Posted - 13th February 2010 in Design
Apple has unwrapped the latest edition of its photo-editing software. Aperture 3 introduces Brushes, Faces, Places and multimedia slideshows.
Posted - 2nd February 2010 in Design
Google is reported to be on the verge of launching a new app store. The site would sell third-party extensions for Google Apps.
Posted - 28th January 2010 in Design
Apple has finally lifted the lid on the iPad. The eagerly awaited tablet can handle web browsing, HD video, apps, e-books and more.
Posted - 21st January 2010 in Design
Kindle is copying the smartphone by introducing third-party apps. Owners will soon be able to play games and get restaurant reviews on their e-reader.
Posted - 7th January 2010 in Design
Portable electronics uptake is growing rapidly, according to the latest figures. This could have important implications for web designers.
Posted - 4th January 2010 in Design
Augmented reality could become an important new avenue for digital marketing, it has been claimed. AR apps can be accessed on PCs and high-end phones.
Posted - 17th December 2009 in Design
Google announces a new browser tool which allows designers to see the proportion of a site initially viewable by the average browser window.
by Tom Mason
Posted - 2nd December 2009 in Design
The popular image manipulation software Photoshop is now available on the Apple iPhone. The software allows for basic image editing.
by Tom Mason
Posted - 26th November 2009 in Design
Google has defended its role in the Michelle Obama controversy. The search engine refused to take down an offensive Google Images picture.
Posted - 19th November 2009 in Design
Advertisers can now design branded versions of Windows 7. Sponsored themes from clients like Porsche and Ducati are being made available by Microsoft.
Posted - 2nd November 2009 in Design
The BBC has unveiled a new video-based politics website called Democracy Live. In a first for the BBC, users can search videos by spoken keywords.
Posted - 28th October 2009 in Design
Google Images is enabling web designers to refine search results. Similar Images lets them request thumbnails that resemble a specific picture.
Posted - 21st October 2009 in Design
Online retailers are worried about the possible impact of postal strikes. However, website redesigns could reassure customers that alternative delivery arrangements are in place.
Posted - 1st October 2009 in Design
The BBC News website is being redesigned. Social media considerations take priority on the new portal, which will be rolled out by March 2010.
Posted - 29th September 2009 in Design
A new tool enables designers to explore a virtual representation of their models. Using avatars, Archi-Me lets users reshape 3D designs in the first person.
Posted - 26th September 2009 in Design
More localised information has been added to Google Maps. Following a major redesign, the application offers a one-stop information portal for cities, businesses and attractions.
Posted - 23rd September 2009 in Design
Yahoo has been given a design makeover. The revamped search engine boasts quicker page loads and new features in the left-hand column.
Posted - 18th September 2009 in Design
Google is introducing a real-time marketplace for buying and selling display ads. The DoubleClick Ad Exchange could boost demand for well-designed content.
Posted - 7th September 2009 in Design
Online video designers should take heed of Lady Gaga, it has been claimed. The music star reportedly designs shows with YouTube in mind.
Posted - 1st September 2009 in Design
Opera 10 is targeting customers with poor wi-fi connections. The inbuilt compression tool Opera Turbo apparently enhances page loading by eight times.
Posted - 14th August 2009 in Design
Microsoft has announced it will continue to support Internet Explorer 6 until 2014. This may disappoint designers who want a forced upgrade to version eight.
Posted - 3rd August 2009 in Design
Google has introduced its revamped image search software. This facility aims to make searching for images, much faster.
by Louise Lyne
Posted - 23rd July 2009 in Design
Yahoo introduces new website design and announces the purchase of XoopIt, a photo organisation tool for email
by Tom Mason
Posted - 21st July 2009 in Design
Google lets users explore the Moon in Google Earth application for 40th anniversary
by Tom Mason
Posted - 3rd July 2009 in Design
Google and Bing have altered their page design to accommodate a series of new functions. The results pages for both websites have been changed.
by Tom Mason
Posted - 9th June 2009 in Design
Nike is looking to strengthen its grasp on digital marketing in the UK and Ireland after the appointment of Gino Fisanotti. He takes over from Simon Pestridge, who spearheaded mobile customisation program NikePhotoiD.
Posted - 3rd June 2009 in Design
Adobe has rebranded one of its products as part of a trio of beta releases. The Flash-based products look to make application design easier for both web developers and designers.
Posted - 27th May 2009 in Design
Eminem's website, which celebrates the launch of his number one album Relapse, features an innovative competition for fans. They can use augmented reality to create their own version of the famous 'E' logo for impressive prizes.
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