product design
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Jony Ive’s Promotion Could Mean The Next Design Revolution At Apple
So Jony Ive has a new title. So what? This banal little reshuffling could have a much bigger impact on Apple than you’d think. As Ive steps back from running day-to-day operations, it will make room for new designers — and a new design language — to emerge from the studio he managed for 20…
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9 Contenders For The Best Design Of The Year
Each year, the People’s Design Award honours a groundbreaking design that improves daily lives. Last year’s winner, the Pack H20 Water Backpack, was a more efficient way for people to carry drinking water long distances. This year’s nominees were just announced, and they include mushroom bricks, smart lighting, and multiple haptic wearables. Now, you can…
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The Weirdest Products Apple Tried To Sell In The 1980s
In 1986, Apple tried to turn itself into a beacon for the fashion world. Banking on the popularity of the Mac, the company launched an extensive catalogue of clothing and accessories known as the Apple Collection. And it couldn’t have been more 80s.
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What The Xbox One, PS4 And Wii U Tell Us About The Future Of Consoles
Most pieces of technology — like smartphones, TVs, and even computers — are replaced by new models every six or 12 months. Game consoles, on the other hand, are meant to last for at least five years. Which means that every generation is a true milestone of UI, gaming and industrial design. So what does…