Sonic signatures: During a breakfast with a friend, I realized the significance of sound design in our digital interactions as the keyboard clicks from his iPhone reminded me how these auditory cues, often muted in my own life, add intentionality and richness to the user experience.
Can a kid draw it?: Simplicity in tech design, exemplified by Apple’s products, enhances usability and appeal, but true design excellence lies in balancing accessibility with functionality and innovation, rather than merely adhering to a child-like simplicity as discussed in the text.
The “gamer” aesthetic is beyond awful: The gaming industry’s design aesthetic, dominated by flashy and superficial elements reminiscent of neon kitsch, suggests a missed opportunity for sophistication in gaming hardware.
Beauty as a feature: Apple’s design philosophy often sparks criticism for prioritizing aesthetics over functionality. Yet, Apple’s commitment to seamless, minimal forms reflects a belief that beauty itself is a function and, while inconvenient at times, blends elegance and utility to create products that resonate on a cultural level.
Sent from my iPhone: Using the default Mail app on iOS led me to unwittingly send an email with the signature “Envoyé de mon iPhone,” prompting a reflection on how this seemingly innocuous phrase has transformed from a status symbol into a cringe-worthy marker of pretension and digital etiquette.
Dreams of convenience: As digital platforms prioritize profit over user experience, the internet feels more suffocating than ever, with personal interactions overshadowed by excessive advertisements and misleading content.
What about me?: The What about me? effect highlights a cognitive bias where online content must cater to specific needs.
Amelie Poulain: Le Fabuleux Destin d’Amélie Poulain captures the magic of small gestures, showcasing how they can transform lives and reveal the beauty in everyday moments.
I wish convincing people with arguments was real: 12 Angry Men powerfully explores judgment, bias, and the struggle for genuine communication among twelve jurors, highlighting how difficult it is for people to listen to one another and engage in meaningful dialogue, especially in a world often dominated by noise and disinterest.
The weight of a soul: In Manchester by the Sea, the raw portrayal of grief illustrates a profound truth: that loss can leave individuals forever altered, navigating life without closure or healing.
A defying beauty: An advocation for brutalism, celebrating its raw, functional aesthetic and democratic origins. A reflection on how brutalist structures age with dignity and why their imposing forms continue to provoke strong emotional responses.
Dimly lit rooms and office work: The obsession with bright and sterile lights isn’t a mere aesthetic choice from modern offices but a remnant of industrial-age control mechanisms, masquerading as a productivity enhancement that can instead negatively impact productivity and creativity.
An iPhone to end it all?: Discussing the various implications brought on by the rumors of the supposed new iPhone SE.
My smartwatch keeps telling me to stand up: Exploring the dynamics between personal autonomy and the demands of smart devices, questioning whether technology should adapt to our routines or if we should conform to its expectations.