If we were sitting opposite each other, how many different ways might you evaluate my level of attentiveness to our…
Open-ended exploration is increasing in the digital environment When exploring, users equate good UX with fulfilment of emotional rather than…
Strive for zero additional user input when trialling new features Reassure users they can revert to the familiar if they…
Consider the entire device as a potential interaction canvas Lights, speakers and ports can be repurposed to provide interaction beyond…
Not all UI events require the same level of urgency Gradual adjustments of colour, size and position can be used…
Users orientate themselves to UI zones through muscle memory Confining novelty to consistent zones increases the chances it will be…
"It made my eyes go weird. My stomach felt like I was on a rollercoaster some of the time. I…
"Gamification is the high fructose corn syrup of engagement." — Kathy Sierra The American author and developer Kathy Sierra's evocative analogy needs…
At MEX/11, Louisa Heinrich shared a series of techniques for creating contextually responsive digital experiences. One of the guiding principles was for designers…
"Trust is earned. I’m not going to rely on the cloud to guess something mission critical on our 'first date',…