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Microsoft Brings Copilot to Office. Does It Work?
Microsoft is going hardcore on bringing AI to its flagship business applications. Is it a useful addition or just another marketing-driven bolt-on?
Navigating the Generative UI Hype
Generative UI is another techno-utopian solution looking for a problem. We already have ways to effectively solve problems, and genUI brings more dangers than benefits.
How to Practice Ethical Design
Successful user experience designers are empathetic toward their users. Ethical research and design practices are a critical part of creating experiences that are inclusive, respect users’ wishes, and encourage healthy habits.
UX Isn't Doomed
The internet is full of doomsayers on about the demise of UX. Things aren't great, but we're not doomed, either.
How to Use Color the Right Way in Your UI Designs
UX designers have a lot to consider when choosing and applying colors to UI designs. But it’s not as hard as you think, and by applying good design practices you'll ensure high-quality results.
Apple Has Reignited the Augmented Reality Discussion.
Apple's new push shines the spotlight on augmented reality adoption for both work and play, challenging UX designers to create better, safer products that join the real world with the virtual.
Choosing the Best Tools for Your UX Design Business
The cloud has taken over, including most UX design tools. This brings huge benefits, but professional designers should still carefully consider the costs, risks, and benefits of the tools we use. In this week’s edition I look at these issues and offer some alternatives.
What Users Ask for Isn't Necessarily What They Want
UX practitioners are problem solvers, and it’s our job to not merely take customer requests at face value. Instead, use these techniques to uncover and solve the real problem at the root of the request.
Your Internal Products Need Love Too
Companies often focus their UX efforts solely on customer-facing products while neglecting design for internal tools. But there is real ROI to be had in putting some effort into ensuring that internal products are well-designed.