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十二年了,苹果怎么想起来改UI了
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-08 10:13
Core Viewpoint - Apple is set to introduce the most significant UI changes since the launch of iOS 7 in 2013, with the upcoming iOS 26 and a new design codename "Solarium" that emphasizes natural light, transparency, and depth [4][5][20]. Group 1: UI Changes and Innovations - The "Solarium" design will impact all aspects of Apple's ecosystem, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS, marking a major shift in UI design philosophy [5][9]. - Key features of the new UI include frosted glass effects, dynamic shadows, and responsive light effects that enhance spatial perception and information hierarchy [6][8]. - The design will also introduce more rounded application icons and a consistent design language across different devices, promoting unity and consistency in user experience [7][9]. Group 2: Historical Context of Apple UI Design - Apple's UI design has evolved through three key eras: skeuomorphism (2007-2012), flat design (2013-2016), and the current physicality era (2017-present), each reflecting technological advancements and user experience considerations [11][16][17]. - The skeuomorphic design was essential for easing users into touchscreen interactions, while the flat design introduced a more simplified and scalable aesthetic [11][12]. - The current era, characterized by "new skeuomorphism," focuses on dynamic behaviors rather than static appearances, enhancing the physicality of interface elements [17][19]. Group 3: Technological Drivers Behind UI Changes - The upcoming UI changes are closely tied to advancements in Apple's hardware, such as the A18 Pro chip and Vision Pro headset, which provide the necessary capabilities for more complex and dynamic UI interactions [21][22]. - AI technology is also a significant factor, as Apple aims to integrate AI capabilities into the UI without overwhelming users, suggesting a more subtle approach to AI functionality [22][23]. - The need for a compelling UI experience arises from Apple's current position in the AI landscape, where it faces competition from other tech giants, necessitating a focus on user interface to maintain relevance [23][25].
宇树背后的租赁人,一单赚2万
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-08 03:58
以下文章来源于AGI接口 ,作者房晓楠 AGI接口 . AI卷起的财富风暴。 出品 | 虎嗅科技组 作者 | 房晓楠 编辑 | 苗正卿 头图 | 视觉中国 一场超出预期的春晚舞台表演、一场始料未及的半程马拉松,一次又一次将以宇树科技为代表的 人形机器人推向庞大的流量话题中心,甚至催生出一个新型的"机器人租赁"市场。 5月25日,"CMG世界机器人大赛·系列赛"机甲格斗擂台赛在杭州开赛,这是全球首个以人形机器 人为参赛主体的格斗竞技赛。比赛一共有四支参赛队伍,均使用宇树科技的人形机器人G1。比赛 中,随着G1一招一式的直拳、左右勾拳、侧踢、闪避……宇树科技再次回归话题中心。 最先赚到钱的租赁人们 "租赁人"面面所在的环梦科技团队应该是最早一波吃到机器人爆火带来的红利的。面面原本在一 家出版社做新媒体,去年看到大模型、具身智能领域不断取得新突破,便想转换赛道,进入这一 行业,只是没找到合适机会。春节后,宇树科技带动人形机器人成为顶流,偶然的机会下,面面 接触到环梦科技正在做机器人展览,于是加入团队。 面面告诉虎嗅,作为一家机器人展览公司,环梦科技在嗅到行业商机后,迅速准备机器人设备, 提前三个月布局机器人展览。于 ...
友邦保险为何在此时迎来新董事长?
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-08 03:58
Core Viewpoint - The recent leadership change at AIA Group, with the appointment of Du Jiaqi as the new chairman, is significant but may not directly impact the company's operations due to its governance structure and the role of the chairman as a non-executive director [3][4][10]. Group 1: Leadership Changes - AIA announced the resignation of its chairman, Xie Shirong, effective September 30, with Du Jiaqi set to take over on October 1 [2]. - Du Jiaqi has a history with AIA, having previously served as CEO and played a crucial role in the company's IPO and strategic direction [2][10]. - The change in leadership comes as AIA's current chairman is 87 years old, prompting a need for a younger leader to guide the company [14]. Group 2: Governance Structure - AIA's governance structure features a non-executive chairman who primarily oversees the board without direct involvement in daily operations, with the CEO, Li Yuanshang, managing the company's operations [4][8]. - The board consists of various independent directors with diverse backgrounds, enhancing the company's ability to operate across different markets in Asia [6][7]. Group 3: Strategic Continuity - The transition from Xie Shirong to Du Jiaqi is expected to maintain strategic continuity, as both leaders have extensive experience with AIA [10]. - Du Jiaqi's previous strategies, such as the "Best Agents" initiative, remain central to AIA's growth, focusing on high-quality recruitment and agent productivity [10][11]. Group 4: Market Performance - AIA's premium growth is projected at 18% for 2024, reaching 71.8 billion, indicating strong market performance despite challenges [11]. - The company has successfully recruited high-quality agents, contributing to its competitive advantage in the insurance market [12]. Group 5: Future Considerations - The upcoming decisions regarding the management team, particularly the future of CEO Li Yuanshang, are critical as the company approaches the end of his current term [16][19]. - AIA faces challenges in maintaining its competitive edge, particularly in the context of evolving market demands and the need for strategic alignment in its product offerings [18][19].
