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Gadgets

Framework's first eGPUs turn its laptop into a desktop PC

UX design

Framework is building a better couch keyboard because everyone hates the Logitech one

fromEngadget

Gadgets

Framework launches the Laptop 13 Pro with Intel's new Panther Lake chips

Gadgets

Framework Laptop 13 Pro is the first major revision to the original Framework Laptop

Framework announces Laptop 13 Pro, 'the MacBook Pro for Linux users'

Framework Laptop 13 Pro offers significant upgrades, including a new design, improved battery life, and features aimed at Linux users.

Framework Has a Better, More Take-Apart-Able Laptop

Framework announced the 13-inch Laptop 13 Pro, featuring improved battery life, a touchscreen, and modular design for easy upgrades.

Framework's first eGPUs turn its laptop into a desktop PC

Framework introduces the OCuLink Dev Kit for external GPU support, targeting power users with advanced connectivity options.

Framework is building a better couch keyboard because everyone hates the Logitech one

Framework is developing a new wireless keyboard to improve upon the widely disliked Logitech K400.

fromEngadget

Framework launches the Laptop 13 Pro with Intel's new Panther Lake chips

Framework's new 13 Pro laptop maintains modularity while introducing significant upgrades like a larger battery and redesigned chassis.

Framework Laptop 13 Pro is the first major revision to the original Framework Laptop

Framework introduces the Laptop 13 Pro with Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs, a touchscreen, and a larger battery, marking a significant redesign from the original Laptop 13.

Framework announces Laptop 13 Pro, 'the MacBook Pro for Linux users'

Framework Laptop 13 Pro offers significant upgrades, including a new design, improved battery life, and features aimed at Linux users.

The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids and adults to screens

Social media companies are liable for harming children through addictive design features similar to those in gambling.

9 hours ago

Framework's CEO on the RAM crisis and creating a "MacBook Pro for Linux users"

Framework has more Linux users than Windows users among its customers.

Apple has an opportunity to rediscover humanity

Apple's leadership transition presents a chance to restore its inspirational image while addressing issues of control and competition.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Tim Cook, thank you for making me fall in love with my phone

Tim Cook's leadership has led to incremental improvements in Apple products that enhance user experience and foster brand loyalty.

fromZDNET

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS updates for multitasking capabilities.

Tim Cook was an innovator - just not the Jobs kind

Tim Cook transformed Apple into a revenue powerhouse through supply chain optimization, while Steve Jobs was known for groundbreaking product innovations.

fromComputerworld

16 hours ago

With John Ternus as CEO, expect Apple's platforms to proliferate

John Ternus will become Apple's new CEO on Sept. 1, succeeding Tim Cook who will become chairman of the board.

fromAxios

20 hours ago

Apple enters post-Cook era chasing its next hit

Tim Cook will step down as CEO, transitioning to executive chairman, while John Ternus becomes CEO and Johny Srouji is promoted to chief hardware officer.

7 hours ago

Apple has an opportunity to rediscover humanity

Apple's leadership transition presents a chance to restore its inspirational image while addressing issues of control and competition.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Tim Cook, thank you for making me fall in love with my phone

Tim Cook's leadership has led to incremental improvements in Apple products that enhance user experience and foster brand loyalty.

fromZDNET

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS updates for multitasking capabilities.

Tim Cook was an innovator - just not the Jobs kind

Tim Cook transformed Apple into a revenue powerhouse through supply chain optimization, while Steve Jobs was known for groundbreaking product innovations.

fromComputerworld

16 hours ago

With John Ternus as CEO, expect Apple's platforms to proliferate

John Ternus will become Apple's new CEO on Sept. 1, succeeding Tim Cook who will become chairman of the board.

fromAxios

20 hours ago

Apple enters post-Cook era chasing its next hit

Tim Cook will step down as CEO, transitioning to executive chairman, while John Ternus becomes CEO and Johny Srouji is promoted to chief hardware officer.

LG G6 vs. LG G5: I compared the latest OLED TV models, and it's a surprisingly tough choice

LG's G6 OLED TV enhances its market dominance with key upgrades, but the G5 remains a strong, cost-effective alternative.

