What makes some designs good and others bad? Why do some designs work while others don’t? Posts in this category offer thoughtful design critiques of modern digital interfaces, with commentary inspired by Don Norman’s “The Design of Everyday Things.”
During the CES (Consumer Electronic Show) 2024 event, a new assistive technology was introduced in which people can control their devices using their tongue. MouthPad^ allows people with mobility impairments to interact with their devices on a more comfortable and precise level of control. The specifics MouthPad^ was created by Augmental, a company focused on […]
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IrisVision Live 2.0 stands as a beacon of progress in assistive technology, profoundly impacting the lives of individuals with low vision. Developed by IrisVision, this wearable device seamlessly integrates neuroscience, augmented reality, and mobile technology to create a holistic rehabilitation platform. The Live 2.0 upgrade introduces enhanced vision modes, providing a superior visual experience for
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In radio aviation communication, “Roger that” meant “Received”. Through Rogervoice, you can understand voice calls. Thanks to your plane (the Rogervoice app!) and your copilots (interpreters and speech professionals), you get to pilot your own calls and arrive at your destination: independence. — Roger Voice It is always not easy for people with hearing difficulties to enjoy phone calls. But
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Domino’s is the largest pizza chain in the US and the world over. They are industry leaders in terms of innovation, marketing, supply chain management and coming up with innovative campaigns such as the recent ‘Domino’s Pinpoint Delivery’ service that delivers pizza to you anywhere you like, without requiring your address.This along with their market position and popularity should ideally mean they have an extremely efficient, user friendly and responsive website and app interface.And through this design critique, I shed light on some key usability issues I noticed in the Domino‘s app interface.
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Medium is an influential online blog platform, that seamlessly brings together professionals, publishers, and knowledge enthusiasts. It offers a rich mix of original and curated content, fostering a vibrant space for sharing ideas and insights. Catering to both those seeking knowledge and content creators, it serves as a hub for quality articles, fostering meaningful discussions.
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Released on 2023 Samsung TVs, Relumino Mode is an assistive technology for people with low vision. Relumino Mode aims to make TV more accessible and desirable for individuals with low vision by enhancing the image brightness, contrast, color, sharpness, and outlines. About low vision It is estimated that over 500 million people worldwide experience a
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Introduction STEEZY studio is an online subscription service featuring hundreds of classes taught by world-renowned choreographers. The best part about STEEZY studio is you can do it all from your home. We’ll be taking a dive into the usability of their iPhone app based on the principles featured in Don Norman’s book: The Design of
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The photos app is one of the apps users get pre-installed on all their Apple products. This application is the destination for all media that is captured on the iPhone. It also serves as a hub for organizing, editing, and sharing photos and videos. It automatically organizes content into albums and categories, offers powerful search
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Google Maps is a widely known navigational tool used for a variety of activities including daily commutes, travel planning, and discovering new places. As a professional with a background in architecture and interior planning, I understand the importance of designing wheelchair-accessible spaces. In this blog post, I delve deep into analyzing Google Maps and exploring its potential as an assistive technology.
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Utilizing spatial sensors in the fabric of the gloves and on the cuff of the wrist, wearers can map sounds and instruments to specific gestures and movements. For musicians with disabilities that can affect their ability to play instruments, MiMu’s gloves widen the range of access to music making by linking those instruments to gestures.
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