Generative UI is quietly changing how digital products work — and Google Labs’ experimental browser Disco is a perfect example of that shift.
Not what buttons look like.
But how interfaces are created in the first place.
In this episode of Future of UX, I explore what happens when interfaces are no longer fixed screens, but generated on the fly based on user intent, context, and goals.
Using Disco and its GenTabs feature as a lens, we talk about:
This is not a tool review or a hype episode.
It’s a UX-first perspective on what Generative UI signals for designers, product teams, and anyone shaping digital experiences.
If you work in UX, product, or design strategy, this episode will help you understand what’s actually changing and why it matters.
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In this episode of Future of UX, Patricia breaks down the most important tech and AI shifts of 2025 — the trends that fundamentally changed how we design, build, research, and work. If you missed anything this year or simply want the essential takeaways, this episode is your shortcut.
From AI Agents and deepfake-proof UX to vibe-coding, AI-native browsers, research automation, and the rise of general-purpose robots — here are the big transformations shaping the future of design.
Why 2025 was the year AI Agents became real — not as chatbots, but as autonomous coworkers running full workflows.
• How MCP unlocked the agent ecosystem
• Vibe coding and intent-driven development
• The shift from execution to oversight in human roles
Visual trust collapsed — and UX became responsible for rebuilding it.
• Why humans can’t detect deepfakes anymore
• What actually worked: C2PA, identity checks, and UI “micro-literacy”
• Designing interfaces that communicate authenticity and uncertainty
How tools like Lovable, Replit, and AI builders changed who gets to create.
• From pixel pushing to strategic direction
• Conversational creation flows
• What this means for designers and innovators
AI automated more than ever — but made human oversight more important.
• Where full autonomy worked
• Where humans stayed essential
• Why the future depends on intentional human-in-the-loop design
Research and analysis were transformed by automated synthesis.
• Superagency: managing research instead of doing it manually
• The new trust problem in fast research
• Data provenance, model transparency, and expert validation
Browsers became intelligence layers instead of navigation tools.
• Context-aware, predictive UX
• Browsers that act, not just display
• How this changes product and interaction design
Why general-purpose robots finally left the lab in 2025.
• Embodied AI
• Real-world perception
• Language-driven task execution
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In this episode, we explore one of the biggest shifts happening in the world of work right now: the rise of people–agent–robot partnerships.
I break down insights from McKinsey’s new report Agents, Robots, and Us and explain what this means for UX designers, product teams, and anyone working in digital experiences.
We talk about:
• how work is changing toward human + AI + robot collaboration
• why most skills won’t disappear, but evolve
• why AI fluency is becoming essential for designers
• the seven new job archetypes shaping future workflows
• real examples of people–agent–robot systems
• and why UX will play a central role in orchestrating these experiences
If you're curious about how to work with AI in a practical, meaningful way, this episode gives you a simple and friendly overview of what’s coming next.
Mentioned:
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• Neo robot
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In this episode of Future of UX, we explore the real economics behind today’s AI tools.
Why are some tools stable while others quietly burn money?
What does OpenAI’s IPO tell us about where the industry is heading?
And what should designers expect in the next 1–3 years?
A clear, easy-to-understand breakdown for anyone designing in an AI-driven world.
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Design roles are shifting fast and AI is speeding things up. In this episode of Future of UX, we dig into what’s really changing in the UX world, which roles are emerging, and how you can stay ahead in a landscape shaped by automation, agents, and AI tools.
You’ll hear:
Why roles like Interaction Designer aren’t disappearing but evolving
What new job titles like “AI UX Designer” or “Design Ops” actually mean
The skills that make designers future-proof (and which ones won’t matter as much)
What hiring managers really want now
Plus: a real story of one of our bootcamp participants who landed her dream AI design job after sharing a case study on LinkedIn
This episode is packed with clarity, energy, and practical advice whether you're just starting out or looking to reinvent your UX role for the future.
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AI Agents are reshaping how we interact with technology — from simple assistants to fully autonomous systems that think and act on their own.
In this episode, Patricia breaks down what AI agents really are, how they differ from chatbots, what goes into building them, and why designers should start experimenting now.
Whether you’re new to the concept or already knee-deep in agentic design, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of how these systems work and how to design for them.
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This episode mixes a few personal updates — balancing work, creativity, and life — with the top three AI trends every designer should know about this season:
You’ll walk away with fresh insights on how these changes are redefining creativity, how to stay ahead as a designer, and why human-centered thinking matters more than ever.
Because the future of UX isn’t about AI replacing us — it’s about designers who know how to think with it.
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In this Halloween special of Future of UX, we explore the disturbing side of digital design where clever UX crosses into manipulation, AI tools launch without proper oversight, and personalization quietly erodes user autonomy.
From real-life cases involving Snapchat’s rogue chatbot to Amazon’s subscription “traps” and a tragic AI-assisted suicide, this episode dives into the UX decisions and AI deployments that turned dark and what designers need to learn from them.
These themes were at the core of powerful conversations in the most recent AI for Designers cohort, which just wrapped last week. If you’re interested in digging deeper into ethical design, human-centered AI, and how to design with integrity — the next cohort starts in January 2026.
