Google is officially introducing "AI Mode," an artificial intelligence (AI) feature integrated into its search service, to Korea. Anyone can now experience this new AI-powered search experience, which simultaneously provides advanced inferences and useful web links for complex queries. AI Mode, first introduced experimentally in the United States earlier this year, began expanding to general users following the Google I/O 2025 event. […]
Naver Blog, celebrating its 22nd anniversary, has undergone a major overhaul, spanning its brand identity and services. This change symbolizes its transformation from a mere personal journaling space to a "blog for everyone," one that fosters discovery, exploration, and the expansion of relationships. The new slogan is "Discovering Records, Enjoyable Connections." To reflect this, the existing speech bubble icon logo has been transformed into a blinking cursor. This visual device symbolizes the starting point of a blog's history and the fact that the blog is still "in progress."
Apple has unveiled the third-generation AirPods Pro, its next-generation wireless earphones. The AirPods Pro 3 were officially announced at an Apple event on September 9th and will go on sale on September 19th, starting at $249. They have been redesigned to be smaller and more stable than the previous model, and foam eartips come in five sizes for a better fit. With an IP57 rating for water and dust resistance, they are suitable for strenuous workouts and outdoor activities. Their most notable feature is live translation. […]
Kakao is planning to revamp its "reply" feature, a core feature of KakaoTalk. It's reported that the company will likely introduce a "thread" structure, where multiple conversations centered around a single message, replacing the existing one-to-one reply system. According to industry sources, Kakao is currently preparing an update that will completely revamp KakaoTalk's message reply feature. The existing reply feature, introduced in 2018, required long-pressing a message and selecting […]
Apple has unveiled its next-generation premium smartphones, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Combining the most powerful performance and design innovation ever, these products feature the A19 Pro chipset and deliver enhanced camera performance, battery efficiency, and heat management, further enhancing the overall user experience. The iPhone 17 Pro series is constructed with a new brushed aluminum unibody design to maintain robust performance. […]
Apple has unveiled its next smartphone, the iPhone 17, with a new Center Stage front-facing camera for portrait-focused auto-framing, and a 48MP dual-fusion camera system on the back. The display is larger and brighter with a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR, and supports up to 120Hz variable refresh rate with ProMotion technology. The enhanced Ceramic Shield 2 offers three times the scratch resistance and glare reduction of the original, while the outdoor [...]
Apple has unveiled the new iPhone Air, a strategic model that combines an ultra-slim design with pro-level performance. At 5.6mm, it's the thinnest iPhone ever, and its frame is made of high-strength Grade 5 titanium, making it lighter and more durable. The front features scratch-resistant "Ceramic Shield 2," and the back is also finished with the same material, significantly improving damage resistance. The screen features a 16.6cm Super Retina XDR display with a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz. Outdoor […]
Bolle is a new bakery located inside an old shopping mall in eastern Helsinki, Finland. Designed as a place to relax and enjoy pastries and coffee, the bakery has become a local favorite, with long lines forming from its opening day. Behind the scenes, brand designer Chris Bolton is credited with creating this unique experience. Bolton is a graphic designer and art director who previously worked on the branding for the Finnish retail space Måll. For this project, he […]
Kakao plans to integrate OpenAI's "ChatGPT" into its messenger app, KakaoTalk. This will allow users to chat directly with ChatGPT within KakaoTalk's chat tab without having to launch a separate app. The AI feature will be added to the chat tab as a ChatGPT icon, designed to allow users to interact with the chatbot as naturally as they would with a friend. This integration will be officially announced at "IfKakao25," the annual developer event held in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, from the 23rd to the 25th.
T'way Air is changing its name to "Trinity Airways" and embarking on a major rebranding. This marks a new leap forward for the company as a unified brand encompassing accommodations and travel beyond just air travel. The company announced that the new name, Trinity Airways, will solidify the strategic alliance between T'way Air and Daemyung Sono Group and provide customers with a seamless travel experience. The name "Trinity" is derived from the Latin word "Trinitas," meaning "three become one to form perfection." This […]
World Athletics (WAA) unveils a new global athletics brand, significantly redefining the sport's identity and fan experience. The World Athletics Ultimate Championship, which will debut in Budapest, Hungary in 2026, collaborated with branding specialist FutureBrand to create a modern and compelling visual identity. The core concept of this rebrand is "Class of One," symbolizing a singular moment of excellence and unparalleled performance. FutureBrand is about people connecting with athletics […]
Building on its 20-year partnership with the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Hyundai Card has opened the world's first MoMA Bookstore in Apgujeong, Seoul. "MoMA Bookstore at Hyundai Card" is a unique space curated by MoMA, featuring over 1,100 books, including exhibition catalogs and over 200 titles on contemporary art, design, and architecture. The MoMA Bookstore is an art platform for all who pursue artistic sensibilities. In addition to books carefully selected by MoMA curators, the store also offers iconic accessories and lifestyle products from the MoMA Design Store.
