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#social-media
fromNature
3 days ago
Mental health

Is social media addictive? Why a formal diagnosis is still out of reach

Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago

The anonymous social app that thinks it can work in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

Fizz is expanding globally, successfully launching in Saudi Arabia and aiming to become a generational social product beyond college campuses.
Typography
fromBustle
2 days ago

Your Instagram Story Text Is Too Damn Small

Social media users are increasingly using smaller text, creating a barrier that allows for more vulnerability in their posts.
Mental health
fromNature
3 days ago

Is social media addictive? Why a formal diagnosis is still out of reach

A California trial awarded $6 million for social media addiction harm, but researchers question the validity of labeling social media use as addiction.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
#usability
UX design
fromSlate Magazine
54 minutes ago

It's a Design Principle That Has Transformed the World and Even Saved Lives. It's Gone Way Too Far.

Usability, once seen as the cornerstone of design, is now questioned for its limitations in addressing deeper user experience issues.
UX design
fromSlate Magazine
54 minutes ago

It's a Design Principle That Has Transformed the World and Even Saved Lives. It's Gone Way Too Far.

Usability, once seen as the cornerstone of design, is now questioned for its limitations in addressing deeper user experience issues.
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

Human-Centred Design has grown up. It's time we did too.

Technology must prioritize human needs over user convenience to avoid harm.
Mobile UX
fromTECHBOOK
3 hours ago

Ads on Honor Phones-Soon in Europe?!

Honor smartphones may soon feature ads in pre-installed apps, expanding from the Middle East to Europe.
#surf
Digital life
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The web can still be wonderful, and Flipboard's Surf proves it

Surf is a new discovery engine that curates content from various platforms, offering a refreshing way to engage with the internet.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Flipboard just launched Surf, its new social app and feed reader

Surf combines features of Bluesky, Mastodon, and RSS into a unique platform for content consumption and social interaction.
Digital life
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The web can still be wonderful, and Flipboard's Surf proves it

Surf is a new discovery engine that curates content from various platforms, offering a refreshing way to engage with the internet.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Flipboard just launched Surf, its new social app and feed reader

Surf combines features of Bluesky, Mastodon, and RSS into a unique platform for content consumption and social interaction.
Productivity
fromTechCrunch
18 hours ago

Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier | TechCrunch

iPads have evolved into versatile productivity tools with numerous apps available to enhance organization and focus.
Online Community Development
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Human connection is an urgent business investment in the AI era

Digital convenience has led to increased loneliness and anxiety, highlighting the need for human connection in both personal and professional realms.
Relationships
fromBustle
20 hours ago

Is ChatGPT Ruining Your Friendships?

Sophia's friendship with Jen has become surface-level due to differing views on AI usage, particularly ChatGPT.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 days ago

Microlearning Solutions For Mobile: How L&D Leaders Build Engaging, In-The-Flow-Of-Work Learning

Mobile microlearning solutions effectively address time scarcity and fragmented attention, providing quick, accessible training for modern employees.
Data science
fromMedium
1 day ago

Context matters... A lot

Large language models excel at tasks but struggle with context, leading to potentially misleading answers despite their capabilities.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

A new dating app, Sonder, has a deliberately annoying sign-up process (and it's working) | TechCrunch

Sonder aims to revolutionize dating apps by creating a more authentic and engaging user experience through unstructured profiles and unique in-person events.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Clipper contractor gives itself May 30 deadline to fix app issues for frustrated riders

"I think not detecting the card was the biggest issue. You couldn't get into the account to add money. I had to have them open the gate and let me in."
San Francisco
#ai
Marketing
fromForbes
3 days ago

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

The entertainment industry is shifting power to creators, with traditional advertising losing relevance as the creator economy rapidly expands.
#whatsapp
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Games
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

AI-Powered Mystery Match Night "Someone in the Crowd" (SF)

An AI-powered matchmaking event focuses on creating real connections through intentional pairings and engaging activities.
Media industry
fromAndroid Police
4 days ago

A fast-growing trend is having a big impact on Android entertainment apps

Short Drama apps are transforming the entertainment app market, with increased ad revenue and a shift towards ad-supported models.
Renovation
fromwww.architectsjournal.co.uk
3 days ago

Practices launch architects on your doorstep' mobile AI advertising drive

The Architects on your Doorstep project uses AI to generate home makeover ideas, helping architects engage with the public and drum up business.
Apple
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Everything is iPhone now

