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Research on the Relationship Between Design and Technology in the Design-driven Innovation Model Based on the Case Analysis of Apple
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Abstract
In the research of cutting-edge design, it has been increasingly recognized that the relationship between design and technology is no longer limited to mutual reinforcement and promotion. In the current era of development, the boundaries of the design industry are constantly expanding, shifting its focus from individuals to industries, and evolving into an interdisciplinary field that integrates systematic research from various sectors. Design is fundamentally driven by innovation, characterized by the trends of the times, and requires systemic innovation that merges various technological services. It necessitates resource integration, consideration of user needs, and a fusion of fields such as technology, culture, and business. Moreover, it must comprehensively assess economic, social, ecological, and cultural impacts, while exploring potential paths for future innovation and development. Therefore, this paper aims to explore the evolving relationship between design and technology from the perspective of current trends. By analyzing the driving forces behind innovation and the changes in the relationship between design and technology, using Apple Inc. as a case study of a frontier company, this paper focuses on the design-driven model, analyzing its successes and methodologies. The goal is to explore the prospects and development potential of innovative design in the new era and propose possible suggestions for driving industrial revolutions, economic transformations, and societal progress in the future.
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Innovation design, Design and technology, Design-driven model, Apple Inc
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Yao,J. (2025). Research on the Relationship Between Design and Technology in the Design-driven Innovation Model Based on the Case Analysis of Apple. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,166,21-26.
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