Clicks: Too Much Gobbledygook, Not Enough Simplicity

Just Say No To Visual Gobbledygook
Even some in this industry use this. I can’t agree more. You know who you are!
Article

The Google Story
Cool animated history of Google.
Video 2:10

Complex Language Weakening Brands
In the same vein as my thoughts on defining the industry we live in. Specific vernacular that lends directly to the main point is so much more effective.
Article

Cool Typography T-Shirts
I’m a fair weather font fan, so one or two of these may be in my closet by month’s end.
Blog

iPhones + Books = education & fun for kids
Yet another way the iPhone is less a phone and more a true engagement device. Very cool.
Video 1:52

Michael Anderson’s Resume In Infographics
If you could create your CV/Resume based on what you do AND who you are, this is what it would look like if you were a graphic designer.

Follow London’s Big Ben Clock on Twitter
I laughed too.

Why Digital Signage Content Must Lean Toward Simplicity
Spot on.
Article

Lego’s “Digital Box”, an Augmented Reality Kiosk
A very solid piece on the potential AND challenges of implementing augmented reality. Bottom line: This is very cool technology, but once we get past the “bright and shiny object” phase of fascination, this will have to support the business model. We’re not quite there yet. Some early adopters will need to move the industry forward.
Blog article and video

Oli Lemieux training for Cirque du Soleil
Trampoline + Wall = Wow.
Video 3:00, but the first 1:00 is all you need to see.