From frictionless to meaningful
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Dezain Radar summary
This exploration challenges the industry standard of seamless usability, suggesting that total frictionlessness leads to forgettable interactions. It argues that intentional resistance in design can foster deeper user reflection and create more lasting, meaningful memories with a product.
Why this matters
As AI automates away many routine tasks, designers must learn how to re-introduce intentional 'useful friction' to ensure users remain engaged, mindful, and connected to the experience.
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