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Design Critique: Zara’s Desktop Website (2023)

Ask any well dressed person walking the Manhattan streets- they probably got part their ensemble from Zara. Zara is a e-commerce website that sells clothing, accessories, shoes, beauty products and perfumes. This article attempts to critique the websites design decision using Don Norman’s book- “The Design of Everyday Things” and the 10 Usability Heuristics coined […]

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SpeechEasy devices for altering auditory feedback

Assistive Technology: SpeechEasy & Electronic Fluency Devices

For people who stutter, Electronic Fluency Devices may be used to enhance fluency in speech production. These devices alter the feedback users receive when speaking to create a “choral effect, or the perception that one is speaking in unison with others,” according to the Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center. “Choral speaking has long been a method used in therapy to increase fluency or decrease stuttering.” Devices like SpeechEasy, though costly, may help people who stutter with speech fluency if desired.

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Design Critique: Universal Orlando Resort ™️ (iPhone App)

For a smooth and effortless experience at Universal Orlando Resort, it’s essential to have the Universal mobile app loaded on your phone. This app offers a range of convenient features, including information on attractions, the ability to purchase tickets, real-time wait times, and more, making it an indispensable tool for any visit to the resort.

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Virtual doorman application screenshots

Design Critique: Virtual Doorman (mobile app)

Virtual doorman is a remote doorman service that can be accessed by residents and property managers of multi-unit buildings through a mobile application to manage building-related activities. It is used for security and access control purposes like remotely greeting visitors and providing them access, accepting packages and deliveries, and virtually monitoring the building security cameras.

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Design Critique: The Target App (iPhone app) 

Introduction The Target app is an e-commerce site representing Target, a long-standing retail establishment based in North America. It contains features aiding both online and in-store shopping, such as order and pick-up scheduling, home delivery options, a barcode scanner and more. This post critiques the app in accordance with principles and concepts outlined in Don

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Assistive Technology: ModMath

“ModMath” is an educational application that assists students with dyslexia and dysgraphia who struggle with numerals formation and mathematical notation, which can be astounding for the development of mathematical capability over a lifetime. This assistive technology application was invented and developed by Dawn and Josh Denberg for their son suffering from dyslexia, dysgraphia, and ADHD.

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