谁在帮“喜茶们”落地美国?
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-08 03:58
以下文章来源于智象出海 ,作者王玮 智象出海 . 深度研究新经济出海。 题图来自:视觉中国 中餐出海正在美国掀起新一波高潮。 4月,霸王茶姬和茉莉奶白在洛杉矶的门店开启试营业,紫燕百味鸡在纽约法拉盛、唐人街连开两 店。5月,沪上阿姨在美国法拉盛的美东首店完成装修,开始试营业,库迪咖啡也在纽约布鲁克林正 式开启了美东首家门店的试营业。而奈雪的茶在法拉盛的门店及瑞幸在曼哈顿的两家门店,开业时间 也已提上了日程。 看起来,中国餐饮出海美国已经度过了漫长的准备期和基础建设时期,2025年和2026年将进入门店 扩张期,成为落地关键年。 那么,是谁在帮助"喜茶们"在远隔重洋的美国站稳脚跟?随着中餐品牌出海,越来越多的在美华人开 始从下游服务这些品牌。 智象出海从选址、装修、营销等多个环节与中餐出海美国的参与者们交流,他们服务过瑞幸、紫燕百 味鸡、袁记云饺等多个中餐品牌在美国的落地,从他们的口述中,还原中餐落地美国的细节。 胡北辰,32岁:选址是一件很 Local的事 wefood餐饮咨询平台高级顾问、易升资本创始合伙人 我们团队在美国深耕餐饮行业多年,中西餐都做,基本上都是大体量门店,80%做主流市场,我们在 美东、美 ...
1亿直男也救不了虎扑
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-07 13:52
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the sale of Hupu for 500 million RMB, highlighting the decline of the platform and contrasting it with the valuation of Xiaohongshu at approximately 26 billion USD, suggesting a disparity in male consumer power [3][4]. Group 1: Hupu's Decline - Hupu's revenue model has become heavily reliant on advertising, with reports indicating that advertising could account for up to 90% of total revenue after the separation of its e-commerce businesses [6][8]. - The community forum model has entered a vicious cycle of low monetization, leading to significant user attrition, with monthly active users dropping from 55 million in 2017 to only 5.79 million by 2020 [9][10]. - Hupu's inability to retain users has weakened its community ecosystem, making it difficult to attract advertisers, which in turn exacerbates the decline [9][10]. Group 2: Acquisition by Xunlei - The acquisition of Hupu by Xunlei, a company also facing challenges, raises questions about the strategic value of the purchase, as both companies are seen as struggling [13][14]. - Despite its difficulties, Xunlei reported a slight increase in total revenue and gross profit in Q1 2025, reaching 8.88 million USD in revenue [17][19]. - Xunlei has diversified its business, successfully expanding into overseas live streaming, which has become its fastest-growing segment [23][25]. Group 3: Market Perception and Potential - The article argues that the perception of low male consumer power is misleading, as platforms like Dewu demonstrate significant male purchasing power, with Dewu's monthly active users exceeding 10 million and a valuation of 71 billion RMB [29]. - Hupu still holds value in the sports information sector, with its unique community structure providing a platform for discussions that cannot be easily replicated by video-based platforms [32][34]. - The article suggests that Xunlei's acquisition could potentially revitalize Hupu by leveraging its user base and content to enhance Xunlei's ecosystem, particularly in live streaming [35].