The iPhone revolutionized technology by transforming limitations into opportunities, focusing on perfecting key features despite initial constraints.
Business intelligence
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Integrating Technology With Customer Service: Preserving The Human Element - Above the Law

Balancing automation with human connection is essential for exceptional client experiences in legal help desks.
DevOps
fromInfoQ
3 days ago

Pinterest Deploys Production-Scale Model Context Protocol Ecosystem for AI Agent Workflows

Pinterest has developed an internal Model Context Protocol ecosystem to enhance AI automation in engineering tasks and integrate various tools securely.
Tech industry
fromFortune
3 days ago

Do creators still need Adobe in the AI era? | Fortune

Adobe must adapt to AI rapidly while maintaining trust with enterprise customers reliant on its software.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Caller ID app Truecaller hits 500 million monthly users | TechCrunch

Truecaller has reached 500 million monthly active users, highlighting the growing need for spam and scam protection in communication.
Graphic design
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

How Small Businesses Can Use Dynamic QR Codes to Cut Marketing Costs

Dynamic QR codes allow small businesses to update marketing links without reprinting materials, saving costs and increasing flexibility.
Wearables
fromMakeUseOf
4 days ago

Your phone's Bluetooth is broadcasting more than you think - here's how to limit it

Bluetooth remains active and broadcasts data even when not connected, potentially allowing for tracking without user consent.
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
4 days ago

Google Business Profiles May Call, Text or WhatsApp To Confirm Business Details

To confirm your business details and keep your profile updated, Google may occasionally reach out using automated messages via call, text, or WhatsApp to the verified phone number on your Business Profile.
Deliverability
Retirement
fromFortune
4 days ago

Most Americans would rather ditch social media than their beloved banking apps, Wells Fargo survey says | Fortune

Americans are increasingly rethinking their finances, with many delaying spending and seeking control over their financial decisions.
#linkedin
Online marketing
fromNeil Patel
4 days ago

How to Boost a Post on LinkedIn: Tips for Better Reach

Boost successful LinkedIn posts with social proof to enhance visibility and engagement, rather than attempting to fix weak content with paid spend.
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 days ago
Social media marketing

Report shows document posts on LinkedIn see more engagement

Native document posts on LinkedIn generate the highest engagement, surpassing image and video content.
Online marketing
fromNeil Patel
4 days ago

How to Boost a Post on LinkedIn: Tips for Better Reach

Boost successful LinkedIn posts with social proof to enhance visibility and engagement, rather than attempting to fix weak content with paid spend.
Education
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The anti-boredom tech tool kit for meetings and classes

Engaging participants in meetings or teaching can be challenging, but tools like Padlet can enhance collaboration and participation.
#technology
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

The real technology problem isn't screen time. It's that your phone learned your emotional patterns faster than any person in your life ever did, and now it meets needs that no human relationship has been given the chance to meet. - Silicon Canals

Phones have become the most emotionally attuned presence in people's lives, affecting their relationships with others.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

The real technology problem isn't screen time. It's that your phone learned your emotional patterns faster than any person in your life ever did, and now it meets needs that no human relationship has been given the chance to meet. - Silicon Canals

Phones have become the most emotionally attuned presence in people's lives, affecting their relationships with others.
Artificial intelligence
fromTearsheet
2 days ago

What a bank-client relationship looks like when banks control the data behind the UX - Tearsheet

Grasshopper's Model Context Protocol enables secure AI integration with banking data while maintaining client control and data security.
Media industry
fromTheWrap
2 days ago

Consumers' Time Spent With AI Platforms, Content to Increase 29% by 2029, Survey Finds

Consumers are preparing for increased AI content consumption, expecting to spend significantly more time on AI platforms in the coming years.
#apple
Apple
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

Next iPhone Update Features Released-Users Notice 'Ludicrous' Change

Apple is introducing advertisements in Apple Maps with the iOS 26.5 beta, a move criticized by users for potentially impacting search results.
fromGotechtor
4 days ago
Apple

Apple Released iOS 26.5 Beta 1, But One Major Decision Could Frustrate Millions of iPhone Users - Gotechtor

Apple
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

Next iPhone Update Features Released-Users Notice 'Ludicrous' Change

Apple is introducing advertisements in Apple Maps with the iOS 26.5 beta, a move criticized by users for potentially impacting search results.
Apple
fromGotechtor
4 days ago

Apple Released iOS 26.5 Beta 1, But One Major Decision Could Frustrate Millions of iPhone Users - Gotechtor