Whether you're a UX designer, strategist, or just curious about the future of ethical tech: this is the episode you shouldn’t skip.
In this episode, we cover:
Why dark patterns still dominate — and why they may soon become illegal
What happens when AI tools roll out too fast (with no safety net)
The emotional toll of designing features you don’t believe in
How personalization is creating echo chambers and limiting human curiosity
Why “seamless” UX might be the most dangerous design trend of all
Actionable advice for spotting (and stopping) unethical product decisions
🔗 Sources & Real-World Cases Referenced in the Episode:
FTC sues Amazon for dark patterns in Prime sign-up and cancelation (FTC, June 2023)
Snapchat’s My AI chatbot gave inappropriate advice to a 13-year-old (Washington Post, March 2023)
UnitedHealth sued for using AI with 90% error rate to deny care (Reuters, Nov 2023)
Belgian man dies by suicide after conversations with AI chatbot (Euronews, March 2023)
TikTok’s algorithm creates extremist echo chambers in hours (The Guardian, July 2024)
Meta’s Galactica AI shut down after 3 days due to misinformation (VentureBeat, Nov 2022)
33 U.S. states sue Meta over youth mental health harms (Reuters, Oct 2023)
EU Digital Services Act bans dark patterns across digital platforms (Schönherr EU Law, Feb 2025)
California CPRA makes dark patterns illegal in data privacy contexts (AdExchanger, Aug 2022)
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In this episode of Future of UX, we dive into the next big shift: web browsers that don’t just open websites — they understand, summarise, act. We cover the newly launched ChatGPT Atlas (by OpenAI), and compare it with the bold efforts of Comet (by Perplexity AI) and Dia (by The Browser Company). We break down what each offers, where the UX opportunities and risks are, and what this means for us as UX designers in a world where the browser becomes an assistant, not just a tool. We’ll talk conversational interfaces, agentic workflows, trust and privacy, and how your design approach needs to evolve.
Links you’ll want to check out:
ChatGPT Atlas (by OpenAI): https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-atlas/
Alternative mirror: https://chatgpt.com/atlas/ ChatGPT
Comet (by Perplexity AI): https://www.perplexity.ai/comet/
Blog intro: https://www.perplexity.ai/hub/blog/introducing-comet
Dia (by The Browser Company): https://www.diabrowser.com/ Dia Browser
Beta-launch coverage: https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/11/the-browser-company-launches-ai-first-browser-dia-in-beta/
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What if you could build a working prototype just by describing it?
That’s the idea behind vibe coding a new way of designing where intent replaces execution, and AI handles the details.
In this episode, we explore:
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What happens to UX design when apps disappear or rather, move inside ChatGPT?
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In this episode of Future of UX, Patricia explores OpenAI’s latest update: ChatGPT’s new app ecosystem. With integrations from Canva, Figma, Booking.com, and Etsy, ChatGPT is evolving into more than just a chatbot it’s becoming a platform where the interface is the conversation itself.
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In this episode of Future of UX, we dive into one of the most controversial topics in design right now: synthetic users.
These AI-generated “users” promise fast, cheap, scalable insights — but can they really replace talking to real people? I’ll walk you through:
Whether you’re curious, skeptical, or somewhere in between, this episode will give you the full picture. Spoiler: empathy can’t be simulated.
Interesting resources:
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🔗 Article about Synthetic User by NNNG
🔗 Deep Dive into SyntheticUsers
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Smart glasses are back and this time, they actually look good. In this episode of Future of UX, Patricia Reiners breaks down Meta’s brand-new Ray-Ban Meta Glasses and what they mean for designers, technology, and the future of human-computer interaction.
We’ll explore the UX lessons behind Meta’s “glasses first, tech second” design philosophy, hands-free media capture, and the in-lens display paired with the new neural wristband. You’ll hear where these glasses shine like live captions, translations, and POV video and where they still fall short, from clunky AI assistants to privacy concerns.
If you’re a UX designer, product designer, or curious about wearable AI, this episode will give you insights into why these glasses might be the first step toward a post-smartphone future—and what role design plays in getting us there.
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AI is moving incredibly fast. Every week there is a new tool, a new model, a new headline. For designers it can feel impossible to keep up. But you do not need to know everything. You just need to understand the foundations, the language and the big trends.
In this episode I take you through a clear overview of what really matters in AI right now. We cover the basics of AI, the art of prompting, the rise of AI agents, vibe coding, responsible AI and the key trends for 2025 and beyond.
🔑 Key Learnings
By the end you will know more about AI than 99 percent of people out there and you will be able to join the conversation with confidence.
Prompting Framework:
Here’s a simple framework I use called CLEAR. Easy to remember:
Iteration Framework
framework: RESET.
Framework: RESET.
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AI is changing the way we design fast. Tools are writing copy, generating wireframes and even running research. It is easy to wonder what is left for us as designers.
In this episode I share the three core UX skills that will always matter no matter how powerful AI gets. You will hear personal stories from my own projects and workshops plus practical tips on how to practice and strengthen these skills yourself.
