Classic Crocs in the Shape of an Xbox Controller Released

Xbox and Crocs are collaborating to create a unique, console-inspired shoe. On the 26th, Microsoft will release a limited-edition collaborative piece, the Xbox X Crocs Classic Clog, which embodies the Xbox Series XIS controller design. The console's iconic buttons and joysticks are recreated on the shoe, maximizing the gamer's sensibility. This unique item, bridging gaming and fashion, is quickly becoming a hot topic. This collaboration features a matte black exterior […]

ChatGPT Shopping Research Launches

OpenAI has introduced a new shopping research feature to ChatGPT ahead of the holiday shopping season. When a user asks for a desired product, ChatGPT scours the internet to create a personalized shopping guide. The company says the feature is available to all logged-in users on mobile and web, offering virtually unlimited access during the holiday season. Shopping research begins with an interface that automatically suggests products based on a user's questions. Users can then specify their budget or key features […]

Royal Albert Hall Rebranding

The Royal Albert Hall, a cultural icon of Britain, has revamped its brand identity to usher in a new era. Global consulting firm BrandFi, once again handling the project since 2014, refined the logo, typography, and signature colors to capture both the hall's history and a contemporary sensibility. The Royal Albert Hall is a rare venue where an orchestra and a rock band share the stage. However, over the years, the visual system has been fragmented and distorted, leading to a lack of consistency. […]

Meta Sam 3D: Create 3D from 2D Photos

Meta has strengthened its vision AI competitiveness by unveiling its next-generation image segmentation model, SAM3, and its single-image-based 3D reconstruction technology, SAM3D. This release is considered a technological advancement that fundamentally changes the way we understand and edit images and videos. Meta also unveiled a new experimental platform, Segment Anything Playground, allowing anyone to try out both models. SAM3 can detect and segment objects in images using text commands […]

Baedal Minjok app icon unveiled

As part of Baedal Minjok's large-scale rebranding, "Baemin 2.0," a new app icon has been implemented. Rolled out sequentially since the 18th, the icon replaces the existing "Baedal" character with a "bae," which intuitively symbolizes the service's name. Designed to resemble a road seen from above, the icon clearly identifies the delivery platform. The new icon features five thick vertical lines on a bright mint-colored background, reminiscent of visual lanes while also […]

Time opens flagship store Time Seoul & Time Cafe.

Korean fashion company Hanssem opened Time Seoul, the first flagship store of its brand, in Cheongdam-dong. Hanssem, responsible for brand strategy planning, and design studio CFC jointly developed a new brand identity (BI) design and store visual system for this opening. Through this project, Time reinterpreted its brand identity in a more contemporary way and enhanced the overall spatial experience. The newly unveiled BI incorporates the spatial design concept "Timeless Nature" and the slogan "Poetic Synth" […]

OpenAI Unveils ChatGPT Group Chat

OpenAI has introduced a group chat feature to ChatGPT. Users can now conduct simultaneous conversations with multiple people in a single space, allowing ChatGPT to participate. OpenAI says this feature expands ChatGPT beyond its role as a one-on-one assistant into a collaborative environment. This feature will be gradually rolled out to all users on all subscription plans, including Free, Go, Plus, and Pro. It was first tested in Japan, New Zealand, Korea, and Taiwan, and has received positive feedback.

Figma Make, powered by Google Gemini 3 Pro

Figma has unveiled the Gemini 3 Pro as a Figma Make experimental model. Each time Figma introduces a new AI model, it evaluates its accuracy in design execution, reduces iteration, and expands the scope of creative exploration. In this test, the Gemini 3 Pro excelled at exploring various layouts and styles, and demonstrated reliable performance in implementing interactions and motion. Figma Chief Design Officer Loredana Chrysan and […]

Papelito, the unapologetic Brazilian personality

Papelito, a long-loved rolling paper brand in Brazil, has embraced free self-expression and a sense of humor as its core identity. Naturally capturing the daily lives and sensibilities of the younger generation, the brand has transcended mere smoking paper and become a cultural symbol. Papelito has consistently communicated with consumers with a direct tone and candid demeanor, forging a uniquely Brazilian identity. Papelito has unwaveringly challenged the stereotypes and stigmas the world attempts to impose on its consumers. […]

OpenAI Releases ChatGPT for Teachers

OpenAI has launched "ChatGPT for Teachers," a dedicated service for U.S. elementary, middle, and high school teachers. This service is available free of charge to verified U.S. K-12 teachers until June 2027. Teachers can use the latest model, GPT-5.1 Auto, without any messaging restrictions. ChatGPT for Teachers provides a dedicated workspace where student data can be securely handled. OpenAI states that student information entered into this service will not be used for learning purposes by default. […]

Figma Weave, Node-Based AI Image Generation

Figma has acquired AI-based media creation company Weebee and unveiled Figma Weave, a new brand that will usher in a next-generation creative ecosystem. This announcement marks a significant redesign of Figma's entire production tool set amidst the design industry's rapid shift toward AI-driven workflows. At the heart of Weave is node-based creation and editing. Connect multiple AI models, branch or combine various processes, and design desired outcomes from a single screen.

La Compagnie des Animaux, a logo featuring cute animals

French pet specialty company La Compagnie des Animo has unveiled a new visual identity. It's considered a visual fulfillment of its founding mission of making veterinary knowledge accessible to everyone. Branding studio Graphane was in charge of this project, focusing on adding a modern sensibility to a brand that hasn't undergone significant changes since its original logo was first introduced 15 years ago. La Compagnie des Animo […]

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