Apple is opening its ecosystem while balancing monetization and privacy in iOS 26.5.
#tiktok
Games
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Social media marketing
fromTheWrap
4 days ago

TikTok Creators Will Be Able to Send Cameos to Fans Without Leaving the App

TikTok creators can now offer personalized Cameo videos directly within the app, enhancing fan engagement and monetization opportunities.
Games
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Social media marketing
fromTheWrap
4 days ago

TikTok Creators Will Be Able to Send Cameos to Fans Without Leaving the App

TikTok creators can now offer personalized Cameo videos directly within the app, enhancing fan engagement and monetization opportunities.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

A new RCS update could connect iPhone and Android video calls, someday

Interoperable video calls between iPhone and Android users may become possible with the RCS Universal Profile 4.0 standard.
Marketing tech
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
4 days ago

Flipsnack's Living Visuals signals the shift to immersive AI-driven content

Interactive content generates higher engagement than static formats, transforming digital content production expectations in commerce and B2B environments.
Online Community Development
fromThe Globe and Mail
4 days ago

Cuentas, Inc. Launches World Mobile Media Group, a Next-Generation Decentralized Media Platform Integrating Content, Connectivity, and Creator Ownership

WMMG launches a decentralized media platform that empowers creators and enhances audience engagement through direct monetization and community involvement.
Marketing
fromForbes
5 days ago

Why Understanding Moments Matters More Than Reach

Marketers should focus on connecting brands to cultural moments rather than just measuring reach and impressions.
fromMedium
5 days ago

The long and short of telephone progress

In 1952, Japanese technologist Masaru Ibuka learned that Western Electric was releasing its transistor patents to the public for $25,000, a significant investment for his struggling firm. This opportunity would allow access to essential patent portfolios and technical information, crucial for innovation in electronics.
Intellectual property law
Relationships
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

How AI is infiltrating the dating world, from crafting flirty messages to matchmaking | CBC News

AI is transforming online dating, creating challenges in authenticity and connection for users.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Flipboard's new 'social websites' help publishers and creators tap into the open social web | TechCrunch

Flipboard launched social websites, enabling creators to consolidate content and build communities around their work on decentralized platforms.
Typography
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Android keyboard ditches keys, predicts what you mean

TapType is an invisible Android keyboard designed for users who cannot see the screen, developed by Aaron Hewitt, who is blind.
UX design
fromMedium
3 days ago

Designers finally have a say in the product they design.

AI empowers designers by restoring their decision-making authority in the design process.
Marketing tech
fromTNW | Launch
5 days ago

Bluesky's new Attie app uses AI to give you full control over your social feed

Attie is a new app that allows users to create personalized social feeds using plain language, built on the AT Protocol.
Online Community Development
fromTNW | Apps
1 week ago

A new app wants to cure loneliness by getting people off their phones and into the same room

Friending is a social platform designed to help people make friends through in-person meetings, addressing loneliness as a public health issue.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | The all-new MTA app launches today | amNewYork

With just a single tap, subway and bus customers now have access to real-time arrivals at the stops closest to them, along with live positioning of the nearest trains and buses, clearer station layouts, and better transfer information.
Mobile UX
UX design
fromMedium
3 days ago

Agentic AI, Design Systems & Figma: A Practical Guide.

Designers now have unprecedented creative control over components in design systems, enabling machines to utilize existing designs effectively.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Apple seeds first iOS 26.5 beta to developers

Apple has released the first developer beta of iOS 26.5 with minor changes and bug fixes, alongside updates for other operating systems.
#mobile-marketing
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
6 days ago

From football to fashion: How smartphones embrace consumers

AI and fashion collaborations are reshaping mobile marketing strategies, enabling brands to engage consumers through lifestyle rather than just technology.
fromThedrum
6 days ago
Marketing tech

How agencies can support Quick Service Restaurants with mobile marketing

Mobile marketing has evolved significantly due to Covid and iOS privacy changes, impacting how brands engage consumers and measure campaign performance.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
6 days ago

From football to fashion: How smartphones embrace consumers

AI and fashion collaborations are reshaping mobile marketing strategies, enabling brands to engage consumers through lifestyle rather than just technology.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
6 days ago

How agencies can support Quick Service Restaurants with mobile marketing

Mobile marketing has evolved significantly due to Covid and iOS privacy changes, impacting how brands engage consumers and measure campaign performance.
#instagram
Social media marketing
fromBGR
2 days ago

