unobtrusive features
[/ˌʌn.əbˈtruː.sɪv ˈfiː.tʃərz/]
noun phrasepl: unobtrusive features
características discretas
1. Design or functional elements that are subtle, not immediately noticeable, or deliberately understated to avoid drawing attention
The smartphone's unobtrusive features make it blend seamlessly into daily life.
As características discretas do smartphone o fazem se integrar perfeitamente à vida cotidiana.
2. Elements in a product, interface, or system designed to function effectively without being intrusive or distracting
Modern cars include unobtrusive features like automatic climate control that work quietly in the background.
Carros modernos incluem características discretas como controle automático de clima que funcionam silenciosamente em segundo plano.
3. User interface or system components that are minimalist, subtle, or low-profile in appearance
The app's unobtrusive features ensure users aren't overwhelmed by notifications.
As características discretas do aplicativo garantem que os usuários não sejam sobrecarregados por notificações.
This phrase is particularly prevalent in modern tech and design discourse in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian corporate culture, there's an emphasis on 'design discreto' (discrete design) reflecting a preference for functionality without ostentation. In American tech culture, this concept aligns with minimalist design philosophy popularized by companies like Apple, which Brazilian tech adopters widely admire and emulate.
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