At WWDC, Apple announced a new operating system design called "Liquid Glass." This design, which will be implemented across all platforms, including iOS 26 for iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs, features a visual interface that is shiny, translucent, and reflective, much like glass. This design was inspired by Apple's spatial computing device, the Vision Pro. It enhances visual consistency across existing devices and also provides support for future AR glasses and […]
Swiss watch brand Cowni has unveiled the "Ando Green" and "Ando Gray" watches, created in collaboration with Tadao Ando. Inspired by Ando's signature "green apple," the watch embodies both the sensibility of youth and the aesthetics of architecture. The "Ando Green" model vividly expresses the fresh green of an apple, symbolizing vitality and possibility. Meanwhile, the "Ando Gray" is inspired by Ando Ando's signature concrete architecture, featuring a brushed steel finish.
Coca-Cola, in collaboration with Adobe, announced "Project Fizzion," a new platform that automates brand design consistency with AI. Coca-Cola claims that the platform can accelerate content creation by up to 10x by learning designers' workflows. Fizzion analyzes creative intent based on data generated from designers' actual tools, such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and translates it into machine-readable rules called "StyleID." These StyleIDs are then used to identify brand […]
The official city poster set for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been unveiled. This World Cup 26 will be the first World Cup to be held simultaneously in three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Forty-eight teams will participate in 16 host cities. This official poster project is the first in the FIFA World Cup Official City Poster series, visually expressing the beautiful love of football in each host city. The Seattle poster features a killer whale swimming in the ocean, and the designer […]
Samsung Electronics is drawing attention by releasing an unusual teaser video ahead of the launch of its next-generation foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 7. A blog post titled “Meet the Next Chapter of Ultra,” posted on Samsung’s US newsroom on June 4, showed an animation of the new Galaxy Z Fold-style product silhouette unfolding and folding in blue light. In the video, Samsung does not explicitly mention the product name, but it is said to be the “Galaxy […]
KFC and luxury streetwear brand Aries have teamed up for a groundbreaking fashion collaboration. The capsule collection, called “Gravy Drip,” features 10 apparel, accessories, and lifestyle products themed around KFC’s signature side dish, “gravy sauce.” “This collection is a love letter to our ‘liquid gold,’” says KFC Brand Manager Phoebe Sims, adding that the word “drip” connotes cool style while also actually […]
Razer has officially launched its next-generation wireless charging system, the HyperFlux V2. This product is designed as a solution for users who want to wirelessly connect their mouse and keyboard while continuously supplying power, so that they can enjoy gaming without charging interruptions. It is a similar concept to Logitech's Powerplay from over 10 years ago, but it has tried again with faster charging speeds and various compatibility. HyperFlux V2 offers faster charging speeds than its predecessor, Firefly, and uses a USB Type-C interface […]
Ahead of WWDC 2025, Apple announced this year's Apple Design Awards winners, recognizing apps and games that excel in design and user experience. Twelve winners—one app and one game in each of six categories—were selected from 36 finalists developed around the world. Susan Prescott, Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations, said, "We recognize the creativity and innovation that developers have shown by pushing technological boundaries […]
Danish high-end audio brand Bang & Olufsen celebrates its 100th anniversary with the limited-edition "Beosystem 3000c," a modern reimagining of the legendary Beogram 3000 turntable, first released in 1985. Only 100 units will be produced, combining classic analog sensibility with cutting-edge digital technology to impress both music and design enthusiasts. Bang & Olufsen sourced an original 1980s Beogram 3000 from its Struer, Denmark, factory, meticulously repairing and reassembling each piece. […]
The Seoul Metropolitan Government is comprehensively improving its Bus Information Terminal (BIT) service to enhance the convenience of public transportation users. The city is continuously improving the BIT to reduce the time spent waiting for buses at bus stops and make information easily accessible to everyone. As of 2025, a total of 5,816 BITs have been installed throughout Seoul, of which approximately 4,048 are directly operated by the city. BITs display real-time bus arrival information and are designed to be accessible to the elderly and those with disabilities.
Ricoh has officially announced the GR IV, its new high-end compact camera. Scheduled for release in the fall of 2025, the GR IV is similar in appearance to the existing GR III, but is being introduced as a model with new components and major functional improvements. Following the tradition of the GR series, the GR IV features a fixed F2.8 lens with a 28mm-equivalent angle of view. Photos and videos can be captured solely using the rear LCD, without a viewfinder. […]
Lipton, a global tea brand with 135 years of history, launched a brand refresh on May 21st to mark International Tea Day. The rebranding featured a modernized visual identity, a new packaging design, and an expanded product lineup. Lipton retained its traditional yellow color scheme and red badge, while introducing a new slogan: "We Choose Tea." As part of this refresh, Lipton also introduced new versions of its British blends, "English Breakfast" and "Earl Grey."