Instagram Finally Found A Premium Feature You Might Want - And It's A Little Creepy - BGR

Instagram is a major revenue source for Meta, generating $71 billion by 2025, and is testing a subscription service with new features.
Social media marketing
fromBGR
2 days ago

Instagram Finally Found A Premium Feature You Might Want - And It's A Little Creepy - BGR

Instagram is a major revenue source for Meta, generating $71 billion by 2025, and is testing a subscription service with new features.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

3 Ways to Assign Social Meaning in the Digital Age

Belonging is essential for fulfillment, especially in challenging times, yet the digital age complicates genuine connections.
fromMacRumors
4 days ago

Apple Lays Groundwork for Ads in Maps With iOS 26.5

"Maps may show local ads based on your approximate location, current search terms, or view of the map while you search."
Apple
UX design
fromMedium
5 days ago

The ground is shaking: Why designers must flip the script on AI

AI tools extend cognitive capabilities but lack physical understanding, creating a disconnect in design processes.
fromYcombinator
1 week ago

Show HN: Codala, a social network built on scanning barcodes | Hacker News

Codala allows users to scan QR codes or barcodes to access a chat space for discussing and reviewing specific products or places, aiming to enhance user interaction.
UX design
fromMedium
5 days ago

Design engineers, UX Design's demise, forget your "lovable" products

Design Engineering merges visual design and front-end development, focusing on the intersection of design decisions and technical implementation.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

Friendship-focused apps have emerged as a solution to rising loneliness, generating $16 million in U.S. consumer spending with 4.3 million downloads in 2025.
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

AT&T Launches AI-Powered App for Millions of Customers - TechRepublic

AT&T is framing the launch as a broader overhaul of its digital customer experience, not just a visual refresh. In its announcement, the company said the app was built around customer demand for "simplicity, speed, and control," and introduced a GenAI assistant for shopping and support.
Mobile UX
Social media marketing
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Instagram testing subscription that allows users to watch stories anonymously

Meta is launching Instagram Plus, a premium subscription service allowing anonymous Story views and rewatch counts, currently available in select countries.
Digital life
fromTheSavvyGamer
2 weeks ago

10 Things the Internet Made Better & 10 It Made So Much Worse - TheSavvyGamer

The internet fundamentally transformed modern life by enabling global connectivity and information access, while simultaneously creating significant new problems that warrant honest evaluation.
#meta-platforms
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
4 days ago

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
5 days ago

In-Depth Analysis: Meta Platforms Versus Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta Platforms is the largest social media company, showing strong financial performance but mixed valuation metrics compared to industry peers.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
4 days ago

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
5 days ago

In-Depth Analysis: Meta Platforms Versus Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta Platforms is the largest social media company, showing strong financial performance but mixed valuation metrics compared to industry peers.
Tech industry
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Meta is now targeting mobile users first with Metaverse

Meta has shifted Horizon Worlds to a mobile-first product while separating it from Quest VR, refocusing VR on third-party content and cutting Reality Labs staff.
Relationships
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The Tea App Is Back With a New Website

Tea relaunched with security upgrades, user verification, and AI features after prior data breaches exposed users' personal information.
Mobile UX
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Why Users Prefer Apps Over Browsers for Daily Digital Tasks

Mobile apps have become the primary interface for daily digital tasks, prioritizing convenience, continuity, and efficiency over the openness of the traditional web.
fromForbes
1 month ago

Mobile Isn't A Channel. It's The Primary Customer Experience

Do you remember when 2007 was dubbed "The year of mobile"? That was when Apple launched the iPhone and firmly established mobile as the secondary channel for online engagement, after the desktop. The company's approach was so revolutionary that, in today's world, the mobile experience has become the primary experience for brand and customer interaction. More people search for products and services on their phones than on any other platform.
Mobile UX
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 month ago

Threads tests simplified DM connection in-stream

Threads is moving to drive more messaging use with a streamlined option to guide users towards messaging in-stream. The new process allows users to type DM me or message me in a post, which will then activate that term as a quick link into the Threads DM flow. Users can still control who can message them in their settings, so this won't open people up to unwanted outreach.
Social media marketing
Mobile UX
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why your smartphone is about to turn you into a vibe coder

Vibe coding lets non-developers generate complex mobile widgets from plain-language prompts, democratizing widget creation and enabling personalized, shareable smartphone experiences.
#threads
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