Naver's group social media platform, "BAND," is undergoing a major app revamp, along with a new logo. This change is considered a rebranding update that not only improves the home screen design and UI, but also revamps the overall brand image. The new design was released on iOS on the 22nd, and the update will be rolled out sequentially on Android on the 28th. This is the first major update in three years, since 2022. Naver has previously added AI-based photo and video tagging features, […]
Hanjin Group unveiled a new corporate identity (CI) to mark its 80th anniversary. At a ceremony held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Yongsan, Seoul on the 23rd, Hanjin Group declared "Moving the world to a better future" as its new group vision and announced its mid- to long-term strategy for the next 100 years. In his commemorative address, Hanjin Group Chairman Cho Won-tae stated, "Hanjin's 80-year history is the history of Korea's advancement. Carrying on the founding spirit of contributing to the nation through transportation, we will grow into a comprehensive logistics company beloved by the world."
YouTube is introducing a viewing limit timer for its short video feed, "Shorts." Users can set a daily viewing time limit, and a "take a break" pop-up will appear when the limit is reached. While it can be dismissed with a single tap, it serves as a reminder of how much time has been spent watching. This feature was first discovered in the Android app files earlier this year and has been gradually rolled out to users globally since then. […]
Ahead of the release of Football Manager 26, the brand has undergone a major overhaul. Ahead of the game's November 4th release, Sports Interactive has unveiled a new visual identity that reflects the brand's long-term direction. The design was done by UK studio Nomad. Since 2021, Nomad has been collaborating with the Football Manager team, implementing minor updates annually. However, this year marks a significant milestone, with the acquisition of official FIFA and Premier League licenses, the introduction of a women's football mode, and the transition to the Unity engine […]
Lomography has unveiled its first full-metal 35mm film camera, the Lomo MC-A. Priced at $549, it's the most expensive camera in Lomography's analog lineup. Unlike previous plastic-bodied cameras, it features an aluminum housing and supports both manual and automatic exposure. The Lomo MC-A is a compact point-and-shoot camera with a built-in 32mm f/2.8 lens. It features a five-element, five-group, multi-coated glass lens for sharper images. The shutter speed […]
Samsung Electronics launched the Galaxy XR, a headset-style mobile device, in Korea on October 22nd. The Galaxy XR is the first device to feature the Android XR platform, jointly developed by Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm. Users can naturally control content in their space using voice, gaze, and gestures. Google Gemini and Gemini Live are pre-installed, understanding the surrounding context and facilitating smoother tasks. Search YouTube for videos, select results with your gaze, and […]
This brand design is a collaboration between Eternal Research and creative agency Cotton. This renewal begins with the fundamental question, "How do we see and hear sound?" and seeks to redefine the boundaries between sight and hearing. The design draws on the intricacies of Victorian decorative aesthetics while being realized using cutting-edge generative code. Simultaneously sophisticated and experimental, the new identity embodies a balance of classic elegance and modern innovation. Eternal Research defines music production as a meticulous and exploratory act, and this philosophy […]
Musinsa has unveiled a new store logo and brand identity (BI) system for the first time in seven years. This renewal marks a shift in its global expansion strategy, separating Musinsa as a company from Musinsa Stores as a service. The new BI is based on the existing capitalized English "MUSINSA," but has been redesigned with a bolder, more robust form. It visually embodies Musinsa's commitment to expanding beyond its fashion platform into the global market and offline spaces. This logo will be used for the online store as well as […]
OpenAI has officially released its first AI-powered web browser, ChatGPT Atlas. Atlas is initially available for macOS, with Windows, iOS, and Android versions coming soon. OpenAI announced that it will open the initial version to all free users. The core of this browser is "ChatGPT's full integration with the web." Users can ask ChatGPT questions or request analysis directly from the sidebar, without having to leave the page or copy and paste text. For example, […]
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To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the film "Back to the Future," Casio has revived Marty McFly's calculator watch. This special edition recreates iconic details from the film and is a limited edition that evokes both nostalgia and collectibility. Debuting in 1985, "Back to the Future" became a pop culture icon alongside the DeLorean time machine, and the Casio calculator watch worn by Marty McFly also became a symbol of '80s technology.
Apple has introduced new settings in the fourth beta release of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS 26.1 that allow users to directly adjust the appearance of "Liquid Glass." This update responds to feedback from some users during the beta testing period last summer, who complained that the glass was too transparent, making it difficult to read. Users can now choose between two options in the settings: "Clear" and "Tinted." […]
