Design Software

Ready to Ditch Adobe? Creatives Share the Best Alternatives

No more “harsh terms of service.” By this point, you’ve probably caught wind of Adobe’s recent policy update—one that lets the company “access your content via both manual and automated means.” Even though Adobe claims this controversial change was purely for transparency, it wasn’t enough to ease worries for many users. People voiced concerns about …

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My First Substack: Here’s What I Wish I Knew Earlier

Our design editor, Daniel John, recently called Substack “the best corner of the internet”—and I couldn’t agree more. After weeks of back-and-forth, I finally launched my first Substack, focused on living with bipolar disorder. But here’s the thing: setting it up was way trickier than I expected, thanks to hidden settings and a few head-scratching …

Product Design

Even Tesla’s co-founder is mocking the Cybertruck design

Ah, the Cybertruck. Tesla’s ‘futuristic’ electric SUV has been the subject of mockery ever since its disastrous unveiling, in which those supposedly bulletproof windows shattered on stage. Since then we’ve seen countless design flaws materialise – and now, one of Tesla’s original co-founders has taken a shot at the design. Martin Eberhard co-founded Tesla in …

Product Design

Apple’s 3-Year Design Roadmap Has Me Reinterested in the iPhone Again

Poor Apple—let’s be real, the tech giant can’t seem to catch a break lately. It’s facing flak from all sides: falling behind in the AI race, drawing heat for decisions seen as catering to Donald Trump, and rolling out a string of ads that are… well, surprisingly underwhelming. But the biggest risk to Apple right …

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Artspira App: Taking Crafting into the Future

For years, traditional art and modern tech have existed in somewhat separate spheres—but crafting machine leader Brother is bridging that gap by rolling out a new all-in-one app designed for creative minds. Artspira+ is a subscription-based platform that gives users access to a vast library of embroidery, cutting, and printing designs. It also includes AR …

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Why UX Design Matters Just as Much as Your Logo

Once upon a time, “branding” was all about visual identity—think logos, color schemes, and catchy ad campaigns. But today, that’s no longer the case. A brand’s core isn’t defined by a single image or slogan; it’s shaped by every digital interaction a customer has with it. This is where user experience (UX) and user interface …

Product Design

This Lego Apple iMac G3 Is the Retro Toy I Didn’t Know I Needed—Until Now

Lego’s Ideas platform, where fans pitch custom set designs for the world to vote on, is always brimming with quirky, creative proposals. Scroll through, and you’ll find everything from a detailed replica of the Palace of Versailles to Piet Mondrian’s New York Boogie Woogie reimagined in bricks, plus a life-size ping-pong paddle and even a …

Graphic Design

Zoner Photo Studio X Review: Making Photo Editing a Little Easier

Our Verdict Zoner Photo Studio X is a solid gateway into RAW image workflows. It doesn’t pack the same depth of creative control (or generative AI) you’ll find in Adobe’s tools, but it’s intuitive, effective, and nicely affordable—making it a great pick for a wide range of photographers. Pros Cons With memory card capacities and …

Graphic Design

The new Jack Daniels bottle design is leaving a bad taste for some

Change in packaging design is fraught with danger. Sometimes a new design is needed to inject some life into a brand that’s losing its edge or to help a product stand out on the shelf amid new competition, but cases like Bahlsen and the unpopular Tropicana rebrand have taught us that change has its risks. …