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In this episode, Luigi and Ravi try to figure out and predict what would the Apple Vision Pro’s future mean for users, developers, and designers. Support Design By Us: Follow designbyus on Twitter: https://twitter.com/designbyus_fm Find more content and support us on Patreon: https:/www.patreon.com/designbyus Where to find Luigi and Ravi: Check out: byus.design Follow Luigi on Twitter: https://twi...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi speak with Michael Flarup, icon designer, game developer, and fascinating creator. Michael discusses the significant yet often overlooked role of app icons in our lives, particularly their impact on our interaction with technology. Michael has dedicated a big part of his career to making some of the most ‘iconic’ app icons, which lead him to author the iOS and macOS...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi dive into the vibrant transformation of Reddit's rebrand. As Reddit gears up for a potential 2024 IPO, our host explore the brand elements, from the beloved Snoo mascot to the unique terminology of 'r/' and the iconic upvote-downvote mechanisms. Pentagram, the design powerhouse, plays a crucial role, identifying four key traits that define Reddit's e...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi deep dive into Humane’s new product—the AI Pin, a wearable gadget that transcends norms with its projected display and AI application. They begin with a glimpse into the talented team behind Humane, including ex-Apple members who played key roles in iPhone, Safari, mouse, and other Apple innovations. Additionally they discuss the storytelling of the brand, an explor...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi dive into the world of Gran Turismo's game design. They begin with the inception of the iconic series, highlighting Gran Turismo 1's remarkable journey. Additionally they discuss how hardware optimisation sets the design of the game, from 300 polygons in early games to 500,000 in Gran Turismo 5. They also discuss Gran Turismo Sophy, an AI that sees the virtu...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi dive into aftermath of Apple's 'Scary Fast' Event. Apple unveiled the new M3 chip lineup. They dissects the event, discuss the manufacturing of the 3 nanometer technology and how Apple decided to position the new chip to gamers and AI developers. Luigi, brings a theory about the new Apple Pencil, and how it might be used with the new Vision OS. Ravi rais...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi dive into a brief story about Shazam’s user experience evolution. A journey that began in 2002 and reached new heights with Apple's acquisition in 2018. Shazam's ingenious design simplified the user experience, addressing music discovery and a vast song database. Explore how a simple text-based interface transformed the way we identify songs. Luigi and Ravi...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi are joined by the visionary Dr. Nikhil Jacob as we embark on a journey into the world of mixed, virtual, and augmented reality. Nikhil is a researcher in human computer interaction, iOS developer, author, and a forward thinker trying to empower creators to push the boundaries of mixed reality experiences. We dive into Nikhil’s content creator journey in the spatial...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi delve into the intricate world of digital privacy and user experience. They start by discussing the onboarding experience of Threads, the new Meta app. They dissect how the design choices of the experience impact the user’s data-sharing decisions. Comparing them to Apple’s design decisions on their App Store. Putting these together, they dive into how the iOS update...

It’s another Apple event which means it’s another episode. Yes, it might have been a yawn fest, but…. Ok, well maybe there is no but, but at least it meant that Ravi and Luigi could create and share this podcast with you. Plus: Luigi and Ravi give their product ideas for free - hope you’re listening Apple. Support Design By Us: Follow designbyus on Twitter: https://twitter.com/designbyus_fm Find m...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi literally go into Blank Street Coffee, a coffee company that's been making waves in the industry. From their remarkable financial achievements to their innovative approach to coffee-making, Blank Street Coffee is redefining the way we enjoy our daily caffeine mix. Blank Street Coffee made headlines last year when they secured an astonishing $67 million in fundin...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi explore a captivating blend of economics, architecture, and community impact. They begin with a curious observation about the new Oppenheimer film and the use of the Futura typeface. Then, followed by a dissection of the On Shoes' London in-store experience, has the On brand lived up to its brand standards? Shifting gears, Luigi and Ravi give us a glimpse of Rea...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi dive into the world of multiplayer web apps, exploring how they revolutionize online interactions such as Figma, Google Docs, Notion, Call of Duty, and Mario Kart, highlighting the core networking components crucial for multiplayer live online experiences. They discuss the complexities of maintaining synchronization among players and ensuring accurate representation...

