In computer science, adaptive system refers to a process in which an interactive system adapts its behavior to individual users based on information acquired about its user(s), the context of use, and its environment. Although adaptive systems have been long-discussed …
The accelerometer embedded in our smart devices is typically used to align the screen depending on the orientation of the device, i.e. when switching between portrait and landscape modes. This capability provides great opportunities to create better user experiences because …
Pipl is a search engine designed to locate people across the web. Type in a name and location and Pipl will source all the available online information in relation to this name. The Pipl search engine will aggregate the information …
To create applications and systems that are easy to use, it is crucial to understand the user and the context in which the app will be used. Understanding the context helps design systems that anticipate use cases at a relevant …
Content first, a Windows 8 philosophy for interaction design. I recently attended a conference about the upcoming Windows 8 user interface from a UX perspective. The meeting held at the Microsoft’s headquarters is part of the company’s effort to accelerate …
I was recently fortunate to work on interactive storybooks for preschoolers and toddlers (ages 2–5) for the iPad and Android tablet platforms. Designing for young kids requires looking at things from a child’s perspective. I learned some important lessons by …