Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Example 5: Siemens Snaked (concept)


The result of a previous design competition, the above concept takes wearable consumer electronics a little further then the last.  Developed to "snake" around the fore-arm or upper-arm, this phone becomes an integrated part of the consumers out-fit.  Basing comments upon visuals, which do not include how a head-set/speaker/microphone and other necessary functions (dial pad) are integrated, the concept appears to primarily be reliant upon a minimalistic, futuristic, fashion orientated design.

Pros
  • Clean and attractive design, though subject to fashion (current clothing)
  • Hands-free, non-bag, holster alternative - potential sports application
  • Suggestive of music features (mp3 player)
  • Strong concept of making every-day products part of your attire
Cons
  • Lacking visual functionality and poor mapping, though this may be hidden
  • Shape suggests difficult of application (wrapping around arm with one-hand)

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