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5 Big Name iOS Apps That Break Sensible Design Rules

Not every iOS app plays by the rules, and some don’t have your best interests in mind. There are a lot of great apps for your devices, but we are looking at those you should avoid altogether. These are not fly-by-night privacy nightmares, you still want to keep an eye out for those. These are popular… read more »

How to Design Your Own Perfect Day for Productivity

Sometimes we are so relieved to make it through the work day effectively that we avoid thinking about tomorrow. But with a little planning, handy productivity tools, and a clear picture, every day can begin productively without a lot of effort. Here are some things that you can do to start your work day right…. read more »

From Writing to Game Design: 5 Complete Creative Classes on Udemy

Here’s a sure recipe for getting out of bed in the morning: become a creative. Just the urge to create something new will put your brain on overdrive and make you attack the beeping clock. Of course, turning into a creative has other non-career benefits too. It can even ease your journey into old age and… read more »

How to Enable Chrome’s New Material Design Theme

Material Design, first introduced as a guiding theme for Android 5.0 Lollipop, is now making its way into other Google products and websites. You’ve probably noticed the flat theme of Google+ and even Google’s settings pages (along with plenty of third-party Android apps), but now this new look is coming to Google Chrome. Because of… read more »

How Much Does Color Matter in Design? More Than You Think

When it comes to designing anything — from a logo to a website — color is incredibly important. Such a seemingly simple thing like the color of a logo can determine whether someone bothers to take a second look at a logo, even if they don’t realize they’re doing it. Check out the cool infographic… read more »

Pay What You Want: Mobile-First Code and Design Courses

While new apps cannot be guaranteed the same success enjoyed by Snapchat and Whatsapp, anyone can learn to build a popular app. There is plenty to learn for newcomers, but the Mobile-First Developer’s Bundle at MakeUseOf Deals provides a complete education in code and design. The bundle includes ten high-quality video courses, and you can… read more »

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