🔑 Key Learnings
By the end you will see why design is not disappearing, it is evolving. And these human skills are what will keep you relevant, valuable and future proof in the age of AI.
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In this episode of Future of UX, we’re not just talking theory — we’re diving into real-world applications of AI agents already showing up in products people use every day. We’ll explore:
Google’s Search AI Mode, which can book your dinner instead of just showing links
Claude Artifacts, transforming chat into an interactive co-creation workspace
Meta’s AI Studio Agents in WhatsApp and Instagram, sending proactive messages
(Optional) Microsoft’s multi-agent orchestration in Copilot Studio
We’ll also look at the new UX principles these cases reveal — from delegation UX to proactivity UX, multi-agent UX, and moving from chats to workspaces. And I’ll compare them with the classic UX heuristics we’ve relied on for years, like visibility, control, and consistency.
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In this tutorial-style episode of Future of UX, we’re exploring one of the most essential skills for designers working with AI today: prompting.
Prompting isn’t just about cool outputs. It’s becoming the new interface for design. When you know how to prompt well, it transforms your workflow, your creativity, and your speed.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Why prompting is a true creative superpower for designers
The basics of writing effective prompts (like creative briefs for AI)
Advanced patterns and techniques you can reuse again and again
How different tools — ChatGPT, Midjourney, Figma AI, Uizard and more — respond to prompting
Real-world examples of designers using prompting in their daily work
Whether you’re brand new to AI or already experimenting, this episode will give you practical strategies to take your prompting to the next level.
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In this episode of Future of UX, I share my honest review of the new GPT 5 after testing it intensively for a week.
If you have been on LinkedIn, X, or Instagram lately, you have seen mixed reactions. Some people are excited. Others say it is not a big deal or even that they are disappointed. I have a different view and explain why GPT 5 is an important upgrade for designers.
In this episode you will learn:
What is actually new in GPT 5 beyond the marketing claims
How GPT 5 compares to GPT 4
How GPT 5 can improve workflows for UX and product designers, including prototyping, research, content creation, and conversational interface design
Key highlights include:
Dual mode thinking that is fast when needed and deep when the task requires reasoning
A massive 400k token context window that can process full research projects or product specs in one go
Significantly fewer hallucinations which makes the model more reliable for UX copy, research synthesis, and technical details
Better coding and prototyping capabilities, improved tone and personality control, and stronger multimodal features
By the end of this episode, you will understand why GPT 5 is more than a small upgrade and why you should test it in your own design process before making a final judgment.
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Today, I’m breaking down the five biggest tech shifts from the past month that every designer should understand.
This isn’t just about headlines — it’s about how these changes are quietly transforming what it means to design user experiences.
In this episode, we explore:
Meta’s push toward wearable superintelligence — and what it means for designing beyond the screen
The U.S. strategy of AI deregulation — and how it shifts responsibility onto design teams
OpenAI’s rollout of GPT agents — and the rise of goal-based UX
Tesla’s $16.5B AI chip strategy — and what it means for UX in physical systems
And why some companies now pay $350K/year for AI-savvy designers
By the end, you’ll walk away with a clear, easy-to-digest overview of what’s changing — and how you can adapt your mindset and skillset to lead in this new era.
🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned
Meta’s Superintelligence Labs announcement
→ https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/18/meta-superintelligence-lab-ai-glasses/
U.S. AI Action Plan overview
→ https://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/news-updates/2025/07/05/national-ai-action-plan-unveiled/
The Guardian: How Big Tech is restructuring around AI
→ https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/jul/28/techscape-ai-google-meta-amazon
Cluely AI Design Job Post ($350K/year)
→ https://cluely.com/careers
Tesla’s $16.5B deal with Samsung for AI chips
→ https://www.reuters.com/technology/tesla-inks-165b-deal-with-samsung-ai-chips-2025-07-25/
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In this episode, we're diving into one of the biggest shifts happening in digital product design right now: AI agents.
AI agents are no longer just answering questions – they’re planning, making decisions, and acting on behalf of users. This fundamentally changes how we design experiences.
You’ll learn:
What AI agents actually are (and how they differ from chatbots)
How they’re transforming UX and product workflows
Core design principles for working with agents
Ethical concerns we need to consider
And a personal example of how I used ChatGPT’s Agent Mode to book a hotel in Copenhagen
Plus, I’ll share tools and frameworks to help you start designing for agent-based experiences.
🔑 Key Takeaways
AI agents are autonomous systems that can observe, plan, and act without being explicitly told what to do.
UX for agents requires new patterns: transparency, consistency, user control, and trust-building.
ChatGPT’s new Agent Mode is a clear example of proactive AI that collaborates with users instead of just responding to them.
Tools like Figma (with branching logic), Lookback, and explainability dashboards help prototype and test agent behavior.
New interaction patterns are emerging, such as “suggest and confirm” or “mixed-initiative interaction.”
Ethical design is essential: we need to actively design against manipulation, bias, overtrust, and privacy violations.
🛠️ Resources & Links
AI UX Guidelines
Agent Tools & Prototyping
User Testing Tools
Explainability & Oversight
ChatGPT Agent Mode & Connectors
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