Squid Game’s visual design is a masterclass in leveraging bold colors, minimalism, geometry, contrast, and mystery to evoke emotion and captivate audiences. For web designers, it offers powerful lessons on purposeful design that prioritizes storytelling and emotional impact over safe,… Continue Reading →
Users’ feedback is shaped by biases, emotions, and familiarity with the status quo. Great UX design requires balancing empathy with vision, using user insights as a guide—not the rulebook.
Spotify’s hidden Star Wars Easter egg turns the playbar into a glowing lightsaber when playing certain official Star Wars playlists. This playful feature delights fans by adding a touch of the Force to their listening experience.
The FTC has ordered accessiBe to pay $1 million for falsely claiming its AI-powered tool could make websites fully compliant with accessibility standards. This action is part of the FTC’s crackdown on deceptive AI marketing practices.
Advanced UX goes beyond Nielsen’s principles, focusing on cognitive load, workflow continuity, and customization to empower expert users. These pro-level heuristics enhance efficiency and resilience in high-performance environments.
Santa Claus is a master UX designer, seamlessly combining advanced technology, rigorous testing, and a touch of magic to deliver billions of gifts in one night. From analyzing questionable TikTok trends to perfecting chimney entry systems, his operation is a… Continue Reading →
Airlines use advanced UX strategies and dark patterns, such as urgency cues, visual hierarchy, and hidden free options, to nudge travelers toward paying for seat selection, turning it into a $12.4 billion revenue stream.
Google’s Project Mariner introduces autonomous AI agents that navigate the web and perform tasks, reshaping UX design and testing to accommodate both human users and AI agents.
Every year, the UX Collective dives deep into what’s shaping the design world, and their 2025 State of UX report is out. Spoiler alert: it’s a mix of exciting tech breakthroughs and some hard truths about where our industry is… Continue Reading →
Pinterest has unveiled its much-awaited 2025 trend forecast, offering a sneak peek into the creative directions set to define design, lifestyle, and branding aesthetics in the coming year. The trends highlighted by “Pinterest Predicts” resonate with both emerging and established… Continue Reading →
For decades, Google has been the cornerstone of how we navigate the internet. Whether you’re searching for the best pizza in town or troubleshooting a tech issue, Google has been the go-to solution for nearly everyone. But a recent WallStreet Journal article reveals a… Continue Reading →
Web design is not merely an exercise in aesthetics; it is a blend of art and science where psychology plays a crucial role. Understanding how users think, perceive, and behave online allows designers to create interfaces that feel intuitive, trustworthy,… Continue Reading →
