To help Design Compass subscribers experience our content more easily and conveniently, we're launching a beta version of a new feature, "Podcasts." While text-based podcasts offer their advantages, we've also reflected feedback from those who prefer audio listening while working or commuting, offering conversational podcasts of approximately 20 minutes. You can access these podcasts with your Design Compass Plus membership, and they can be played in the audio section at the top of premium content. We'll continue to improve […]
Swedish fashion brand & Other Stories has unveiled a new brand identity, ditching its signature handwritten logo. The H&M Group-owned brand, known for its edgy high street style, recently unveiled its Fall/Winter 2025 collection alongside a new logo, signaling a major shift. Led by & Other Stories' Creative Director Jonathan Saunders, the rebrand focuses on "everyday, playful pieces." […]
OpenAI has unveiled a new platform that allows third-party apps to run within ChatGPT. At its annual developer conference, "DevDay 2025," held in San Francisco on October 6th (local time), CEO Sam Altman introduced the new app ecosystem, saying, "We want to make ChatGPT a tool that makes people's lives more productive and creative." The key to this announcement is the "app" that runs directly within ChatGPT conversations. Users can now use apps like Booking.com, Expedia, Spotify, Figma, Coursera, Zillow, […]
This is the SwimClub brand design, a collaboration between SwimClub and Design Studio Center. SwimClub is the first men's health supplement brand specializing in improving sperm performance. Dr. Michael Eisenberg, director of the Stanford University Center for Male Reproductive Medicine, served as Chief Scientific Officer. Based on research into male reproductive health, he developed the Spermatogen Complex, a combination of 12 clinically proven ingredients. The founders' personal experiences are behind SwimClub's creation. Co-founder Osman Khan experienced pregnancy […]
Mechanical keyboard specialist Keychron has unveiled the world's first all-ceramic keyboard, the Q16 HE 8K. Crafted entirely from ceramic, both the body and keycaps deliver a luxurious feel and unique typing sound, delivering a refreshingly fresh impact to the mechanical keyboard market. The Q16 HE 8K leverages the cool, smooth texture of ceramic to emphasize a sense of luxury. Keychron also features custom, "TMR" linear switches, ensuring a smooth, tactile response.
Microsoft has announced a major shift in its design language with a complete overhaul of its Office icons. This is the first major overhaul in seven years, since 2018, and visually reflects a new UX paradigm, represented by Copilot. "Icons are small, yet symbolic, intuitive gateways that make technology more accessible," said John Friedman, Vice President of Microsoft 365 Design and Research, who oversaw the design. "This icon overhaul is about connecting technology with users, not just formality, but also 'intention.'"
This is the brand design for NICE Group, South Korea's leading credit rating and data intelligence company. This renewal is considered a comprehensive transformation that goes beyond simple visual elements and fundamentally redefines the brand philosophy and strategy. Since its founding in 1986, NICE Group has been a leader in the domestic credit information industry, and through this renewal, the company focused on establishing a brand identity that resonates with the global market. Named, a branding firm, spent one year and six months developing NICE Group's core […]
Logitech has officially launched the MX Master 4, a premium mouse designed for professionals. This new product features haptic feedback for the first time in a Logitech mouse, enhancing fingertip control sensitivity. Customizable vibration settings provide an immersive experience, even in environments requiring precise control, such as video editing or design work. One of the MX Master 4's key features, the Action Ring, can be customized with Logi Options+ software […]
OpenAI has unveiled its next-generation video generation model, Sora 2, and its invitation-based iOS app, Sora. Sora 2 better follows the laws of physics and synchronizes dialogue and sound effects with the screen, enhancing realism. Users can create, remix, and share directly from the app. It also offers a cameo feature, allowing users to insert their own likeness and voice into scenes within their permission range after registering their portrait and voice. It will be available on iOS in the US and Canada first, and […]
Empower, a fintech company founded in 2016, has partnered with London-based studio Ragged Edge to launch a major rebrand, dubbed "Tilt." This is part of a strategy to address the unfair credit system that affects over 100 million working Americans. Their goal is not simply to provide livelihood support, but to become partners in climbing the economic ladder. Millions of Americans still struggle with poor credit scores today […]
Logitech has unveiled the Signature Slim Solar Plus K980, a wireless keyboard powered solely by sunlight, without cables. This keyboard features a built-in solar panel on top and doesn't even have a USB charging port. Logitech claims its proprietary "LightCharge" technology allows the keyboard to operate with as little as 200 lux of ambient light. Natural light, as well as artificial light sources like fluorescent and LEDs, can be used as power sources. A fully charged keyboard lasts up to four months […]
Instagram has announced a major redesign of its user interface, signaling significant changes to its bottom navigation bar. The overhaul focuses on reimagining the user experience, focusing on Reels and DMs. In a recent Reels video, Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced that the platform has surpassed 3 billion monthly active users. He explained the reasoning behind the layout change, saying, "Most of our growth in recent years has come from Direct Messages, Reels, and recommended content." […]
