Netflix has improved its subtitle experience. Starting April 25th, Netflix will introduce "Original Language Subtitles," a new option that displays only spoken dialogue, separate from its existing closed captioning for the hearing impaired (SDH/CC). The new subtitles will remove descriptive elements like background music, sound effects, and character names, displaying only the dialogue between characters on screen. Netflix will roll out this feature to all new content, starting with the original series "You," which is ending with Season 5. […]
Motorola has unveiled its premium foldable phone, the Razr Ultra. The newly released Razr series consists of three models: the existing Razr and Razr Plus, plus the new, higher-end Razr Ultra. The Ultra takes a bold approach in design and materials, bringing back the iconic wood-grained back. The Razr Ultra's most striking features lie in its appearance and feel. The back, made of real wood, is reminiscent of the Moto X of the past, and features a dark red texture, […]
TJ Media, Korea's leading karaoke company, has completely redesigned its corporate identity (CI) for the first time in 20 years to celebrate its 34th anniversary. The new CI is inspired by the musical symbol of the eighth note, visually expressing the company's "desire for upward growth toward its goals." The new brand color, "Sky Blue," unveiled alongside the new logo, symbolizes TJ, which, like the ever-changing sky, exists in each individual's space and emotions wherever music takes them. Through this renewal, TJ Media aims to consistently convey its corporate identity […]
The Busan Museum of Modern Art has rebranded. This project is a project to reorganize the identity and design of the museum, and a new brand image was established through citizen participation and collaboration with designers. The project, which began in 2023 to celebrate the museum's 5th anniversary, was carried out through a public contest, exhibition, and citizen voting, rather than the existing bidding method. The graphic designer duo 'Formless Twins' was finally selected and worked with the museum's dedicated organization for 5 months to complete the new MI (Museum Identity). The new MI is a […]
Microsoft is reportedly testing a new 3D design for its Office app icons, sparking heated debate. The new icons, the first such attempt since 2018, were revealed publicly in an email survey sent to some users in early April. The new icons emphasize three-dimensional shapes and hierarchical structure, reflecting the Fluent 2 design language, which also features the 3D emoji style introduced in Windows 11. They feature a more colorful […]
Meta has launched Edits, a new video editing app for short-form content creators, globally. Edits is a video production tool available across multiple platforms, including Instagram and Facebook, and was developed to enhance creative efficiency and intuitiveness. It features an integrated approach to idea recording, project management, video shooting, and editing. Edits features features like a frame-synced timeline, cutouts, and AI animation effects […]
HiteJinro has released 'Filait Clear'. This new product is the 9th product in the Filait series that was first introduced in 2017, and was developed with the core concept of 'clean and neat taste' that consumers recently prefer. The package uses blue as the accent color on a silver background. The elephant character 'Pili' that was seen in the existing Filait products was replaced with the 'raw' notation. Some netizens were surprised by the similarity of the design to a certain Japanese beer brand. Filait Clear is HiteJinro's own […]
Airbnb has introduced a system to automatically display the total price when searching for accommodations to address the lack of transparency in accommodation prices. Now, users can see the price including all fees, excluding taxes, from the start of the search. Previously, Airbnb users complained that hidden costs, such as cleaning fees and service fees, made it difficult to see the actual amount paid. In response, Airbnb has introduced a system to automatically display the total price when searching for accommodations worldwide in some European countries since 2019.
The official torch for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics, "Essential," has been unveiled. The unveiling was made even more meaningful by the presence of legendary athletes, including Stefania Belmondo, the final torchbearer of the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics, Paralympic champion Bebe Bio, Sochi Olympic bronze medalist Carolina Kostner, and Paralympic champion Martina Caironi. The torch was built by architect Carlo Ratti with technical support from Italian energy company Eni and its subsidiary Versalis.
Rolls-Royce has unveiled an ultra-luxurious chess set. The board's design is inspired by the "Waft Line," the graceful curves of Rolls-Royce motor cars. The leather-clad base rises from the center to each end, accentuating the car's aesthetic. The piece storage compartment opens smoothly with the press of a button, revealing the chess pieces as if by magic. This is reminiscent of the moment when the doors of a Rolls-Royce are opened and closed. The board features carefully concealed magnets that ensure the pieces remain stationary even when tilted.
Keyboard brand Keychron has unveiled its new vertical wireless mouse, the M5. Vertical mice are gaining traction amidst the growing health consciousness, as they allow users to maintain a natural handshake posture without twisting their wrists, reducing wrist fatigue and pain. Unlike conventional mice, the M5 features a 47-degree tilted body, encouraging a grip that puts less strain on the wrist. The main scroll wheel, located between the left and right clicks, […]
To improve subway ridership, the Seoul Metropolitan Government is completely revamping its "Single Line Map" for the first time in 40 years. The city announced the changes to the entire subway map in September 2023. The new single line map, also based on the same design language, has been released alongside various detailed images. The single line map includes information on each line, station names, transfer routes, and convenience facilities. However, the existing map lacked information on location, direction, and local government […]
