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Generative UI is quietly changing how digital products work — and Google Labs’ experimental browser Disco is a perfect example of that shift. Not what buttons look like. But how interfaces are created in the first place. In this episode of  Future of UX , I explore what happens when interfaces are no longer fixed screens, but generated on the fly based on user intent, context, and goals. Using Dis...

In this episode of  Future of UX , Patricia breaks down the most important tech and AI shifts of 2025 — the trends that fundamentally changed how we design, build, research, and work. If you missed anything this year or simply want the essential takeaways, this episode is your shortcut. From AI Agents and deepfake-proof UX to vibe-coding, AI-native browsers, research automation, and the rise of ge...

In this episode, we explore one of the biggest shifts happening in the world of work right now: the rise of people–agent–robot partnerships. I break down insights from McKinsey’s new report  Agents, Robots, and Us  and explain what this means for UX designers, product teams, and anyone working in digital experiences. We talk about: • how work is changing toward human + AI + robot collaboration • w...

In this episode of  Future of UX , we explore the  real  economics behind today’s AI tools. Why are some tools stable while others quietly burn money? What does OpenAI’s IPO tell us about where the industry is heading? And what should designers expect in the next 1–3 years? A clear, easy-to-understand breakdown for anyone designing in an AI-driven world. Why AI is so expensive (training vs. infere...

Design roles are shifting fast and AI is speeding things up. In this episode of  Future of UX , we dig into what’s really changing in the UX world, which roles are emerging, and how you can stay ahead in a landscape shaped by automation, agents, and AI tools. You’ll hear: Why roles like Interaction Designer aren’t disappearing but evolving What new job titles like “AI UX Designer” or “Design Ops”...

AI Agents are reshaping how we interact with technology — from simple assistants to fully autonomous systems that think and act on their own. In this episode, Patricia breaks down what AI agents really are, how they differ from chatbots, what goes into building them, and why designers should start experimenting now. Whether you’re new to the concept or already knee-deep in agentic design, you’ll w...

This episode mixes a few personal updates — balancing work, creativity, and life — with the top three AI trends every designer should know about this season: Vibe-Coding Goes Mainstream:  How design teams are using emotional prototyping and AI-generated “vibes” to test concepts and shape user experiences faster than ever. AI Design Ecosystems:  Adobe and Canva are reinventing what design software...

In this Halloween special of  Future of UX , we explore the disturbing side of digital design where clever UX crosses into manipulation, AI tools launch without proper oversight, and personalization quietly erodes user autonomy. From real-life cases involving Snapchat’s rogue chatbot to Amazon’s subscription “traps” and a tragic AI-assisted suicide, this episode dives into the UX decisions and AI...

In this episode of  Future of UX , we dive into the next big shift: web browsers that don’t just open websites — they  understand ,  summarise ,  act . We cover the newly launched ChatGPT Atlas (by OpenAI), and compare it with the bold efforts of Comet (by Perplexity AI) and Dia (by The Browser Company). We break down what each offers, where the UX opportunities and risks are, and what this means...

What if you could build a working prototype just by  describing  it? That’s the idea behind  vibe coding  a new way of designing where intent replaces execution, and AI handles the details. In this episode, we explore: what vibe coding actually is and how it works how it’s transforming the UX process and team collaboration which new skills designers need to stay ahead and the real risks behind the...

What happens to UX design when apps disappear or rather, move inside ChatGPT? Please share your thoughts with me on Linkedin In this episode of  Future of UX , Patricia explores OpenAI’s latest update: ChatGPT’s new app ecosystem. With integrations from Canva, Figma,  Booking.com , and Etsy, ChatGPT is evolving into more than just a chatbot it’s becoming a platform where the interface is the conve...

Curious to hear your thoughts .Please share them here: Linkedin In this episode of  Future of UX , we dive into one of the most controversial topics in design right now:  synthetic users . These AI-generated “users” promise fast, cheap, scalable insights — but can they really replace talking to real people? I’ll walk you through: What synthetic users actually are and how they’re created The tools...

