A Hackathon 48 hours project by
A Hackathon 48 hours project by
My role: Research and Design
My role: Research and Design
Have You Ever Felt Moments
Where Penning Your Feelings
Just Wasn’t Sufficient?
Have You Ever Felt Moments
Where Penning Your Feelings
Just Wasn’t Sufficient?
Imagine you're laughing so hard that tears are streaming down your face, and all you can manage to type is "HAHAHAHA!" Does that really convey just how hilarious you found the situation?
Or perhaps you're in a busy, noisy place, juggling tasks and surrounded by chaos. Typing out a long message isn't feasible, but a quick voice note could perfectly capture your tone and context. In such moments, wouldn't you choose to send a quick audio message instead?
These scenarios highlight the limitations of text-based communication and the potential for voice messages to convey emotions more effectively.
Imagine you're laughing so hard that tears are streaming down your face, and all you can manage to type is "HAHAHAHA!" Does that really convey just how hilarious you found the situation?
Or perhaps you're in a busy, noisy place, juggling tasks and surrounded by chaos. Typing out a long message isn't feasible, but a quick voice note could perfectly capture your tone and context. In such moments, wouldn't you choose to send a quick audio message instead?
These scenarios highlight the limitations of text-based communication and the potential for voice messages to convey emotions more effectively.
CONTEXT
CONTEXT
AUDIENCE
AUDIENCE
With over 1.2 billion iMessage users, there is a massive audience potential for any new messaging feature. We specifically target users open to adopting innovative communication methods that allow for voice messaging anytime and anywhere.
With over 1.2 billion iMessage users, there is a massive audience potential for any new messaging feature. We specifically target users open to adopting innovative communication methods that allow for voice messaging anytime and anywhere.
USER BEHAVIOR
USER BEHAVIOR
Emoji Usage: According to recent statistics, 92% of internet users use emojis in their online communication. Specifically, more than 900 million emojis are sent every day on Facebook Messenger, and over 700 million are used in Facebook posts daily (Statista) (World Emoji Day).
Voice Message Usage: While exact statistics on iMessage voice messages are less prevalent, it is known that voice messages are supported and used within the app. iMessage allows users to record and send voice messages easily, and the feature is gaining popularity as it provides a personal touch and improves understanding of the message's tone (The Apple Post) (Guiding Tech).
Emoji Usage: According to recent statistics, 92% of internet users use emojis in their online communication. Specifically, more than 900 million emojis are sent every day on Facebook Messenger, and over 700 million are used in Facebook posts daily (Statista) (World Emoji Day).
Voice Message Usage: While exact statistics on iMessage voice messages are less prevalent, it is known that voice messages are supported and used within the app. iMessage allows users to record and send voice messages easily, and the feature is gaining popularity as it provides a personal touch and improves understanding of the message's tone (The Apple Post) (Guiding Tech).
IDEATION
IDEATION
CONCEPT
CONCEPT
To address the challenge, we developed the concept of "Audio Reactions in iMessage," allowing users to pre-record and send audio messages as reactions. This new feature aims to bridge the emotional gap in text messaging by adding the nuances of voice.
To address the challenge, we developed the concept of "Audio Reactions in iMessage," allowing users to pre-record and send audio messages as reactions. This new feature aims to bridge the emotional gap in text messaging by adding the nuances of voice.
PROCESS
PROCESS
We started with 10 initial sketches and refined them into a cohesive design. The design was integrated into the iMessage app, making it accessible and familiar to users.
We started with 10 initial sketches and refined them into a cohesive design. The design was integrated into the iMessage app, making it accessible and familiar to users.
User has a hard time relaying emotions effectively to their partner over text messaging platforms. This creates misunderstandings and conflicts with their interpersonal relationships.
When the user is in public, they are distracted and uncomfortable sending detailed, heartfelt messages that match the tone of the other recipient.
User’s partner expresses their frustration with their communication over texting platforms. User decides something must be done to fix the situation.