3 hours ago

Aurzen ZIP Tri-Fold Projector Cyber Edition: The Most Distinctive Projector of 2026 Fits In Your Pocket - Yanko Design

Cyberpunk aesthetics evolved into lifestyle signifiers, exemplified by Aurzen's ZIP Cyber Edition projector, which emphasizes engineering over decoration.

Marketing tech

Adobe's new AI experiment can whip up a website custom designed for Gen Z

Adobe's Asset Amplify tool generates tailored marketing materials for specific audience segments, enhancing brand design with AI-driven personalization.

This Nothing-Inspired XR Headset Displays Your Status So People Know When Not to Interrupt - Yanko Design

Spatial computing is evolving to enhance user immersion while considering real-world interactions, exemplified by the Nothing XR(01) headset's social transparency feature.

Motorola Razr 70 listed ahead of announcement

Motorola's Razr 70 series, including the Razr 2026, features advanced displays, powerful specs, and is set to launch soon.

22 hours ago

Motorola's new Razr gets an official launch date

Motorola will unveil the new Razr smartphone on April 29, featuring the Razr 70 and Razr 70 Ultra models.

17 hours ago

Motorola Razr 2026, Razr+ 2026, and Razr Ultra 2026 US prices leak

Motorola will launch new Razr models in North America on April 29, with price increases and new specifications compared to previous models.

9 hours ago

Motorola Razr 70 listed ahead of announcement

Motorola's Razr 70 series, including the Razr 2026, features advanced displays, powerful specs, and is set to launch soon.

22 hours ago

Motorola's new Razr gets an official launch date

Motorola will unveil the new Razr smartphone on April 29, featuring the Razr 70 and Razr 70 Ultra models.

17 hours ago

Motorola Razr 2026, Razr+ 2026, and Razr Ultra 2026 US prices leak

Motorola will launch new Razr models in North America on April 29, with price increases and new specifications compared to previous models.

What happens to your sense of self when a machine can do the thing you were proudest of? - Silicon Canals

The distress from AI is more about the erosion of professional identity than labor displacement.

Graphic design

17 hours ago

How design leaders influence decisions without being in the room

Effective design communication requires clear annotations to convey decisions, hypotheses, and outcomes.

Using Design Systems in Claude Design: How Good Is It?

Claude Design is more effective with design systems imported from GitHub than from Figma.

fromTechCrunch

Anthropic launches Claude Design, a new product for creating quick visuals | TechCrunch

Claude Design allows users to create visuals easily, targeting those without design backgrounds, and complements existing design tools like Canva.

Web design

13 hours ago

Using Design Systems in Claude Design: How Good Is It?

Claude Design is more effective with design systems imported from GitHub than from Figma.

fromTechCrunch

Anthropic launches Claude Design, a new product for creating quick visuals | TechCrunch

Claude Design allows users to create visuals easily, targeting those without design backgrounds, and complements existing design tools like Canva.

more#claude-design

Online learning

fromeLearning Industry

16 hours ago

How AI Avatars Are Turning Static Documents Into Interactive Learning Experiences

Transforming traditional documents into interactive learning experiences enhances engagement and retention in training.

Bootstrapping

fromEntrepreneur

15 hours ago

How to Build a Business That Can Be Rebuilt in a Weekend

Smart entrepreneurs use a modular approach, allowing businesses to adapt quickly to market changes, similar to reconfiguring a Lego set.

fromgizmodo.com

I've Tested a Lot of Bad Smart Glasses and These Are the Worst Yet

Dymesty AI Glasses are poorly designed and functionally useless, failing to deliver on their promised features.

Cars

frominsideevs.com

This Is The Future Of Hyundai SoftwareAnd Yes, It Comes With Buttons

Hyundai's new Pleos OS aims to enhance the software experience in its vehicles, addressing previous shortcomings in in-car software.

Data science

fromeLearning Industry

Multimodal AI For Instructional Designers: What It Is, How It Works, And Why It Changes Learning Design

Multimodal AI processes and generates multiple data types, enhancing understanding and output accuracy by mimicking human information processing.

