Phase, a no-code platform for product designers, has raised $13 million in funding. Having grown rapidly with its UI animation platform, Phase plans to release a major update this April, adding advanced features essential for UI/UX design. Phase is a platform that helps product designers create more complete prototypes and minimize collaboration with developers. Unlike traditional design tools, designers can simulate fully interactive websites or apps without any separate coding […]
AndoAndoAndo's designer Yu Ando created an automatic vinyl record player watch inspired by the Panasonic Technics SL-1200 turntable. This fully functional watch displays the time using a rotating miniature tonearm, logo, and disc on the dial. The time is indicated by a record label with an "A" logo, the end of the alphabet indicating the hour. The minutes are indicated by a tonearm, which the designer noted is not entirely straight.
The design of driver's licenses has been changed for the first time in 23 years. The Korea Road Traffic Authority announced on the 11th that a new driver's license with enhanced security technology will be issued at driver's license testing centers nationwide. The new license features photo-variant ink that changes color depending on the viewing angle. Furthermore, the hologram color changes and the addition of a Rose of Sharon design make counterfeiting more difficult. The license background features a raised image of the Steller's Sea eagle, the symbol of the police, and a line drawing. The Korea Road Traffic Authority announced that the new driver's licenses were issued in January […]
To celebrate Mario Day, Nintendo has released an update for its popular alarm clock, the Nintendo Alamo, adding new alarms and themes. This update adds classic Super Mario Bros. music and Mario-themed visual effects, offering fans a unique experience. The Alamo is an alarm clock that responds to the user's slightest movements with sounds from various games. When it's time to wake up, a band plays and cheers, and when you move your hand or turn, […]
Volvo has released a new commercial for the Saudi Arabian market, titled "Come Back Stronger." The ad, which doesn't feature a single car, was created entirely using AI technology. Lion Creative, a Dubai-based advertising agency, created the ad for Volvo's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. The ad, in collaboration with Electromin, Volvo's distributor in Saudi Arabia, produced the images using MidJourney and the video using Runway. The script was drafted by humans, but ChatGPT […]
Pepsi recently released a video of its "Undercover Cups" campaign, in which it raided major burger chains in the United States and replaced customers' drinks with its own products. Pepsi visited McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's, taking customers' Coke orders and replacing them with Pepsi. These brands are all official partners with Coca-Cola. The campaign aired on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok. Pepsi used this campaign to […]
Namyang Dairy Products announced its new corporate slogan and CI, "Healthy Start." The new CI design is inspired by the logo of Namyang Dairy's flagship brand, "Delicious Milk GT." The soft, curved font of "Delicious Milk GT" reflects the company's direction to respond more flexibly to a rapidly changing market environment. The symbol, shaped like a smiling mouth, signifies "a vessel containing Namyang Dairy products that start a healthy day" and "the smiles of customers created by delicious products." Namyang Dairy Products' entire product line […]
Eventbrite, the event platform, has collaborated with design studio Buck for a rebrand, aiming to move beyond a simple ticketing service and establish itself as a cultural hub for discovering live events. The company has set a new direction, positioning itself as a cultural hub for discovering live events, rather than simply a payment service. The company's previous logo, a lowercase "e" within a circle, has been replaced by a new monogram, reminiscent of a thick brushstroke. This squiggly shape, dubbed "The Path," is designed to […]
Apple has announced a new MacBook Air, following the iPad Air. This model features the latest M4 chip, which significantly improves performance and power efficiency, and offers up to 18 hours of battery life. It comes in two sizes, 13-inch and 15-inch, and a new Sky Blue color has been added to expand the choice, joining Midnight, Starlight, and Silver. The M4 chip features a 10-core CPU and up to 10-core GPU, which is more than the previous M1 model […]
The New Yorker, America's representative weekly magazine, has celebrated its 100th anniversary. Since its first publication on February 21, 1925, it has maintained its reputation for its unique style that encompasses literature and journalism. Looking back on the history of the New Yorker, editor-in-chief David Remnick emphasized the importance of maintaining its essence even in changing times. The New Yorker was initially a magazine centered on light satire and humor, but gradually expanded its scope to include in-depth investigative reporting. James Baldwin, JD Salinger, […]
Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is revitalizing itself with a new place branding. Reflecting Finland's reputation as one of the world's happiest countries, the new brand identity emphasizes the city's open and welcoming atmosphere. Helsinki is renowned for its balanced work culture, rich natural surroundings, and traditional sauna culture. However, it has been somewhat lacking in attracting international visitors and talent. Helsinki Partners aims to support the city's business, talent, and […]
British smartphone startup Nothing has officially announced the Phone (3a) series. The Phone (3a) series features a variety of design elements on the back and a "Glyph" light that illuminates in response to notifications and ringtones. The Phone (3a) starts at £329, while the Phone (3a) Pro, with its more powerful camera, costs £449. The Phone (3a) series is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 […]