首次跌破1.2,日本彻底躺平了
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-07 13:52
Core Viewpoint - Japan is facing a severe demographic crisis with a record low birth rate of 1.15 in 2024, leading to concerns about the future of the nation and its workforce [3][6][8]. Group 1: Birth Rate Statistics - The number of newborns in Japan for 2024 is projected to be approximately 686,000, which is significantly lower than previous estimates that predicted this milestone would not be reached until 2039 [3][6]. - Japan's fertility rate is the lowest among East Asian countries, with South Korea at 0.78, China at 1.18, and Japan at 1.26 according to World Bank data from 2022 [8][10]. Group 2: Societal Impacts - The low birth rate directly contributes to an aging population and a shrinking workforce, which poses challenges for economic stability and social services [10][22]. - The phenomenon of "one-person economy" is rising in Japan, with individuals increasingly choosing to live alone and prioritize personal enjoyment over traditional family structures [14][16]. Group 3: Government Response - Japan's government has been attempting to address the declining birth rate since the 1990s, implementing various policies such as the "Angel Plan" in 1994 and the "Basic Law on Measures for a Declining Birthrate" in 2003, which aimed to create a supportive environment for child-rearing [21][22]. - Despite significant investments in these initiatives, the birth rate continues to decline, leading to the term "low birthrate and aging society" being coined to describe the current situation [22][30]. Group 4: Future Outlook - Experts suggest that Japan may need to adapt its perspective on population decline, focusing on the potential benefits of a smaller population, such as higher employment rates and changes in work culture, including the introduction of a four-day workweek [35][36]. - The government is also considering the introduction of foreign labor to mitigate workforce shortages, as there is a growing acceptance of foreign workers in various sectors [33][34].
马斯克和川普为何决裂
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-07 09:30
维舟的观点、评论与文学 以下文章来源于维舟 ,作者维舟 维舟 . 本文来自微信公众号: 维舟 ,作者:维舟,题图来自:视觉中国 就在不久之前,网上还流传着很多梗图,暗示川普是被马斯克操纵的傀儡,但一夜之间,这两人就吵 翻了:川普说马斯克疯了,而马斯克则指责川普"忘恩负义",要不是自己助力,他根本无法当选总 统,他应该被弹劾下台。 对这场全球直播的骂战,人们大抵是抱着看好戏的心态。有一篇文章仔细梳理了这两人近来矛盾爆发 的原因和过程,标题就很有代表性:《 最有权的人和最有钱的人吵架了,还是小学鸡水平 》,那意 思无非是说,这两人吵得未免太不体面,"这不是一般狗血电视剧编不出,是竖屏短剧都想不到还能 这么奇葩"。 这确实是普遍的观感。在世人眼里,那仿佛只是一出闹剧,像两个任性的孩子一样互相扔泥巴,起初 倒是还满足了观众们的八卦心理,看多了都有点厌倦了,最后不免感慨一句:"都是草台班子。" 然而, 他们到底为何决裂? 尽管这些似乎都摊在台面上,但真要问深层的原因,没什么人能讲出个 所以然来,实在要说,无非就是性格不合,或许再加上利益不一致,搞出一地鸡毛来。当然,有的人 会欣慰于自己的先见之明——"我早知道他们早晚会 ...
卖出600万只枕头的亚朵,栽在一个枕套上
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-07 09:30
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the complex relationship between Atour Group and its franchisees, highlighted by recent hygiene incidents that have raised consumer concerns and brought to light the challenges of managing a franchise model in the hotel industry [2][4][18]. Hygiene Issues - Atour faced two significant hygiene incidents in 2023, including a case where a pillowcase had the name of a hospital printed on it, leading to public outcry [2][5]. - The company has acknowledged the issues and taken steps to address them, including terminating contracts with the laundry supplier responsible for the mistakes [4][6]. - Despite Atour's reputation for detailed service, these hygiene problems have caused consumer dissatisfaction, especially given its positioning in the mid-to-high-end market [6][7]. Franchise Model and Expansion - Atour operates primarily through a franchise model, with only 1% of its 1,700 hotels being self-operated, which raises questions about quality control and accountability [2][9]. - The company aims to expand to 2,000 stores by 2025, relying heavily on franchisees for this growth, as evidenced by the opening of 121 new franchise locations in the first quarter of 2025 [9][11]. - Franchisees have reported better profit margins compared to competitors, with Atour's franchise model allowing for a quicker return on investment [10]. Financial Performance - Despite a decline in average daily room rates and occupancy rates in early 2025, Atour's revenue from franchise hotels increased by 23.5%, indicating that the franchise model mitigates some risks associated with individual hotel performance [11][12]. - The company's retail business, particularly the "Deep Sleep Pillow," has seen significant growth, with sales reaching 25.92 billion RMB in GMV by the end of 2024, contributing to a larger share of total revenue [13][14]. Franchisee Relations - Franchisees have expressed dissatisfaction with the pressure to sell Atour's retail products, which they feel detracts from their core hotel operations and does not provide sufficient financial incentive [16][17]. - The relationship between Atour and its franchisees is becoming increasingly strained, as franchisees bear the brunt of declining hotel performance while also being expected to support the retail business [17][18].