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.

The web trained AI to deceive. Now designers have to untrain it.

LLMs replicate UX dark patterns from the web, leading to deceptive design practices in generated content.

Psychology

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.

The web trained AI to deceive. Now designers have to untrain it.

LLMs replicate UX dark patterns from the web, leading to deceptive design practices in generated content.

more#llms

Music production

19 hours ago

What Streaming Took From Music, Samsung Design Just Gave Back - Yanko Design

Samsung Design's Visual Audio reinterprets music players to restore the visual and tactile experience lost in streaming.

Silicon Valley

fromwww.nytimes.com

Video: The Resistance to New Technologies

Public skepticism towards A.I. technologies stems from a lack of control and fear of job loss.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

Inside Ikea's dream factory: Its prototyping lab (exclusive)

"It would be really hard without this space to make good products, if not impossible," Axelsson says.

Design

Tech industry

Google assembles four-partner chip supply chain with Broadcom, MediaTek, Marvell to challenge Nvidia in inference

Google is creating a diversified custom chip supply chain to challenge Nvidia's dominance in AI inference.

US news

America's 'Laser Dome' starts here

The U.S. military is set to deploy high-energy laser weapons for air defense against weaponized drones after a safety agreement with the FAA.

'Invisible mouse' made a mess of PC rebuild

After endlessly pulling the plug out, and plugging it in again, many reboots and lots of swearing, we finally discovered the problem. The new one was hidden under the PC's side casing.

Games

Chicago Blackhawks

fromDefector

Someone Appears To Be Stuck On The Jumbotron | Defector

Virginia Tech's spring game faced unexpected chaos with a skydiver incident, overshadowing the new coaching era under James Franklin after a challenging previous season.

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.

Psychology

fromPsychology Today

The Science of Seeing Differently Through Virtual Reality

Virtual reality can immerse individuals in experiences of bias, but it may also reinforce existing prejudices if not carefully designed.

Growth hacking

fromInfoQ

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.

Psychology

fromPsychology Today

The Science of Seeing Differently Through Virtual Reality

Virtual reality can immerse individuals in experiences of bias, but it may also reinforce existing prejudices if not carefully designed.

more#virtual-reality

fromApp Developer Magazine

21 hours ago

How AI is causing app litter everywhere

Modern software development prioritizes speed and volume over quality and longevity, leading to a proliferation of unreliable applications.

Product design in 2026: the beginning of a fantastic voyage?

Designers now have the opportunity to redefine their influence and role within companies, moving beyond traditional constraints.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 won't upgrade battery, charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 will have a 4,300 mAh battery and 25W wired charging, unchanged from previous models.

Mobile UX

Samsung brings the Galaxy S26 AI features to the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold7

Samsung shares its thesis on the future of design and AI (exclusive)

Samsung showcases Project Luna and a vision for future design at Milan Design Week, emphasizing communal AI and a new design language.

3 hours ago

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 won't upgrade battery, charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 will have a 4,300 mAh battery and 25W wired charging, unchanged from previous models.

Mobile UX

Samsung brings the Galaxy S26 AI features to the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold7

Samsung shares its thesis on the future of design and AI (exclusive)

Samsung showcases Project Luna and a vision for future design at Milan Design Week, emphasizing communal AI and a new design language.

Wearable health tech might be Tim Cook's greatest legacy

The Apple Watch has significantly influenced modern health technology and is a key part of Tim Cook's legacy at Apple.

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.

fromSFGATE

Silicon Valley

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.

Silicon Valley

fromSFGATE

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.

The art of subtraction in a world of infinite features

Subtraction in visual arts enhances clarity and focus by intentionally removing elements that distract from the main subject.

fromSpeckyboy Design Magazine

Claude Opus 4.7 for Product Designers

Opus 4.7 is available across Claude products and its API, with a token cost of $5 per million input tokens and $25 per million output tokens.

