Instagram has updated its Direct Messages (DM) feature. This update includes a new location sharing feature, nicknames, and over 300 new stickers. The new location sharing feature allows users to share their live locations with friends. Live locations can be shared for up to an hour and are only available in one-on-one or group chats. Shared locations won't be shared outside the designated chat, and you can stop sharing them at any time.
Carrot, a secondhand goods trading and lifestyle platform, has launched the "Bungeoppang Map." This map, accessible through the "Neighborhood Map" tab in the Carrot app, allows local residents to register and share the locations of bungeoppang stalls. Information such as business hours, price range, and customer reviews are available, and the map will run until the end of March next year. The Bungeoppang Map builds on the existing "Winter Snack Map" and focuses on bungeoppang. This map reflects the high number of bungeoppang-related searches and user preference […]
Apple has announced the 45 finalists for the 2024 App Store Awards. The selections include apps and games that showcase outstanding user experience and innovative design across 12 categories. This year, the Apple Vision Pro category was created to highlight achievements in spatial computing. The finalists will be announced in the coming weeks. The iPhone app finalists include Kino (a filmmaking tool), Runna (a personalized running planning app), and Tripsy (a trip planning app). […]
Nike has unveiled its first 3D-printed sneaker, the Air Max 1000. This new shoe, a modern reimagining of the Air Max 1, which debuted in 1987, was recently unveiled at ComplexCon in Las Vegas. Nike collaborated with 3D printing specialist Zellerfeld to create the shoe. Except for the Air cushioning, the Air Max 1000 is 3D-printed from a single material. The shoe's outer sole provides firm yet supportive support, […]
Instagram is testing a new feature that allows you to reset recommended content. This feature will reset recommended content in Explore, Reels, and Feed, allowing you to discover new, personalized content. After the reset, recommended content will be re-tailored based on your interactions, and you can review and, if necessary, unfollow the accounts you follow. Instagram is also strengthening its protections for younger users, ensuring that sensitive or inappropriate content is not recommended.
Formed in 2023, Catseye is a K-pop superstar-style girl group. They formed through the 2023 social media reality show Dream Academy, produced in collaboration with American record labels Geffen Records and HYBE Entertainment. The show selected 20 contestants from over 120,000 applicants worldwide, ultimately narrowing them down to the final six. The group, consisting of Sofia Laporteza, Lara Rajagopalan, Yoon Chae-jung, Megan Skiendiel, Daniela Avanzini, and Manon Bannerman, were selected to compete in the Philippines, South Korea, Switzerland, and […]
Canva has released its 2025 Design Trends Report. Based on search data from its service, which serves 170 million users, the company shared seven trends. As AI increases efficiency and precision, interest in the uniqueness and imperfection of human creativity is growing. 1. Analog vs. AI: This report seeks to harmonize traditional design techniques with cutting-edge AI technology. By combining analog elements like collage and handcrafted textures with the precision of AI, unique […]
Apple's iOS 18.2 beta update brings significant changes to the Mail app. The Mail app now resembles the Messages app. Instead of being a text-heavy screen, the inbox now displays the sender's profile picture or business logo, making it visually richer. If a business logo isn't registered, an icon based on Apple Maps data will automatically be applied. The Mail app automatically organizes your inbox into four categories: "Primary," which collects important messages; "Ordered"; and "Primary" (which stores important messages).
Google Tasks is now integrated into the Google Calendar app. Google Tasks is a productivity service that allows you to easily create and manage task lists using a to-do list management tool. Since its launch as a standalone mobile app in 2018, it has been widely praised for its ease of use. Previously, Google Tasks was conveniently located in the right sidebar when using Google Calendar or Gmail on the web. Now, Google […]
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, CJ Olive Young opened a new store, "Olive Young N Seongsu," in Seongsu-dong, Seoul. Spanning five floors and approximately 4,500 square feet (1,400 pyeong), this five-story store is Olive Young's largest and aims to curate the latest K-beauty trends while maximizing the unique offline experience. The Olive Young Brand Creative Center, BI design studio CFC, and motion graphics studio cobb.tv collaborated to develop a variety of graphics. The "N" symbolizes New, Next, Nest, and Network, signifying infinite possibilities for expansion.
MotoGP has unveiled a new logo and brand identity for the 2025 season, in collaboration with design studio Pentagram. The checkered flag logo, introduced in 2002, has been replaced by a minimalist design that reflects the speed, passion, and dynamic nature of MotoGP. According to MotoGP, the new logo features an "M" depicting two motorcycles turning a corner, an "O" representing the wheels, a "T" representing the riders, and the final "GP" symbolizing the flow of the track. This is a unique […]
Figma is renowned for its rapid, user-centric approach to improvement. If something feels a bit inconvenient, it's quickly fixed in the next patch. Rapidly incorporating user feedback has contributed significantly to Figma's growth. However, Figma has recently become increasingly complex. It's evolving beyond a design tool into a collaboration tool for software developers. With managers and developers now able to participate, it's becoming easier to use Pigjam for meetings and share information needed for development.