专访西贝贾国龙:今年开始,我会把70%的股权分红给员工
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-07 09:30
Core Viewpoint - The founder of Xibei, Jia Guolong, has decided to refocus the company on its core business of casual dining after a challenging year in 2024, marking a significant shift from previous explorations into fast food and retail [2][12]. Group 1: Company Strategy and Changes - Xibei has faced a significant decline in customer traffic and revenue in 2024, prompting Jia Guolong to halt the fast food business and scale back retail operations [2][12]. - The company is now concentrating on enhancing the dining experience, promoting signature dishes like roast duck, and introducing transparent ingredient cards for children's meals [2][34]. - Jia Guolong has transferred a substantial portion of his dividend rights to employees, allowing them to hold 70% of the dividend rights, which is a strategic move to align employee interests with the company's success [2][32]. Group 2: Industry Insights and Challenges - The restaurant industry is experiencing a trend of consumer segmentation, necessitating companies to maintain their ecological niche rather than attempting to cater to all market segments [2][36]. - Xibei has temporarily gained a foothold in the family dining market through its children's meal strategy, but faces competition as other brands also enter this space [3][36]. - The company acknowledges that the fast food business was not inherently flawed but was mismanaged due to overconfidence and a lack of focus on core competencies [12][13]. Group 3: Leadership and Management Philosophy - Jia Guolong emphasizes the importance of returning to the company's roots and maintaining a customer-centric approach, recognizing that previous expansions led to a dilution of focus [6][8]. - The leadership style has shifted back to a more hands-on approach, allowing for quicker decision-making and direct feedback from operations [24][25]. - Jia Guolong believes in a flexible decision-making process, often making spontaneous decisions based on immediate observations rather than extensive deliberation [25][26]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The company aims to redefine its vision, focusing on creating a beautiful dining experience rather than merely expanding its footprint [36][37]. - Xibei's future strategy includes a commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs at a sustainable pace, avoiding the pitfalls of overexpansion [36][37]. - The long-term goal is to build a strong brand that resonates with customers and fosters a positive community impact, with profitability being a means to an end rather than the ultimate goal [37].
一名老师眼中的“高考工厂”:我与学生,都困在成绩金字塔里
虎嗅APP· 2025-06-07 03:05
以下文章来源于观廿 ,作者GuanNian 观廿 . 生活的温层。 本文来自微信公众号: 观廿 ,作者:林姜,编辑:黄粟,题图来源:视觉中国 本文作者林姜,是中部省份一所市重点高中的老师,同时也是一名高二学生的家长。 这所高中的教学模式,与衡水中学、毛坦厂中学等"高考工厂"并无二致。校园里"成绩为王"——尖子 班享受着最好的学校资源,以及校领导、老师的重视和鼓励。老师的职业晋升,同样与高考成绩高度 捆绑。 林姜作为班主任,每天待在学校的时间长达17个小时。学生们的休息时间更少,晚上10点40分,宿 舍楼熄灯后,学生们在床铺上借着照明灯刷题,校外的"状元自习室"里,凌晨一点仍然灯火通明。 林姜在这所高中任教将近20年,这里也是她的母校。对比自己的高中生活,林姜真切感受到了内卷 和竞争的加剧,在她读书的年代,"没有陪读妈妈,没有五花八门的网课,也没有辅导班"。本科毕业 后,她顺利通过教师招聘考试,回到母校任职。如今,学校的招聘门槛是"硕士及以上学历"。 不过,林姜还是认为, 文凭的红利并未消失,只是减弱了,对普通家庭的孩子来说,高考依然是最 公平的上升渠道。 只是,一个人的存在价值和意义,只能被高考、成功等标准定 ...