Artificial intelligence

Web design

How AI Could Change Collaboration for Web Designers & Developers - Speckyboy

Connecting with web professionals enhances learning and productivity, while AI is transforming workflows and relationships in the industry.

fromwww.npr.org

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

"I felt like there were these patterns that were really related to my symptoms, but I didn't know how to connect them."

US news

Design

A Gaming Executive Said "Build Me a Crystal House." This Is What 7,300 sq. ft. of Pure Glass Looks Like - Yanko Design

Glass architecture creates a unique interplay of presence and absence, exemplified by F-House's all-glass design that challenges conventional residential norms.

Television

Hisense's Midrange TV Has a Fancy Stand, but Also Some Image-Processing Quirks

Hisense's U7SG TV offers high-end features but faces tough competition and some performance flaws.

Framework Laptop 16 upgrades make it look less like an unfinished prototype

Framework Laptop 16 updates include a new CPU option and cosmetic improvements, enhancing functionality and aesthetics.

12 hours ago

The Xbox Prototype That Cost $18K Now Takes Just a Spool of Filament - Yanko Design

The original Xbox prototype, revealed at GDC 2000, was a massive X carved from a single block of aluminum, reportedly costing around $18,000 per unit.

UX design

7 hours ago

Oppo Pad 5 Pro and Pad Mini arrive with Snapdragon 8 series chips, stylus support and 67W charging

Oppo launched the Pad 5 Pro and Pad Mini tablets, featuring advanced chipsets, large batteries, and high-quality displays.

New Android development tool designed for robots, not humans

Google's new Android CLI for AI agents reduces token usage by 70% and task completion time by three times.

fromMail Online

10 years ago

Star Trek specs which are helping blind people to see

Glasses with cameras provide verbal commentary and facial recognition for blind users, enhancing their ability to identify people and objects.

3 days ago

They Built the 'Cursor for Hardware.' Now, Anthropic Wants In

Creativity in hardware development is being unlocked by new tools and APIs, enabling more makers and developers to innovate.

fromEngadget

12 hours ago

LG's super-thin Wallpaper OLED TV starts at $5,500

LG's Wallpaper TV, the OLED evo w6, is impressively thin, wireless, and features advanced OLED technology, priced at $5,500 for 77 inches.

Graphic design

Nano Banana in Figma

Figma introduced an AI image generator and editor to streamline image creation and modification within the design platform.

fromInfoWorld

Making agents dull

Enterprise AI will thrive when it becomes governable, portable, observable, and reliable, akin to the stability achieved with Kubernetes.

fromProtoPie

We Didn't Code This: A Fully Functional FinTech App Built in ProtoPie

Pie Bank is a high-fidelity mobile banking prototype that accurately simulates real app functionality and interaction logic.

What we behold, the trust-latency gap, designing haptics

AI is rapidly transforming technology and design, creating both opportunities and challenges for designers.

Test smart: how to approach AI and stay sane?

AI tools can enhance productivity but may compromise quality if not used critically.

1 week ago

Notes from the people building your future

AI-driven job displacement requires thoughtful policy to ensure equitable distribution of prosperity and prevent increased inequality.

What we behold, the trust-latency gap, designing haptics

AI is rapidly transforming technology and design, creating both opportunities and challenges for designers.

Test smart: how to approach AI and stay sane?

AI tools can enhance productivity but may compromise quality if not used critically.

1 week ago

Notes from the people building your future

AI-driven job displacement requires thoughtful policy to ensure equitable distribution of prosperity and prevent increased inequality.

more#ai

fromwww.businessinsider.com

My 8-year-old and I vibe-coded an app in 3 hours. AI is moving fast, so I figured it's better to start her early.

Introducing children to AI tools like ChatGPT can enhance their problem-solving skills and creativity from an early age.

Rethinking the shape of design teams in an AI world

Organizations must adopt a dual transformation model to balance innovation and foundational mastery in design processes disrupted by AI.

fromZDNET

I saw Framework's new 'MacBook Pro for Linux' and it's the hardware enthusiasts deserve

Framework's Laptop 13 Pro features a modular design, improved battery life, and premium elements, starting at $1,199 for the DIY version.

iPhone 18 Pro series will launch in these new colors

iPhone 18 Pro series will feature four color options: Light Blue, Dark Cherry, Dark Gray, and Silver.

