Design
Multitouch—The Human GUI?
Multitouch may be next GUI—is there a doubt? For decades we’ve used the mouse, but as GUI technology improves we’ll find more limitations in a mouse-based system. Clayton Miller’s 2009 project called 10/GUI demonstrates the potential of multitouch. According to Miller, “the industry is now at a crossroads.”
Musicians, Brands, Endorsements, and Partnerships (Part 2)
The internet has leveled the playing field. It has proven that content is king, and that those who work hard at delivering content can build a following. Artists have channels with live streaming video content and direct connection with their fans through mobile applications. The same opportunities exist for everyone, and they’re almost all free. You may think that endorsements and partnerships are only for megastars—but I don’t.
Paramore | Music Site of The Month
Music Site of The Month is a new series where we spotlight an awesome music website based on its interactive content, fan engagement, and overall design. This month the spotlight is on Paramore. Paramore.net is more than a website—it is a community and social network for Paramore fans. We need to see more music sites like this.
Huge Party to Celebrate the Opening of The Fabulous Sim at Metaverse Island
Metaverse TV (MBC) is opening its beautiful sim at Metverse Island on October 3rd and you are all invited. Events start at 3pm SLT and carry on right through until 8.30pm SLT with SpaceJunky coming on stage at 7.30pm SLT for their concert and pyrotechnics show that includes giveaways during the performance.
SpaceJunky Island Opens with a New Look
Event: On 9/18 SpaceJunky will have a big celebration at Planet 7 on SpaceJunky Island. The whole sim has been redesigned as a beautiful floating crystal city and SpaceJunky will perfom a concert at the main stage at 7pm. There will be other events that night too, and special freebies from the stores—including fashion designs exclusive to the island.
Airport Venue: Entertainment Transportation
Entertainment and transportation will likely mesh in the future. Transportation—our movement from one location to another—has always had a massive influence on our culture, lifestyle, and architecture. We ride. We fly. We travel. We move.
