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Windows 3.1 included a red and yellow 'Hot Dog Stand' color scheme so garish it was long assumed to be a joke, so I tracked down Microsoft's original UI designer to get the true story
Winsage
December 9, 2025

Windows 3.1 included a red and yellow ‘Hot Dog Stand’ color scheme so garish it was long assumed to be a joke, so I tracked down Microsoft’s original UI designer to get the true story

Virginia Howlett, a pioneering interface designer at Microsoft since 1985, was part of the team that created the themes for Windows 3.1, including the vibrant "Hot Dog Stand" color scheme. This theme featured bright yellow and red and was one of several color palettes designed to allow user customization. Howlett noted that the user interface primarily used black lines on a white background with shades of gray for 3-D buttons. She expressed surprise at the continued interest in Windows 3.1 as it approaches late 2025. The Hot Dog Stand theme was not intended as a joke but rather as a memorable design choice in the history of Windows.
Anti Social Social Club Mines a New Dimension with Minecraft in New Collaboration
AppWizard
October 18, 2025

Anti Social Social Club Mines a New Dimension with Minecraft in New Collaboration

Anti Social Social Club (ASSC) launched a collaboration with Minecraft during TwitchCon 2025 in San Diego, featuring a collection that combines ASSC's typography with Minecraft's 8-bit aesthetics. The collection includes hoodies, tees with glitch graphics, and exclusive pink cherry blossom jerseys worn during the Minecraft Championship. Accessories include pixel-patterned backpacks, collectible rugs, and a branded shovel. The collection will launch globally on October 18 at 8 a.m. PST, available exclusively on the webstore, with prices ranging from USD to 5 USD.
Denial of Fuzzing: Rust in the Windows kernel
Winsage
October 17, 2025

Denial of Fuzzing: Rust in the Windows kernel

Check Point Research (CPR) identified a significant security vulnerability in the Rust-based kernel component of the Graphics Device Interface (GDI) in Windows, reported to Microsoft in January 2025. The issue was resolved in OS Build 26100.4202, part of the KB5058499 update released on May 28, 2025. The vulnerability was discovered during a fuzzing campaign targeting the Windows graphics component through metafiles, revealing multiple security issues including information disclosure and arbitrary code execution. The specific bug was linked to a crash occurring during the execution of a NtGdiSelectClipPath syscall in the win32kbasers.sys driver, triggered by an out-of-bounds memory access when processing malformed metafile records. Microsoft classified the vulnerability as moderate severity and addressed it in a non-security update, implementing substantial changes to the affected kernel module.
Google reveals vibrant Material 3 Expressive, coming soon to a Pixel near you
AppWizard
May 13, 2025

Google reveals vibrant Material 3 Expressive, coming soon to a Pixel near you

Google has unveiled its new Android design refresh, Material 3 Expressive, which will debut with the Android operating system and extend across the Google app ecosystem. This design builds on the previous Material You system and features "springy" animations, brighter colors, and innovative shapes. The development was informed by user research involving over 18,000 participants, indicating that users can locate important buttons up to four times faster than with older interfaces. Future Android iterations will emphasize playful animations, a bolder color scheme, improved typography for better contrast, a wider variety of button shapes, and more legible status bar icons.
I feel like Microsoft's problem is often a lack of confidence
Winsage
December 24, 2024

I feel like Microsoft’s problem is often a lack of confidence

Windows Phone continues to evoke nostalgia among its loyal fans, with fondness for Windows Phone 8.1 surpassing that for Windows 10 Mobile. Microsoft has shown a lack of confidence in its strategic decisions, often reacting to customer feedback, which leads to inconsistency in its product offerings. While Windows 10 Mobile was technically an improvement, it diluted the unique identity of Windows Phone, which had a memorable experience characterized by bold typography and simple icons. This pattern of reactionary changes is evident across various aspects of the Windows ecosystem, highlighting Microsoft's struggle to balance innovation with a clear vision.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
September 17, 2024

Android 15 releases to AOSP | App Developer Magazine

Android 15 has been officially released and is now available through the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). It will soon be accessible on supported Pixel devices and select models from manufacturers like Samsung, Lenovo, and Xiaomi. The release includes new features such as the ApplicationStartInfo API, updated ProfilingManager API, StorageStats API, enhancements to PdfRenderer APIs, and improvements in OpenJDK and SQLite APIs. Typography and internationalization have also been enhanced with the FontFamily API and support for variable fonts. Media and camera functionalities have been improved, including HDR and SDR content control and low light boost. User experience enhancements include split-screen app combinations and edge-to-edge display. Privacy and security features include a Private Space for sensitive apps and passkey sign-in. Developers are encouraged to update their SDKs and tools for compatibility with Android 15.
Microsoft: Windows 11 will no longer support Adobe Type 1 fonts
Winsage
August 8, 2024

Microsoft: Windows 11 will no longer support Adobe Type 1 fonts

Microsoft has announced the discontinuation of legacy PostScript fonts in Windows 11, aligning with Adobe's retirement of PostScript Type 1 fonts in January 2023. This change affects several Adobe products, including Photoshop version 23.0, Illustrator 27.3, InDesign 18.2, and Digital Video and Audio 23.2. Users can still access older versions of Adobe software for these fonts, but Adobe has shifted to OpenType fonts compatible with both Mac and Windows. Microsoft recommends transitioning to alternative font types and provides methods for removing deprecated fonts through the Fonts settings page or File Explorer. Additionally, Microsoft plans to eliminate legacy font management in Windows 11, redirecting the Control Panel’s Fonts page to the Settings app. In 2024, Microsoft has announced the phasing out of NTLM, Direct Access, and other outdated technologies, including the complete removal of WordPad in the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 release. A workaround exists for users to retain access to WordPad by downloading a core file package.
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