Design Compass has been spreading the word about good design in the world and delivering news that can create better experiences. From brands with new faces, to experiences innovated by technology, to creative and interesting objects. As we wrap up 2024, we have compiled what news received the most attention each month.
Microsoft recently released the Copilot app, available for iPhone, iPad, and Android. Co-Pilot is an AI chat service that operates based on OpenAI's AI models ChatGPT 4.0 and DALL-E 3. We ask you various questions, create the image you want, and write the content for you. It's been a month since Microsoft's existing enterprise conversation AI service, Bingchat, was renamed Copilot.
https://designcompass.org/2024/01/04/copilot-app/
Google has announced that it will update the visual look and feel of its login page to give it a modern look. All elements are the same and give a similar impression to Material Design applied to other products. It will be applied equally across web and mobile devices. Mobile-optimized vertical cards will appear as horizontal cards on Fold or tablet devices. We predict that it will have a similar impression to the recently visually updated Gmail. It will be rolled out gradually starting February 21, 2024, and is scheduled to be completed by March 4, 2024.
https://designcompass.org/2024/02/22/google-login-ui-update/
‘Samsung Pay’ became ‘Samsung Wallet’. When mobile ID was installed in the 'Samsung Pay' app, the name was changed to 'Samsung Wallet' to unify the same name around the world. Samsung Pay has been offering a variety of features to replace physical wallets since 2022, and has finally been given a name to match.
https://designcompass.org/2024/03/26/samsung-wallet/
Wanted has released the ‘Wanted Design Library’. This is a design system established by our design organization to efficiently design digital products while maintaining high quality. The design system, which has been built up solidly and tightly over a long period of time based on various technologies, has been registered as open source in the Figma community so that anyone can use it.
https://designcompass.org/2024/04/02/wanted-design-library/
Apple has released a new template to the Figma community. Last June, iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS templates were released through Figma.It's been a year since I did it. We created separate files for frequently used functions in iOS.
A live activity, tip kit, to convey information focusing on functions that run independently within the OS, anytime and anywhere. Apple Pay, Tap to Pay, Wallet for payments. Added Apple Login, Siri, and Messages for interaction.
https://designcompass.org/2024/05/07/apple-figma-template/
Leica has launched ‘Leica LUX’, a camera app exclusively for iPhone. To expand the smartphone photography experience, we acquired the Norwegian startup Fjorden Electra AS and created an app that brings Leica to your smartphone. The legendary Leica lenses and colors reproduced based on AI can be used on the iPhone. Leica's exclusive image processing technology is used to simulate classic lenses such as the SUmmilux-M 28mm f/1.4 ASPH and Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH.
https://designcompass.org/2024/06/13/leica-lux/
It has been a month since Musinsa desktop web was shut down. In early June, Musinsa changed the desktop web page service to the same form as the mobile web service. In order to unify the experience regardless of the platform, the existing desktop experience was completely removed and the mobile screen was duplicated. The expert shop, community, and personalized recommendations that were only available on mobile can now be experienced on the desktop.
https://designcompass.org/2024/07/09/musinsa-desktop-quit/
Audi is removing its iconic four rings from its new electric car models. Audi has said it will not use the Audi brand name for nine electric vehicle series that will be sold only in Chinese showrooms, citing brand image considerations.
Audi's parent company Volkswagen Group and China's SAIC Motor plan to jointly develop an electric vehicle platform targeting the Chinese market. They plan to develop nine electric vehicles by 2030. It has not been decided whether the new vehicles will bear the Audi name.
https://designcompass.org/2024/08/09/audi-drops-4rings-logo/
iOS 18 has been officially released. Unlike the previous approach of minimizing design personalization, you can now control a considerable number of areas. Unfortunately, Apple's intelligence features were not actively reflected. It is noticeable that the frequently used flashlight UI has been changed to be more intuitive and beautiful.
You can record calls in the Phone app. During a call, a recording icon will appear in the upper left corner. When you tap the icon, a notification will appear that the call recording will start. The other party will also receive an audio notification that recording has started. Tap the recording icon again or end the call to stop recording. The other party will also be notified when the recording is stopped. The recorded content will be saved to the Notes app. Apple Intelligence will transcribe the call content and even summarize it. This feature is only available on iPhone 15, Pro, and Pro Max. It is not yet known whether it will be supported on lower models.
https://designcompass.org/2024/09/19/ios-18-official/
OpenAI has announced a new interface called Canvas, which is useful for writing text and code.
This is a feature of the experience of co-editing with ChatGPT and a specific document. When ChatGPT detects a scenario that could be helpful, it automatically opens a canvas. You can also open it by writing Use Canvas in the prompt. When the canvas is opened, the editing document appears on the right.
You can use it as if you were writing a blog post. There is a list of shortcuts at the bottom right, and you can edit, adjust the length, trim, add emoji, and adjust the reading level. When writing code, a list of shortcuts that are appropriate for that will appear. You can review code, add logs, add comments, fix bugs, leave comments, and port languages.
https://designcompass.org/2024/10/04/chatgpt-canvas/
Microsoft is improving the user authentication UI. It is called Windows Hello, the authentication UI that appears when you log in to the Windows OS with a computer. The newly improved UI is in the form of a passkey using PIN, face, and fingerprint recognition. Although passkeys were supported before, they were still desktop-centric UIs and difficult to use in various environments.
It’s currently in beta testing with Windows Insiders, and once testing is complete, the new Windows Hello UI is expected to be available to all Windows 11 users in the coming months.
The new UI appears not only on the Windows login screen, but also when you sign in to websites or apps. Microsoft has created a password and passkey manager API that allows developers to connect directly to Windows Hello. The new passkey experience supports storing passkeys in third-party apps or syncing them to your Microsoft account.
https://designcompass.org/2024/11/07/windows-hello-ui/
Sony has released a special software update and limited edition products to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation. Elements from the original boot screen sounds have been brought back, and are receiving a hot response from players.
For a limited time, you can change the start screen of your PlayStation 5 to an early PlayStation theme. Players can choose between themes from each generation, from PS1 to PS4, as well as a special 30th Anniversary theme. The color and sound of the PS5 dashboard will also change depending on the theme you choose. The theme can be changed in the 'PlayStation 30th Anniversary' settings, and players who have automatic updates enabled can already use the new theme.
In addition to this update, Sony has also revealed a limited edition 30th anniversary PS5 Pro console bundle. The limited edition console features original PS design elements and legacy colors, and is limited to 12,300 units worldwide. The bundle includes a PS5 Pro console, a DualSense Edge wireless controller, a disc drive cover, and an original PS controller-style cable connector. Each console is individually numbered.
Sony has released a video featuring key scenes from past PS masterpieces to celebrate its 30th anniversary. A commemorative sale is underway until December 20, offering a variety of games and content at discounted prices. You can check out the list of games included in the sale on the PlayStation Store.
