The iconic macOS folder icon has become a reality. Designer David Delahunty and design studio Super Fantastic collaborated to create the FolderDrive, a 128GB USB-C flash drive that faithfully recreates the classic macOS folder. Currently in development, FolderDrive is a plug-and-play portable storage device, with an initial run of just 100 units. 3D-printed and hand-finished, it's both collectible and functional. […]
Korea's first domestically produced fan, the Goldstar D-301, has been revived in a modern form after 65 years. LG Electronics has unveiled a reimagined fan, the "LG D-301," taking over the legacy of its predecessor, Goldstar. This cordless mini fan, a harmonious blend of modern technology and retro sensibility, captures the spirit of the original D-301. Launched by Goldstar in 1960, the D-301 is considered an iconic product of the Korean home appliance industry. At the time, the advertisement proclaimed, "Goldstar Fan, delivering a cool breeze at a low price." […]
Rumors are circulating that Apple will abandon its titanium and stainless steel frame strategy, which it has maintained since the iPhone X in 2017, and switch to aluminum for the iPhone 17 Pro series, which will be unveiled in September. InstantDigital, a leaker active on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, reports that the iPhone 17 Pro series will adopt a hybrid structure combining an aluminum frame and a glass back panel. Part of the back will still be made of glass to support wireless charging and MagSafe.
Microsoft announced on its official blog that its Edge browser has reached a significant milestone in UI speed. It now takes less than 300 milliseconds for a website's first screen element to appear to the user. This represents a significant reduction in the rendering time of initial content, including text, images, and interface elements. This metric, known as First Contentful Paint (FCP), is a performance metric introduced by Google in Chrome in 2017 and represents the first meaningful […]
The Coca-Cola Company has partnered with Universal Music Group (UMG) to launch a new global music label, Real Thing Records (rtr). Led by Explorers Club Studio, the brand's creative direction is positioned as a new platform connecting brands, music, and fandom. With a genre-agnostic approach, rtr will empower emerging artists from around the world to find their unique voices and foster their growth on the global stage. […]
Image from Asia Nikkei. Photo by Kaori Yuzawa A shocking revelation that could seriously undermine the fairness of academic research has rocked the academic world. Hidden prompts encouraging AI to give positive evaluations have been discovered in research papers from 14 leading universities in eight countries around the world. According to Nikkei's investigation, Waseda University in Japan, KAIST in South Korea, Peking University in China, the National University of Singapore, and the University of Washington in the United States […]
Google has implemented a new logo and user interface for its AI service, Gemini. The new Gemini logo has been redesigned from the previous purple and blue-based color palette to a gradient design combining Google's signature colors of blue, red, yellow, and green. The star-shaped structure of the logo has been maintained, but the pointed ends have been rounded and smoothed. This is intended to create a more clear and approachable impression, even on small screens. The new logo has already been adopted by Gemini […]
Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky has given a sneak peek at the company’s new design system. The announcement, shared via X in a short video, appears to be a response to feedback from users following the company’s big app update last summer. “Thank you for your feedback on the design work we’ve done for the summer release,” Chesky begins the video, outlining key elements of Airbnb’s new design system. […]
British luxury car brand Bentley has unveiled a new emblem. This redesign is considered the most bold and modern version, with only five changes in the 106 years since the brand was founded in 1919. Known as the 'Winged B', the emblem is based on the initial B of the brand's founder Walter Owen Bentley with wings spread on both sides. The circular logo was first designed by illustrator F. Gordon Crosby, and […]
Publisher Penguin Books is celebrating its 90th anniversary by introducing a bespoke typeface that redefines its brand identity: Penguin Inclusive Sans. Developed with inclusivity and accessibility at its core, the typeface will be used as the primary font for Penguin’s global publications and marketing. The project began with the goal of improving Penguin’s inconsistent image, which had previously been based on a mix of different typefaces. Led by designer Olivia King, the team […]
TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel platform, has completely revamped its brand identity to celebrate its 25th anniversary. This rebranding was carried out in collaboration with UK design agency Koto Studio. While TripAdvisor has long maintained its signature turquoise green, the new color palette has been transformed into a more vibrant lime green. Furthermore, the brand's mascot, Ollie the owl, has been given a more vibrant look, with animated eyes that move […]
US-based AI search startup Perplexity has launched a premium plan, "Perplexity Max," priced at $200 per month. This plan, priced 10 times higher than the existing $20 Pro plan, targets advanced users who intensively utilize generative AI tools. The key feature of Perplexity Max is its unlimited use of "Labs," a generative agent tool for creating spreadsheets, reports, web apps, presentations, and more. In addition, AI […]
