A weekly round-up of brilliant, bizarre and beautiful things from the world of culture, creativity and tech.
This week was a great mix of next-gen tech, new social media updates, and a world where accessibility is equal to all. Here’s what made it into our saved folder:
KitKat have delivered a cheeky new new campaign that takes aim at screen addiction with literal fake screens slapped onto coffee cups, baby carriers and even steering wheels. A clever twist on the iconic “Have a Break” tagline, the campaign makes a subtle (and slightly ridiculous) plea: look up from your phone, even just for a chocolate break.
In a media world obsessed with engagement, KitKat reminds us there’s value in switching off, even if it’s only long enough to enjoy a bite.
Meta is tapping into early-2000s nostalgia with a limited-edition Xbox x Quest VR bundle. Wrapped in classic Xbox green, this Quest 2 headset isn’t just for show; it comes bundled with Xbox Cloud Gaming access, letting users stream games via Bluetooth controllers.
In a competitive VR space, it’s a smart collab that fuses gaming’s past and future, and appeals directly to the millennial gamer who grew up on Halo but now owns a standing desk.
In a nod to personal branding’s growing importance, LinkedIn has added video headers to articles and newsletters. Creators, thought leaders, and brands can now upload short video intros, adding movement and context to their long-form content.
It’s a small change with big potential, turning static updates into scroll-stopping stories and giving LinkedIn newsletters more personality in an increasingly saturated content space.
From alt text to subtitled videos, social media accessibility is finally getting the attention it deserves. This guide by Sprout Social breaks down how small tweaks, like using camel case in hashtags or placing emojis after your caption, can make a massive difference for people using screen readers.
As brands aim for inclusivity, this isn’t just a best practice; it’s a baseline. Accessibility isn’t a trend, it’s a responsibility. If your content isn’t readable by all, it’s not working as hard as it could be.
That’s all from us on this week’s edition of Things We Saved This Week. We’ll catch you next one with more scroll-worthy saves.
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