This Cool Tools Recomendo reviews a graphic novel, Edison-style LED bulbs, a trope wiki, and more. via Cool Tools.
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Pinterest is rolling out new commerce features, including a Shopping List that displays real-time pricing and shipping, to attract DTC brands. via Modern Retail.
Baymard Institute's new research study identifies over 1,370 usability issues from user testing of DTC websites and offers 413 design guidelines to improve user experience. via The source of this content is the Baymard Institute website.

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This Cool Tools page features reader-submitted product recommendations, including reviews of an Aesthetics Wiki, RXBar protein bars, and the 8th generation iPad. via Cool Tools.
Smashing Magazine's Complete Guide to HTML email covers building accessible and engaging emails, from frameworks and templates to accessibility and dark mode. via Smashing Magazine
Amazon is speedily building out its delivery network with hundreds of smaller, local delivery hubs in repurposed spaces. via The Information.
Spotify acquired the sports-focused social audio app Locker Room and its potential threat to Clubhouse is discussed. via Stratechery.
“The Kilobyte’s Gambit” is a chess game written in only 1024 bytes of JavaScript. The creator also has a number of other games listed on their site.
The "Climate Crisis" typeface was designed by Helsingin Sanomat to visualize the decrease in Arctic sea ice from 1979 to 2050. via kottke.org

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