Amidst a product landscape dominated by junk, we occasionally encounter humble, useful objects where the designer has clearly thought things through. These will never make it into the MoMA, but they aim to improve the lives of everyday people doing everyday things.
Klhip rethinks the ergonomics of the nail clipper.
Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Joystick for players with limited mobility.
GE’s Access Kit, which lets you easily retrofit appliances for use by the blind.
Peak Design’s Tech Pouch is an organizing bag with better UX.
Lastly, one example of what not to do. This freezer control dial is just terrible UI design:
