Tooling

Learn how to seamlessly blend images in Photoshop with this tutorial from Unmesh Dinda from PiXimperfect, including tips for color matching, shadows, and lighting. via Digital Synopsis

This issue of Cool Tools recommends a Google Maps feature, downloading Facebook data, a tablet stand, motion-sensing light bulbs, and more.

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Jason Kottke explores the accuracy of IBM Watson's Personality Insights Demo using his Twitter feed and Trump's 2018 State of the Union address. via kottke.org.

Adidas created personalized videos for over 30,000 runners in the 2018 Boston Marathon. The videos were delivered within 24 hours of the race using footage captured by cameras along the course.

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The Wall Street Journal analyzed how much data tech companies collect during a typical pizza and movie night at home. via The source of this content is The Wall Street Journal.

An Italian graphic designer remade famous logos, replacing the brand names with the name of the font used. via Adweek.

Gary Hustwit's upcoming documentary will explore Rams' design philosophy and process, as well as his conflicted feelings about his legacy. via kottke.org

RSS readers are discussed as a way to control the content you see and avoid algorithmic filtering, highlighting popular options like Feedly and The Old Reader. via WIRED

Fast Company provides tips on how to get hired at 23andMe, which plans to hire 200 people in 2018. via Fast Company.

Download and understand the data Facebook keeps on you, from profile information to ad categories, with this guide from WIRED. via WIRED

Adweek reporters test out Nielsen's eye-tracking technology at SXSW to learn more about consumer engagement. via @Adweek