User creates pre-recorded audio messages which captures emotions and tones more effectively than text.
User creates a new recording that isn’t part of the pre-recorded list to show appreciation towards their partner.
User can save the recording to their list and label it how they would like for easy access next time.
User’s partner receives the recording and feels validated and happy.
Both parties are happy and feel as though they were able to state how they actually felt and received the validation that was needed.
KEY FRATURES
KEY FRATURES
Send Pre-recorded Message:
Users can send pre-recorded audio messages to their contacts directly through the iMessage app.
Send Pre-recorded Message:
Users can send pre-recorded audio messages to their contacts directly through the iMessage app.
View Pre-recorded Messages:
An in-app extension allows users to view received pre-recorded messages.
View Pre-recorded Messages:
An in-app extension allows users to view received pre-recorded messages.
Add New Recording:
Users can add and record new audio messages within the app.
Add New Recording:
Users can add and record new audio messages within the app.
Save & Play:
Newly recorded messages can be saved and played back at any time.
Save & Play:
Newly recorded messages can be saved and played back at any time.
PROTOTYPE DEMO
PROTOTYPE DEMO
A clickable prototype was created using Figma to demonstrate the functionality of Audio Reactions in iMessage. Users can interact with the prototype to understand how the feature works in a real-world scenario.
A clickable prototype was created using Figma to demonstrate the functionality of Audio Reactions in iMessage. Users can interact with the prototype to understand how the feature works in a real-world scenario.
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Record a New Message:
Capture Your Emotions Instantly
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Record a New Message:
Capture Your Emotions Instantly
Effortlessly record a new audio message and save it locally for future use. Whether it's a heartfelt appreciation or a spontaneous reaction, keep your messages ready for the perfect moment.
Effortlessly record a new audio message and save it locally for future use. Whether it's a heartfelt appreciation or a spontaneous reaction, keep your messages ready for the perfect moment.
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Quick Audio Responses:
Convey the Right Tone, Anytime
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Quick Audio Responses:
Convey the Right Tone, Anytime
Send a pre-recorded message to quickly respond in a way that aligns with the receiver's emotional state. Perfect for busy moments or when typing isn't feasible, ensuring your message is always personal and impactful.
Send a pre-recorded message to quickly respond in a way that aligns with the receiver's emotional state. Perfect for busy moments or when typing isn't feasible, ensuring your message is always personal and impactful.
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Receive and Save:
Keep Your Meaningful Moments
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Receive and Save:
Keep Your Meaningful Moments
From the receiver's perspective, audio messages can be saved and cherished. Maintain the emotional context of conversations by storing voice messages that matter most.
From the receiver's perspective, audio messages can be saved and cherished. Maintain the emotional context of conversations by storing voice messages that matter most.
USERBILITY TESTING
Participants
Three participants aged 21-24 were selected for usability testing.
Findings
-All key tasks were successfully completed.
-The familiar interface was appreciated, described as "as easy as accessing GamePigeon."
-The drawer swipe interaction was found to be intuitive.
Feedback
While participants expressed that they would use the feature in their daily life, some hesitations were noted, indicating room for further refinement and user education.
USERBILITY TESTING
Participants
Three participants aged 21-24 were selected for usability testing.
Findings
-All key tasks were successfully completed.
-The familiar interface was appreciated, described as "as easy as accessing GamePigeon."
-The drawer swipe interaction was found to be intuitive.
Feedback
While participants expressed that they would use the feature in their daily life, some hesitations were noted, indicating room for further refinement and user education.
The Audio Reactions in iMessage feature enhances the depth of communication by incorporating voice, addressing the limitations of text and emojis.
It leverages the familiarity of the iMessage interface to ensure ease of adoption.
The Audio Reactions in iMessage feature enhances the depth of communication by incorporating voice, addressing the limitations of text and emojis.
It leverages the familiarity of the iMessage interface to ensure ease of adoption.