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In Episode 8 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll is joined by co-hosts Chad and Cole from High Monkey to tackle a common yet overlooked frustration: poor mobile button design. The trio dissects why mobile usability remains such a challenge and explores how bad design impacts user experience on mobile devices.
Virgil, Chad, and Cole highlight the pitfalls of prioritizing aesthetics over functionality, sharing real-life examples of frustrating mobile experiences—like accidentally disliking articles in Apple News due to poorly placed buttons. They dive into the broader challenges of mobile-first design, discussing how designers often fail to account for varying finger sizes, touch accuracy, and real-world usage patterns.
As the discussion unfolds, the team offers actionable insights for improving mobile usability. From creating larger, well-spaced buttons to understanding mobile interaction patterns, they outline best practices to ensure users can navigate and interact with apps and websites effortlessly.
To close, the team reflects on the importance of practical testing and design iteration to deliver seamless mobile experiences. Listeners will leave with practical tips and a deeper appreciation for the role of thoughtful design in modern digital experiences.
Join us every two weeks for new episodes, and don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. For more resources and updates, visit www.discussingstupid.com.
(0:00) - Intro
(1:57) - Calling out poor mobile button design
(3:46) - Some real life frustrations
(6:07) - Challenges of mobile first design
(9:11) - Optimizing mobile separately from desktop
(12:17) - Think about how people operate
(14:35) - Practical tips for better mobile buttons
(17:00) - Outro
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In Episode 8 of Discussing Stupid, host Virgil Carroll is joined by co-hosts Chad and Cole from High Monkey to tackle a common yet overlooked frustration: poor mobile button design. The trio dissects why mobile usability remains such a challenge and explores how bad design impacts user experience on mobile devices.
Virgil, Chad, and Cole highlight the pitfalls of prioritizing aesthetics over functionality, sharing real-life examples of frustrating mobile experiences—like accidentally disliking articles in Apple News due to poorly placed buttons. They dive into the broader challenges of mobile-first design, discussing how designers often fail to account for varying finger sizes, touch accuracy, and real-world usage patterns.
As the discussion unfolds, the team offers actionable insights for improving mobile usability. From creating larger, well-spaced buttons to understanding mobile interaction patterns, they outline best practices to ensure users can navigate and interact with apps and websites effortlessly.
To close, the team reflects on the importance of practical testing and design iteration to deliver seamless mobile experiences. Listeners will leave with practical tips and a deeper appreciation for the role of thoughtful design in modern digital experiences.
Join us every two weeks for new episodes, and don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. For more resources and updates, visit www.discussingstupid.com.
(0:00) - Intro
(1:57) - Calling out poor mobile button design
(3:46) - Some real life frustrations
(6:07) - Challenges of mobile first design
(9:11) - Optimizing mobile separately from desktop
(12:17) - Think about how people operate
(14:35) - Practical tips for better mobile buttons
(17:00) - Outro
LINKS
Subscribe for Email Updates on Our Website:
https://www.discussingstupid.com/
Watch Us on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@discussingstupid
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Soundcloud:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0c47grVFmX
Subscribe for email updates on our website:
https://www.discussingstupid.com/
Watch us on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@discussingstupid
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Soundcloud:
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