I hate talking about gear. So why am I writing this? Because it's not about the gear; it's about a mindset.
You can't deny Adobe's pioneering role. Programs like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign have become the foundations of modern design. Entire generations of designers have started and built their careers by memorizing them, as if they were new verses of the design Bible.

But times are changing. Modern tools like Figma, Procreate, or Rive focus on being lightweight, intuitive, and—most importantly—free of unnecessary baggage. These are tools you can understand from the first click, without digging through dozens of tutorials. Today’s demand is to create quickly, not drown in a sea of options. Adobe, on the other hand, seems to believe that more is better. Sure, the abundance of features offers plenty of possibilities, but is it really necessary to build a wall of professionalism that only a select few can scale? Maybe it’s better to allow a wider range of people to participate in the creative process, rather than walling off access with unnecessary complexity.

Remote, team-based, real-time collaboration—that’s the new normal. And the tools that were built with these attributes in mind fit perfectly into this trend, offering collaboration features that let multiple people work on the same project simultaneously, without having to send files back and forth or lose track of versions. Adobe tries to create alternatives, but we know just how unintuitive those solutions are. In Figma, things just happen, sometimes without you even realizing it.

Still, you can’t immediately declare Adobe a relic. It continues to dominate many market segments, and I rely on it a lot myself. The problem is, Adobe feels like an old car—complicated and in constant need of repairs. Maybe it’s a classic, but does the younger generation really want to keep tightening screws and swapping out parts? Wouldn't it be better to just hop in and drive, without worrying about all the overly complex options?

In today’s world, we need tools that let us work quickly and efficiently, focusing on what really matters. Instead of simplifying its programs and focusing on key, most useful tools, Adobe insists on adding more and more features that most users will never touch. As a result, we end up with software bloated with options that hinder more than help in everyday work. No wonder younger generations are turning to simpler alternatives, better suited to their workflow and allowing them to quickly achieve the results they want.

The design world doesn’t need evolution—it needs revolution. A shift in how we think about design, organizing work, and the tools we use. Adobe, despite its historical dominance, seems to miss the fact that modern times require a completely new approach. It’s no longer about building monumental, closed systems with high barriers to entry. The modern design paradigm is all about sharing, collaborating, and co-creating—not just within a single team but across different specializations, bringing fresh perspectives and skills to the table.

Today's design process is one of constant evolution, where a product is never truly "finished" but continuously evolves. To make that possible, collaboration between specialists is key: designers, developers, marketers, data analysts. This model of work requires flexible and open tools that allow for quick iterations and the integration of input from different people. Adobe, with its heavy, isolated approach, doesn't meet these needs.

Rather than getting lost in complexity, the future belongs to platforms that foster collaboration between various specialists. Creating products is not a closed process, but a continuous development of ideas. The companies and tools that understand this new paradigm will push the industry forward. Revolution isn’t just a necessity; it’s a natural response to the changing times.

What I’m writing here isn’t just an expression of frustration. It’s also a feeling that a clear shift is coming. Younger generations prioritize simplicity, collaboration, and flexibility, and while Adobe remains powerful, it’s starting to fall behind these trends.

Or maybe life’s just too short to wait for Photoshop to load.