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technology10 days ago•8 min saved

iPhone 18 Pro Sparks Android’s Borderless-Display Trend

The iPhone 18 Pro’s push toward a notch- and punch-hole-free, under-display Face ID plus a liquid-glass-inspired UI is accelerating Android manufacturers (Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Honor, Huawei, OnePlus and others) to adopt borderless displays and similar aesthetics. Google says Android won’t fully adopt Liquid Glass, but the trend is spreading across Android skins (and even Samsung) toward a more Apple-like look, risking a more homogenized smartphone landscape while leaving room for user customization.

via PhoneArena|

#android #borderless-display #iphone-18-pro

technology15 days ago•3 min saved

Apple's macOS 27 Targets Tahoe's UX Woes with a Subtle UI Refresh

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says macOS 27 will roll out a light redesign of macOS Tahoe to fix legibility and navigation issues in the Control Center, Finder, sidebars, and dense lists while keeping the Liquid Glass look; OLED MacBooks could enhance the visuals, and the update should include bug fixes, battery-life improvements, and more AI features in Siri, with Apple slated to unveil macOS 27 at WWDC on June 8.

via Mashable|

#apple #macos #tahoe

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Google expands gradient icon design across more apps

Google is broadening its new gradient icon language from a handful of apps to additional Google apps such as Sheets, Slides, Forms, Sites, and Keep. The redesign uses softer corners, smoother gradient transitions, and landscape layouts to reflect AI-powered features; rollout timing isn’t clear but is expected soon, though the Keep icon drew mixed opinions.

via The Verge|

#ai-features #google-apps #google-icons

technology4 months ago•1 min saved

Google App Icon Gets Larger on Android

Google has updated its Android app beta to version 17.0, increasing the size of the app icon's 'G' to improve visual fill, addressing a previous shrinkage from earlier updates. The stable version remains at 16.49, with newer test versions released over the holidays, and the next stable release is expected soon.

via 9to5Google|

#android #app-icon #beta-update

technology5 months ago•4 min saved

Android's Expressive Design Meets Material '3.5' Apps

The article reviews Google's Material 3 Expressive redesign, noting it as a successful visual update for Android devices but somewhat inconsistent and incremental in Google apps, resembling a Material 3.5 update rather than a full overhaul, with mixed feelings about usability and design cohesion.

via 9to5Google|

#android #app-redesign #google-apps

technology6 months ago•3 min saved

Leaked Screenshots Reveal Avalanche's Cancelled 'Contraband' Game UI and Details

A rare look at canceled Avalanche Studios game Contraband reveals concept art, UI, character designs, and environment details, highlighting a stylized 1970s co-op smuggling game that was ultimately canceled, with the studio facing internal restructuring and uncertain future projects.

via MP1st|

#avalanche-studios #contraband #game-cancellation

technology6 months ago•10 min saved

Windows 11 Updates: New Start Menu, Bluetooth Sharing, and Enhanced Security

The latest optional update for Windows 11 introduces a redesigned Start menu that addresses previous criticisms by adding features like a scrollable all apps section, customizable categories, and better integration with Phone Link, making it more functional and customizable than before.

via Windows Latest|

#customization #start-menu #technology

technology7 months ago•1 min saved

Apple Launches macOS Tahoe 26.1 RC and Updates on iOS 26

Apple has released the macOS Tahoe 26.1 Release Candidate for developers and public beta testers, introducing under-the-hood improvements, new icons including a redesigned Macintosh HD and Apple TV, a toggle for Liquid Glass design options, and references to the second-generation Apple Pro Display XDR, with instructions on how to install the update.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #beta #macos

technology7 months ago•1 min saved

iOS 26.1 Update Introduces New Liquid Glass Customization Features

Apple's upcoming iOS and macOS 26.1 update introduces a toggle for Liquid Glass UI, allowing users to switch between a Clear and Tinted look to improve readability and contrast without altering the default aesthetic.

via Ars Technica|

#ios #liquid-glass #macos

technology7 months ago•57 min saved

Teaching Seniors to Use iPhones

The article criticizes the increasingly complex and user-hostile design of modern Apple devices, especially for seniors and less tech-savvy users, highlighting issues with setup processes, accessibility, and user interface changes that hinder ease of use. It advocates for simpler, more intuitive designs and better accessibility features to improve usability for all, particularly the elderly.

via Hacker News|

#apple #elderly-accessibility #iphone

technology8 months ago•2 min saved

iOS 26 Update Sparks User Criticism and Security Concerns

iOS 26's new Liquid Glass design has received criticism from users, highlighting mixed reactions to Apple's latest UI update.

via MacRumors|

#apple #ios-26 #liquid-glass-design

technology8 months ago•2 min saved

iOS 26's Liquid Glass Design Sparks User Complaints and Curiosity

Users are reporting that the new iOS 26 Liquid Glass Design makes app icons appear crooked, indicating user dissatisfaction with the updated UI aesthetic.

via MacRumors|

#app-icons #ios-26 #liquid-glass-design

technology8 months ago•1 min saved

The Monotony of Liquid Glass

Liquid Glass is a visually impressive new design system by Apple that aims to create a three-dimensional, glass-like interface across all devices, but it struggles with consistency and usability, often feeling cluttered and unsuitable for some device types.

via The Verge|

#apple #digital-light #interface

technology9 months ago•1 min saved

Google's Gemini Enhances Android with New Visuals and Features

Google has introduced a new pill-shaped Gemini overlay for Android, replacing the previous rounded rectangle, with a quick expansion animation. The overlay's internal layout remains unchanged, but the visual style now matches other Google UI elements. This update is rolling out widely to beta and stable versions of Google apps.

via 9to5Google|

#android #gemini-overlay #google

technology9 months ago•5 min saved

Exploring iOS 26: Features, Compatibility, and First Impressions

A Pixel user tries iOS 26 with Liquid Glass interface and initially dislikes its appearance, but after adjusting, finds some improvements in app icon clarity and widget design. However, he criticizes the new bubbly controls, especially in Safari and the camera app, and finds the overall navigation confusing and less user-friendly, leading him to consider returning to an earlier iOS version.

via Android Authority|

#apple #ios-26 #liquid-glass