ARTICLE SUMMARY: In this day and age it feels like life moves at the speed of light. It seems that the mindset of today is “I want it now, I need it now”, and if you’re a business man, more often than not, it’s “I wanted it yesterday.” While technology is great, It does come at a price.
If you’re a designer it’s even worse. If you’re going to keep up with today’s fast paced, “have it now” culture the price you will have to pay is keeping up with the new technology or be left behind on the side of the road. That is a must to avoid.
In Stephenolaitanoshateye’s article, “Top AI Tools Every UI/UX Designer Should Know About Ahead of 2026,” he highlights several AI tools he believes can significantly improve your UI/UX design process. A few of the standout tools from his list include:
- Affinity Studio by Canva: The New Free “Adobe Killer”?
- MockU: The AI Mockup Generator That Sells Your Design
- Subframe: The AI-Native Figma Competitor
Design has always been in the state of flux, and it’s clear that our jobs as designers are changing in fundamental ways. We need to recognize that AI tools do not replace creativity, but they do give us the space to focus on what really matters: crafting meaningful, user-centred experiences. And that’s something AI tools still can’t do.
Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just starting your design career, Stephenolaitanoshateye’s article is a must read if you’re going to stay relevant in today’s design world. Let us know what you think in the comments.
