Book description
One of the world's great designers shares his vision of "the fundamental principles of great and meaningful design", that's "even more relevant today than it was when first published" (Tim Brown, CEO, IDEO). Even the smartest among us can feel inept as we fail to figure out which light switch or oven burner to turn on, or whether to push, pull, or slide a door. The fault, argues this ingenious - even liberating - book, lies not in ourselves, but in product design that ignores the needs of users and the principles of cognitive psychology. The problems range from ambiguous and hidden controls to arbitrary relationships between controls and functions, coupled with a lack of feedback or other assistance and unreasonable demands on memorization. The Design of Everyday Things shows that good, usable design is possible. The rules are simple: make things visible, exploit natural relationships that couple function and control, and make intelligent use of constraints. The goal: guide the user effortlessly to the right action on the right control at the right time. The Design of Everyday Things is a powerful primer on how - and why - some products satisfy customers while others only frustrate them.
Freak
I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable.
NightDream
The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Married Man
Enhancing my daily routines – this app's design makes listening a joy. No more fussing with synchronization – this app just gets it done! With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience! The app's compatibility with Apple Watch elevates my workouts, making them more engaging and productive. Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook!
Shadow Gal
With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life.
101
This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations.
Athens Fire
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
Scrapper
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Mental
I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. 🎶📚 Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling – audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. 🎧🏠
Sienna Princess
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings.
Titanium Ladybug
The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Desert Haze
Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Easy Street
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Vagabond Warrior
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
FLAK Angel
The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Greek Rifle
📱 Carrying stories wherever I go – this app's convenience allows me to indulge my love for reading on the move. 📚🛍️ ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes!
BlackExcalibur
With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. ListenBook’s CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Sir Squire
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand that transforms even the noisiest environments into cozy listening spaces. ListenBook is more than just an app – it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable.
Cuff Queen
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app.
Acid Gosling
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Moon Peaches
I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app!
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience