stains and pet-worn sofas. Inspired by everyday messes, the update resonated deeply with users, reflecting a cultural shift toward authenticity. The collection increased engagement by embracing flaws and highlighted the emotional comfort of realistic, personalized home design.
Fonts shape perception before words are read.
UX is no longer seen as a unique advantage - it is now expected.
Effective product onboarding sets expectations, provides early value, and balances simplicity with clarity.