#ai-design

Anthropic debuts Claude Design, because who needs designers?

Anthropic launched Claude Design, an AI service for creating visual assets, impacting the design industry and potentially displacing jobs.

UX design

The Future of UI Design is Agentic Design

Anthropic debuts Claude Design, because who needs designers?

Anthropic launched Claude Design, an AI service for creating visual assets, impacting the design industry and potentially displacing jobs.

The Future of UI Design is Agentic Design

AI tools are now integral to product design, enabling collaborative UI creation and refinement in tools like Figma.

more#ai-design

The 3D-Printed Chair That Moves With You, Not Against You - Yanko Design

The Flow Chair's design emphasizes simplicity and movement, challenging traditional ergonomic furniture with its innovative, weight-responsive structure.

20 hours ago

Samsung Design's Milan 2026 AI Sphere Lifts Its Face Like It's Alive - Yanko Design

Samsung's AI Companion aims to create a warm, interactive experience rather than a transactional relationship with smart home devices.

Future Pixel phones could feature LED lighting on the rear panel

Google's Android 17 Beta 4 includes a feature called Pixel Glow, which uses LED lights for notifications on future Pixel devices.

AI is ruining the way you talk about your work

AI design tools influence how designers communicate their ideas and feedback.

Anthropic launches a design tool to take on all the other design tools

Claude Design enables collaboration with AI for creating visual work, catering to both non-designers and designers for efficient prototyping.

AI is ruining the way you talk about your work

AI design tools influence how designers communicate their ideas and feedback.

Anthropic launches a design tool to take on all the other design tools

Claude Design enables collaboration with AI for creating visual work, catering to both non-designers and designers for efficient prototyping.

Microsoft planning Surface Laptop with an OLED display

Microsoft is launching new Surface Pro and Laptop models with Intel and Qualcomm variants, featuring OLED displays and upgraded haptics.

fromTechRepublic

New MacBook Pro Overhaul Expected with OLED, Touchscreen, and M6 Chips

Apple's MacBook Pro is set for a major redesign featuring OLED technology and potential touch input, expected between late 2026 and early 2027.

Becoming an AI-native designer

Developing design sense in code requires externalizing tacit knowledge and effectively communicating context, components, and criteria to AI.

Haptics: how to build a consistent cross-platform solution and align code with Figma

Implementing consistent haptics across iOS, Android, and mobile web enhances user experience through tactile feedback.

13 hours ago

Most Chargers Hide What They're Doing, But Satechi's $99 One Doesn't - Yanko Design

Satechi's ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger features a digital display for real-time wattage monitoring across multiple devices.

15 hours ago

Edge clamp-on power strip brings desk-level charging exactly where you need it - Yanko Design

Edge is a modular power solution that enhances accessibility and flexibility by bringing power to the desk's edge.

Insta360 is putting screens on its next wireless mics to show logos or images

Insta360 Mic Pro features customizable E Ink screens and advanced noise reduction, designed for direct audio connection to cameras and self-recording capabilities.

Two Makers Just Built the Pocket Linux PC Big Tech Refused To Make - Yanko Design

The CyberFold is a foldable clamshell cyberdeck that bears a striking resemblance to an oversized Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP. Inside is a surprisingly capable Linux computer, complete with a touchscreen, a full QWERTY keyboard, stereo speakers, and a proper port selection.

Gadgets

AI, UX, and the factory model

The digital design landscape is shifting towards a factory model, redefining roles and metrics of success in software development.

Oh, but there's one more thing

Designers must address real project challenges while navigating the evolving role of AI in the creative process.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Phenomenon Studio: AI-Driven UI/UX Innovations Defining the 2026 Design Evolution - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI is now essential in UI/UX design, enabling anticipatory interfaces that enhance user experience and drive business success.

1 month ago

Designers, your next user won't be human

Every SaaS company will transform into agentic-as-a-service platforms, requiring designers to solve fundamental problems in agent interaction, behavior, and user experience as AI agents become central to enterprise software.