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.”
The FreeWheel is a wheelchair attachment for rigid frame or folding manual wheelchairs with a footrest below 4-3/4″ and a footrest angle less than 12%. It attaches to the front of the wheelchair, lifting the wheelchair’s casters off the ground so it becomes a three-wheeler, allowing it to move across surfaces it otherwise couldn’t.
Assistive Technology: FreeWheel Read More »
Scanning pens are handheld assistive technology devices that use optical character recognition (OCR) to scan written text and convert it to digital text. This digital text can then be read aloud and stored in files or transferred to a computer, and individual words can be broken down, defined, and translated.
Assistive Technology: Scanning Pens Read More »
The Logitech MX ERGO is a trackball computer mouse designed with an adjustable tilt for a comfortable resting position. The resulting minimized movement, and control options built into the device, are intended to increase efficiency while reducing muscle fatigue. Features Trackball: Trackball mice provide an alternative to traditional computer mice by providing control of the
Assistive Technology: Trackball Mouse (Logitech MX ERGO) Read More »
Microsoft Learning Accelerator is a powerful tool that aligns seamlessly with the evolving models of disabilities, particularly embracing the social model of disability. This innovative platform is designed to provide inclusive and personalized learning experiences for students of all abilities.
Assistive Technology: Microsoft Learning Accelerator Read More »
Airbnb is a global marketplace for short or long-term homestays that connects property owners directly with potential guests.
Design Critique: Airbnb (iOS App) Read More »
The Not Impossible haptic suit consists of two ankle bands, two wrist bands, and a backpack that fastens with double straps over the rib cage, allowing anyone to utilize it. These suits allow the Deaf population to enjoy the enchantment of music in a fresh and fascinating way by translating music into tactile sensations. Music’s
Assistive Technology: Not Impossible Haptic Suit Read More »
Bandcamp is a popular online music platform that allows independent musicians and labels to sell and distribute their music directly to fans. One of its standout features is the Bandcamp Radio, a free radio show collection consisting of episodes from recurring radio series that offer a selection of tracks from the platform’s vast catalog curated by the host.
Design Critique: Bandcamp Radio (Android App) Read More »
Introduction Too Good To Go is an application aimed at reducing food waste. It brings together cafes, restaurants, delis and supermarkets, that want to prevent wastage of their food by selling unsold items at a reduced price at the end of the day. Customers are required to reserve their ‘Surprise Bag’; its contents depend on
Design Critique: Too Good To Go (Android App) Read More »
RidePATH is a mobile application by The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for commuters to stay updated on real-time train schedules, important updates about PATH services and planning upcoming trips. This blog critiques the RidePATH iOS mobile app, particularly in the dark/system mode, using the design concepts and principles presented by Don
Design Critique: RidePATH (iOS) Read More »
Exploring IKEA: A budget-friendly haven for furniture and home goods, fueling ideas for a cozier home IKEA is a Dutch-based multinational conglomerate known for designing and selling ready-to-assemble furniture, home decor, and various other goods and services. The IKEA app, available on both iOS and Android, provides an affordable furniture and home goods shopping experience
Design Critique: IKEA ( iOS app ) Read More »