UX News
A look at what's going on in the field of user experience.
AI product design: Identifying skills gaps and how to close them
, UX Collective - Medium
Source: https://left.eu/ai-act-big-tech-says-jump-eu-asks-how-high/TLDV: It’s not uncommon for AI product designers to encounter challenges in their work, especially when it comes to understanding the complex technologies behind AI products. This can make it difficult for them to communicate effectively with technical experts, leading to further complications. Additionally, keeping up with the ever-evolving design patterns for human-AI interaction can be challenging. In this article, I’ve compiled a list of resources that can enhance designers’ knowledge and skills in these areas so they can tackle their work with confidence and ease.
Rethinking design approachesAdvances in Artificial Intelligence have produced exciting opportunities for human-computer interaction. From identifying your cat in the photos to enabling autonomous driving, AI offers numerous promising new possibilities in user experiences. It facilitates forms of interaction that were previously unimaginable.
Designers are more than keywords and portfolios
, UX Collective - Medium
How exploring a designer’s journey can reveal quality traits
Complicated sticks
, UX Collective - Medium
The rise of tools for everything and nothing in particularThis week, Apple shared an ad for the newest iPad, which shows musical instruments, arts media, various creative tools, and entertainment products stacked inside a giant hydraulic press which, predictably, crushes them into the form of the new device.
Tools of human creativity being destroyed and replaced by a soulless aluminium slab, also predictably, did not go down well.
Demystifying emerging technologies
, UX Collective - Medium
We wouldn’t have the craze for AI if we didn’t have 40 years of popular images about sentient robots, smart assistants… think about Star Wars, Her, 2001 a Space Odyssey, and many more. The same can be said of other emerging technologies. Cryptocurrencies emerged in a time of distrust of the government and financial institutions from the narratives generated during the financial crisis, the Panama Papers, and the Occupy Wall Street movement. Autonomous cars, drones, augmented reality can be analyzed the same way.
Of course, some of these narratives are shaped by the ingenuity of storytellers and spread artfully via comics, movies, and TV; many of these narratives, on the other hand, are written by special interests, like corporate narratives.
Omni-experience shopping, the future of retail
, UX Planet - Medium
Omni-experience shopping: the future of retailThe retail industry is undergoing a significant transformation due to digital technology and changing consumer expectations. Online shopping has evolved rapidly over the past decade, creating more inclusive experiences through technology adoption. The recent pandemic has sped up this shift, compelling brands to rethink their marketing strategies. With increasing internet usage, a significant portion of the global population now turns to online platforms to explore, research, and make purchases. Customers today are no longer satisfied with just good service; they now expect personalized experiences from the brands they interact with
Retailers are adopting omni-channel strategies to establish lasting relationships with customers that go beyond transactions. By seamlessly merging physical and digital channels, customers can easily transition between the two while experiencing a consistent brand image. However, the complexity of modern retail operations and changing consumer preferences can sometimes present challenges.
UX Design case study
, UX Planet - Medium
UX Design case study- Post purchase user journeyE-commerce has revolutionized shopping with its easy transactions, but it has also led to the development of intricate digital products. The key to a great user experience is to keep things simple and valuable.
This is an attempt to create a meaningful design that will influence user behavior to create delightful experiences on an e-commerce product.
Designing for Privacy in Digital Spaces
, UX Planet - Medium
How users feel about giving away their private data for algorithmic recommendation systems
Figma failed me
, UX Planet - Medium
And how I dealt with itFigma failed me and how I dealt with itI’ve been an avid Figma user since I first crossed paths with it years ago. Ever since, it is like the home for me to design from. But recently I’ve had more and more instances where Figma just didn’t feel … right.
During my studies, when I first started prototyping user interfaces I first dove Axure RP. Exciting to make my first step to designing digital products, it felt like a new world was opening up before my eyes. As an all-digital nerd I had always wanted to work with interfaces, and now the time had come.
UX and NPS Benchmarks of Flower Delivery Websites (2024)
, MeasuringU
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and many shoppers will be turning toward online flower delivery services rather than visiting their local florist.
Online flower delivery services continue to bloom because of the convenience, the wide selection, and the available personalization options. But when it comes to finding the right bouquet that is delivered fresh and on time, how do these services really perform?
A Blueprint for Writing Survey Questions
, MeasuringU
Like with writing an article or book, it can be a challenge to sit down and write survey items.
Few professionals have taken a formal course in survey development. Instead, most rely on their experiences or best practices.
