WebKit and CSS3 Gradients

Over the past several months, the CSS Working Group has had extended discussions about making the gradient syntax easier to use, and recently Tab Atkins included a proposal in the latest draft of the Image Values and Replaced Content module. WebKit and Mozilla have now implemented this proposal so that web authors can experiment with it, and provide feedback to the Working Group.

Read more on Surfin’ Safari: CSS3 Gradients.

SynthStation49 Keyboard Controller for iPad

SynthStation49 is the most advanced, intuitive music controller designed specifically for use with the iPad and the first true iPad performance tool for musicians. Working seamlessly with Akai Professional’s heralded SynthStation software, SynthStation49 provides unparalleled music creation capabilities, including direct in-app MIDI recording from its velocity-sensitive keyboard, nine MPC-style drum pads and array of transport controls. In addition to its integration with the SynthStation app, SynthStation49 is also completely iOS CoreMIDI compatible, making it instantly compatible with dozens of music apps already in the App Store and hundreds more on the way.

Don’t own an iPad? Never fear, there’s also the SynthStation25 for iPhone and iPod Touch.

Found via TUAW.

Automattic Is Hiring a Designer

As a designer at Automattic, you’re responsible for making sure the amazing things our engineers can create are both easy to use and easy on the eyes. Rather than churning out design after design for a multitude of clients, you’ll focus intensely on every aspect of the design of a product — from the way we advertise and market the service to the smallest details of its user interface. You’re designing for the web, yes, but you’re doing so with an old-school dedication to simplicity and clarity.

See the full details on the 37signals Job Board.