Introduction: Amtrak is an application that mainly serves for customers looking to purchase tickets, check train statuses, and manage users’ travel plans with America’s national railroad service. This critique focuses on the application’s user experience based on Don Norman’s design principles as outlined in his book “The Design of Everyday Things”. As a frequent user […]
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Introduction “Weee!” is an online Asian and Hispanic supermarket, offering from daily necessities such as milk, eggs, and bread, to cuisine-specific items such as dumpling wraps, kimchi, and udon. Customers can purchase products from the company’s website, and the app is available for both Apple and Android users. Deliveries are typically made within the next
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Amazon Prime Video, a multifaceted streaming service offering diverse content in various languages, spanning movies, TV shows, documentaries, and original programming, delivers a rich digital experience. However, certain usability issues have been identified through personal use and observed challenges during group viewings, and addressing these can be informed by design principles from Don Norman’s “The Design of Everyday Things.”
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Pinterest is a social media platform where users can discover and save ideas for various interests such as recipes, home decor, fashion, and more. The desktop version of Pinterest provides a user-friendly interface with features like creating boards, searching for ideas, and exploring content based on categories.
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Todoist claims to be “the world’s #1 task manager and to-do list app”. To explore that strong statement, let’s examine basic task creation and task ordering through the lens of Don Norman’s principles and concepts as laid out in his book The Design of Everyday Things. For this critique we’ll focus on the native app experience in iOS.
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Introduction The Starbucks mobile application serves as a convenient platform for users to easily order beverages and foods, and it is also a crucial component of the Starbucks loyalty program. Based on my user experience, this article would critique Starbucks iOS App using some usability factors mentioned by Don Norman’s book- The Design of Everyday
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The digital interface I chose is the website rateyourmusic.com (RYM), which I have been using since high school to discover new music and keep track of the records I have listened to. It allows you to rate albums, singles, and individual tracks, make lists, write reviews, and browse the vast database of records it hosts.
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The Google Search Engine is a sophisticated platform designed for searching and retrieving information across the internet. It provides quick, relevant results to user queries, offering features like predictive text, voice search, and image search, all within a user-friendly and minimalist interface. This tool has become essential for navigating the vast digital landscape of information.
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In the ever-evolving world of smartphone technology, Google’s commitment to accessibility takes a giant leap forward with the introduction of Guided Frame. This innovative feature, part of the Pixel 7 series, demonstrates Google’s dedication to creating an inclusive camera experience, particularly for individuals with visual impairments. In this blog post, we’ll explore how Guided Frame, a harmonious blend of hardware and software, is revolutionizing the way blind or low-vision individuals capture the perfect picture.
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source Introduction ChargeSpot is a portable charger rental provider that offers cross-countries services currently with over 35,000 rental spot worldwide. Its easy rent/return process and reasonable rental prices attract individuals with high demands for charging their phones while on the go. The rental services process can be easily divided into 3 steps: 1. Use the
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