10 free tools for creating infographics | Creative Bloq


For all the importance we place on text, its an indisputable fact that images are processed in the brain faster than words. Hence the rise and rise of the infographic which, at its best, transforms complex information into graphics that are both easy to grasp and visually appealing. The only problem is, infographics that look like they were simple to make are often anything but. Creating something beautiful and instantly understandable in Photoshop is often beyond the limits that time allows. Which is why its occasionally useful to use a quick and dirty infographics tool to speed up the process. We’ve selected our favourites here. They’re all free, or offer free versions.

READ: 10 free tools for creating infographics | Infographic | Creative Bloq.

MIT Develops a Phone Screen That Corrects Poor Vision | WIRED


Researchers from MIT and the University of California, Berkeley have created a prototype for a new display technology that can automatically correct for vision defects. Think of it as glasses for your iPad. Or your phone, or your car dashboard or any number of screen-based devices you have in your life. The point being, someday in the not too distant future you won’t need to wear glasses anymore to do certain tasks.

READ MORE: MIT Develops a Phone Screen That Corrects Poor Vision | Design | WIRED.

A Short History of Photographic Camera [Infographic] | Visual.ly


A Short History of Photographic Camera | Visual.ly

A Short History of Photographic Camera | Visual.ly

24 Of Designs Most Important Principles, Animated | Co.Design



Although not anyone can be a designer, everyone who wants to can learn the elements of visual design: contrast, transparency, hierarchy, randomness, and so on. In fact, it doesnt even take all that long. Just watch this 50-second video. Animated by Toronto-based art director and motion designer Matt Greenwood, this video walks you through 24 of the most important visual design principles, ranging from rhythm to texture to color. It wont teach you everything you need to know to be a designer, but its a good start.

via 24 Of Designs Most Important Principles, Animated | Co.Design | business + design

Display Technology Makes Reading Glasses Unnecessary | MIT Technology Review


Researchers are developing technology that can adjust an image on a display so you can see it clearly without corrective lenses. READ: Display Technology Makes Reading Glasses Unnecessary | MIT Technology Review.

Why Are Infographics So Popular? [Infographic] | Marketing Technology Blog


According to Graphs.net, research shows that the search volume for Infographics has increased by a whopping 800% between 2010 and 2012. Wow! At the same time, there’s been an explosion of popularity with visual content – from technologies like Postano to platforms like Pinterest. Visual mediums aren’t going anywhere… I believe their popularity will continue to grow over the next few years.

via Why Are Infographics So Popular? [Infographic] | Marketing Technology Blog

Why are infographics so popular?

Visual & UX Design Trends for 2013 | AWWWards

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Visual & UX Design Trends for 2013

14 Pinterest Doppelgängers for Visual Inspiration | Mashable


14 Pinterest Doppelgängers for Visual Inspiration | Mashable

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