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The Impact of Google Design Decisions on Society and Attention
Design decisions made by a few designers at companies like Google, Apple, and Facebook have a significant impact on how millions of people worldwide allocate their attention. In 2013, a presentation at Google highlighted the need to minimize distractions and respect users' attention. The presentation gained internal viral attention and prompted discussions at the highest levels of leadership within the company. Employees resonated with the message, expressing agreement and relating the impact of these design decisions on their lives, children, and relationships.
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