In this episode Ravi and Luigi discuss what learning Design looks like. Fresh off the back of graduating from Shillington College, Ravi shares some of the tips he picked up in this 9 month course. Plus: can you systematise creativity? Support Design By Us: Follow designbyus on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/designbyus_fm Find more content and support us on Patreon:  https:/www.patreon.com/designbyu...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi explore Threads, the new social media app launched by Meta. Threads experienced unprecedented success, attracting 70 million users within its first few days and surpassing other Twitter competitors. Its integration with Instagram allowed for seamless profile and content transfer. Threads signifies a shift towards protocol-based social media, does it really? With pla...

In this episode Luigi and Ravi revive one of the earlier episodes about a very important topic, that defines how we design a more inclusive world. Inclusive Design enables the full range of human diversity by including a range of perspectives throughout the design process. In this episode, Luigi and Ravi talk about Microsoft’s eye-opening Inclusive Design Toolkit that enables designers to push the...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi embark on an immersive journey to uncover the intricacies of the enhanced visionOS documentation. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for user experience, they explore the fundamental design characteristics that define visionOS. They showcase the limitless canvas provided by Apple Vision Pro, where virtual content seamlessly blends with the physical world. They...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi take a deep dive into the intriguing world of the Arc Browser in this episode of Design By Us. They'll explore the browser's features, design philosophy, and all the quirky aspects that make it either an interesting browsing experience or... well, maybe not so much! They explore the features, design philosophy, and unique aspects of this browser developed by...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi explore the Apple Campus, an architectural marvel designed by Norman Foster. Opened in 2017, the campus embodies innovation and collaboration, with 175 acres of land and a main building worth $4.17 billion. Powered by 100% renewable energy and featuring the world's largest panels of curved glass, the campus is a symbol of Apple's commitment to sustainability...

It's that time of the year again—WWDC is here! As it is tradition, Luigi and Ravi discuss the dive deep into all the exciting announcements made at Apple's annual developer conference. Apple announced their long-awaited mixed reality headset, VisionPro, along with other iOS, MacOS, and WatchOS features. Is the new era of spatial computing really here? This is a long one, enjoy! Support Des...

In this episode series, Luigi and Ravi embark on a captivating exploration of the past, present, and future of search. They uncover the impact of Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP), optimized mobile webpages that load faster, and their prioritization in Google Search. Then traverse the evolution of the Search Engine Results Page (SERP), from local results in 2004 to the integration of images, videos,...

In this episode series, Luigi and Ravi explore the fascinating revolution and impact of search. In this Part I of the search series, they will uncover mind-boggling search statistics that highlight the immense scale of search engines, with Google at the forefront, handling a staggering 8.5 billion searches per day. Also how multimodal search, including the revolutionary Google Lens, is transformin...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi explore the awe-inspiring MSG Sphere Las Vegas, diving into its impact on the future of entertainment and the ecosystem. With a staggering cost of $1.8 billion, the MSG Sphere boasts 17,000 seats and a mind-blowing 19,000 x 13,500 pixel resolution screen. Luigi and Ravi discuss the captivating 160,000 LED display, speakers using beamforming technology, and immersive...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi discuss the AI, UX, design, and tech highlights from the Google I/O 2023. They delve into what they call “the layers of AI”, including the challenges of working with complex models, fine-tuning domain-specific models, and the importance of interfaces. Is AI getting to a point where it really is a UX problem? They also discuss the new tablet which comes with a dockin...

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi explore the universe of 8-bit arcade typefaces. We discuss the background of arcades from 1975-1985, the business models of arcades, and what makes these fonts unique. Games like Space Invaders and Sprint 2 dominated the scene. The monitor screens were divided into a 28x32 tile grid, with each tile being 1 byte of data or 8 bits. These 8-bit tiles were split into an...