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Technology is speeding ahead at a breakneck pace, but have we lost something important along the way?
In a beautifully designed and thought-provoking post, “Our Interfaces Have Lost Their Senses,” Amelia Wattenberger dives into how digital interfaces have evolved—and not necessarily for the better.
This isn’t your typical blog post; it’s an interactive experience in itself. As you scroll through the article, Amelia doesn’t just talk about the problem—she shows you. The design is slick, smooth, and responsive, letting you feel firsthand how much we’ve lost when interfaces were reduced to sterile, flat designs.
It’s almost like the page itself is reminding you what we’ve sacrificed in the pursuit of simplicity.
Remember the days when interacting with tech felt… real? You could feel the click of a button, the tactile feedback from switches, and even the sound of a dial turning.
Now, with touchscreens and voice assistants, all of that physical connection has disappeared. Sure, interfaces look sleek, but where’s the fun? Where’s the humanity in those interactions?
Amelia’s article makes a call for a return to sensory-rich interfaces that engage us on more than just a visual level. It’s time for tech to feel alive again—whether that’s through sound, touch, or even motion.
Imagine a world where interfaces respond to your actions in meaningful ways, creating a sense of immersion rather than just functionality.
And here’s the kicker: the article itself is a perfect example of what Amelia is advocating for. The interactive design pulls you in and makes you reflect on how technology could be better.
It’s not just a lesson in interface design—it’s a reminder of what we’ve lost and how we can get it back.
So, here’s the challenge: let’s stop settling for flat, lifeless interfaces. Let’s design technology that feels as good as it works.
Go read it, feel it, and let’s bring back the senses to our screens. Check out Amelia’s beautiful post here
