Pull-to-Refresh: The Slot Machine in Your Pocket
Why that downward swipe feels so addictive. The psychology behind pull-to-refresh and how social media apps turned your phone into a casino.
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Why that downward swipe feels so addictive. The psychology behind pull-to-refresh and how social media apps turned your phone into a casino.
The persuasive design tricks that keep you scrolling aren't accidents. Here's how to spot the psychological manipulation built into your favorite apps.