This episode covers the rise of Authentic Experience (AuX) and how emotional design is becoming a key product differentiator. It also explores why Instagram's ad breaks feel worse than regular ads. Community highlights include discussions on mobile-first web design checklists, form field accessibility, and replacing paid subscriptions with free browser utilities. Plus, details on UX Camp Winter happening February 21st.
In This Episode
The emerging concept of Authentic Experience (AuX) and designing intelligence over interfaces
Emotional design and why feelings are becoming key features in UX
Why Instagram's ad breaks feel worse than regular ads
Community discussions on mobile-first design, form field accessibility, and productivity tools
Articles Mentioned
"The dawn of Authentic Experience (AuX)" by Darren Yeo (UX Design.cc)
"Feelings are the new features" by Vadym Grin (UX Design.cc)
"Why Instagram's ad breaks feel worse than ads" by Fabrizia Ausiello (UX Design.cc)
Also mentioned: New pieces from Nielsen Norman Group, CSS-Tricks, and UX Planet
Community Discussions
r/Design - Building a vector graphics viewer for mobile