Smart glasses are back and this time, they actually look good. In this episode of  Future of UX , Patricia Reiners breaks down Meta’s brand-new  Ray-Ban Meta Glasses  and what they mean for designers, technology, and the future of human-computer interaction. We’ll explore the UX lessons behind Meta’s “glasses first, tech second” design philosophy, hands-free media capture, and the in-lens display...

AI is moving incredibly fast. Every week there is a new tool, a new model, a new headline. For designers it can feel impossible to keep up. But you do not need to know everything. You just need to understand the foundations, the language and the big trends. In this episode I take you through a clear overview of what really matters in AI right now. We cover the basics of AI, the art of prompting, t...

AI is changing the way we design fast. Tools are writing copy, generating wireframes and even running research. It is easy to wonder what is left for us as designers. In this episode I share the three core UX skills that will always matter no matter how powerful AI gets. You will hear personal stories from my own projects and workshops plus practical tips on how to practice and strengthen these sk...

AI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Enrollment starts Sep 01 ✨ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Sign up for the ⁠waiting list In this episode of  Future of UX , we’re not just talking theory — we’re diving into real-world applications of AI agents already showing up in products people use every day. We’ll explore: Google’s  Search AI Mode , which can book your dinner instead of just showing links Clau...

AI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Enrollment starts Sep 01 ✨ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Sign up for the ⁠waiting list⁠ In this tutorial-style episode of  Future of UX , we’re exploring one of the most essential skills for designers working with AI today:  prompting . Prompting isn’t just about cool outputs. It’s becoming the new interface for design. When you know how to prompt well, it trans...

AI for Designers: 5-week Bootcamp 💻 Enrollment starts Sep 01 ✨ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the ⁠waiting list In this episode of  Future of UX , I share my honest review of the new GPT 5 after testing it intensively for a week. If you have been on LinkedIn, X, or Instagram lately, you have seen mixed reactions. Some people are excited. Others say it is not a big deal or even that they a...

💻 ✨Waiting list for the AI Academy: 6-week Bootcamp to Learn How to Master AI as a Designer. Opening in September. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the waiting list Today, I’m breaking down the  five biggest tech shifts from the past month  that every designer should understand. This isn’t just about headlines — it’s about how these changes are quietly transforming  what it means to design us...

In this episode, we're diving into one of the biggest shifts happening in digital product design right now:  AI agents . AI agents are no longer just answering questions – they’re planning, making decisions, and acting on behalf of users. This fundamentally changes how we design experiences. You’ll learn: What AI agents actually are (and how they differ from chatbots) How they’re transforming UX a...

We’re back from the summer break — and kicking off this season with one of the most exciting shifts happening at the intersection of design and development:  vibe coding . In this episode, I’m breaking down what vibe coding actually is, why it’s relevant for designers (not just developers), and how it’s changing the way we build digital products. You’ll hear about the tools that make it possible,...

In this episode, Patricia dives into Apple’s new Liquid Glass UI updates and what they reveal about the future of digital design. You’ll hear: ✅ Why Liquid Glass is more than just a shiny update – and what it means for us as UX designers. ✅ How this shift moves us beyond static screens and into dynamic, fluid, and more human experiences. ✅ The excitement, the criticism, and the real opportunity...

In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest questions in the future of work: 💡  What are the skills that will truly future-proof your career? By 2030,  85% of the jobs that will exist haven’t even been invented yet.  AI is already automating tasks we thought required human intelligence—so what skills will actually set us apart? The answer isn’t just  technical skills  like coding or design...

In this episode of  The Future of UX , I’m joined by  Miri Lodman , Product Manager and team lead at  Wix , where she’s been helping shape the future of website creation for over a decade. From her early work on one of Wix’s very first AI-powered tools to leading cutting-edge product innovation today, Miri shares how the role of AI has evolved—and how it’s transforming the way designers and profes...

In this episode, we’re tackling a question that every UX designer thinks they understand—but do we really? 💡  Are we designing for how people actually think—or just how we assume they think? We rely on  psychology-based UX laws  like: ✔️  Hick’s Law  ( Too many choices slow people down—right? ) ✔️  Fitts’s Law  ( Bigger buttons are easier to click—makes sense? ) ✔️  Jakob’s Law  ( Users expect in...