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The Power of Thoughtful Notifications in Apps: Less is More!

  • Accessibility, Behavioral Science, Customer Experience, Design, Empathy, Mobile Applications, Mobile Technology, Technology, Usability, UX Magazine

The evolution of notification strategies in digital apps.

Article by Pourav Raj
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The Power of Thoughtful Notifications in Apps: Less is More!
  • The article explores the evolution of notification strategies in digital apps, focusing on industry leaders like Meta (formerly Facebook) and their shift toward sending fewer, more relevant notifications.
  • The author underlines the significance of striking a balance in notification design and creating personalized, user-centric app experiences.
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Using AI to Break Down Barriers in UX Design

  • Accessibility, Artificial Intelligence, Design, Technology, Usability
Article by Nate Schloesser
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Using AI to Break Down Barriers in UX Design
  • In the article, the author explores the potential AI has to enhance accessibility in UX design by learning and adapting to individual users with disabilities.
  • The article covers these 7 techniques for enhancing accessibility with AI:
    • Text-to-Speech and Speech-to-Text
    • Image Recognition and Description
    • Voice Recognition
    • Personalization and Adaptation
    • Predictive Text and Autocomplete
    • Context-Aware Computing
    • Assistive Technologies
  • The demand for accessible and inclusive design will continue to increase, making it crucial for designers and developers to stay up-to-date on the latest advances in AI and accessibility.
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Breaking the Code: The Consequences of Ignoring Ethics in Design

  • Accessibility, Design, Privacy and Data Security, Things UX People Like, UX Education

Navigating the ethical minefield of design by understanding the importance of responsible design practices.

Article by Nate Schloesser
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Breaking the Code: The Consequences of Ignoring Ethics in Design
  • In the article, the author proves that designing digital products, services, and systems requires thoughtful consideration of social, ethical, and moral implications.
  • The following are some of the most important ethical issues in digital design:
    • Privacy;
    • Data protection;
    • Accessibility;
    • Fairness and non-discrimination;
    • Transparency;
    • Transparency in decision-making;
    • Responsible AI.
  • To ensure ethical design and development of digital technologies, the author suggests using the following practices:
    • Conducting user research and testing;
    • Incorporating diverse perspectives in the design process;
    • Clear and transparent communication with users;
    • Continual evaluation and improvement;
    • Consult with experts and follow the guidelines;
    • Adopt and follow a code of ethics.
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Most Read Articles of Q4 2022

  • Accessibility, Contextual User Studies, Customer Experience, Defining AI, Design, Search, SEO, and SEM, Usability, UX Education

Here are the top 10 most-read UX Magazine articles in Q4 of 2022. This collection of articles was read, shared, and discussed the most.

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Apple Maps vs Google Maps

  • Accessibility, Apple, Apple iOS, Consumer products, Contextual User Studies, Customer Experience, Data visualization, Design, Google, Information Design and Architecture, iPhone, Location-Based Services, Mobile Applications, Mobile Technology, Things UX People Like, Usability, Visual Design

A deep dive into the map apps rivalry.

Article by Peter Ramsey
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Apple Maps vs Google Maps
  • Apple and Google have battled for control of the map applications market for almost ten years. The article provides an illustration of the advantages and disadvantages of each app.
  • The success of Google Maps can be explained by the following aspects:
    • The breadth of data.
    • Better сontextualization of data.
    • Reliability partners for sourcing data.
    • Accuracy of routes and shortcuts for pedestrians.
  • Nevertheless, Apple has some strong features, especially when it comes to handling stressful situations (e.g. calming and very human narration, detailed parking location information).
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Conscious AI models?

  • Accessibility, Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Behavioral Science, Customer Experience, Design, Empathy, Usability, UX Education, UX Magazine, UX World Changing Ideas

If it looks like a duck…

Article by Daniel Godoy
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Conscious AI models?
  • The author uncovers what LaMDA and consciousness are, and how they correlate.
  • While exploring conscious AI models, there are a few things that need to be considered:
    • Conscious Access
    • Reflexive Processing
    • The Question of Reporting
    • Autonomy
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