449: Google Pixel 7 Event

449: Google Pixel 7 Event

Author: Brian Lovin, Marshall Bock October 18, 2022 Duration: 36:54

This week, we recap Google's Pixel 7 Event and dig into our favorite design details of the new Pixel phone, tablet, and watch.

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Main Topic:

This week, we recap Google's Pixel 7 Event and dig into our favorite design details on the new phone, tablet, and watch.

Cool Things:

  • Brian shared Overwatch 2, the newest...iteration...of the original Overwatch. It's good? We'll see.
  • Marshall shared Background Sounds on iOS — helpful for anyone like us with tinnitus!

Design Details on the Web:

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Every week, Brian Lovin and Marshall Bock settle in for a thoughtful, often meandering chat that pulls back the curtain on how things are made. Their Design Details podcast lives in the rich space where technology and the arts intersect, focusing less on polished case studies and more on the real, sometimes messy, work of design. You’ll hear them dissect the nuances of product decisions, debate the evolving culture of creative teams, and share personal stories from their own experiences in the industry. It feels less like a lecture and more like eavesdropping on a conversation between two deeply knowledgeable friends. The discussions regularly venture into the philosophical side of craft, examining why certain choices resonate and how design shapes our daily interactions with the world. For anyone curious about the thinking behind the pixels and interfaces, this show offers a consistent, grounded perspective. Tuning in provides a sense of community and a candid look at the process, making it a staple for designers and creators who appreciate substance over flash.
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