SMS Text Messager
Some people mainly use their mobile phones for texting. It is cheaper and less intrusive than a voice call. With most of the buzz on phone designs, designers haven’t really paid enough attention to a ‘just SMSing’ device. But things are about to change.
The unique SMS Text Messager by talented designer Tom Kenworthy has recently won the RSA Royal Society of Art Design Directions 2007-08 contest.
Kenworthy wanted his design to be inclusive. It works for little kids, teenagers, adults and old people. He kept the design minimal and fluid. No keys, no complications. A touchpad allows you to draw letters on it for input. This is how you input text: draw a letter using a finger or thumb, press either the left or right colored side button to confirm, the device will recognize the letter and display it on the screen.
The screen uses electronic paper display to extend the battery life and provide excellent contrast and resolution for texting.
The unique SMS Text Messager by talented designer Tom Kenworthy has recently won the RSA Royal Society of Art Design Directions 2007-08 contest.
Kenworthy wanted his design to be inclusive. It works for little kids, teenagers, adults and old people. He kept the design minimal and fluid. No keys, no complications. A touchpad allows you to draw letters on it for input. This is how you input text: draw a letter using a finger or thumb, press either the left or right colored side button to confirm, the device will recognize the letter and display it on the screen.
The screen uses electronic paper display to extend the battery life and provide excellent contrast and resolution for texting.
Trend Themes
1. Minimalistic Texting Devices - Opportunities for creating sleek, simple, and intuitive devices for SMS communication.
2. Electronic Paper Displays - The potential for extended battery life and improved display technology for various devices.
3. Touchpad Input - Innovations in touch-sensitive input technology that can improve texting experiences on a variety of devices.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Opportunities for designers and manufacturers to create unique devices that can capture the market for SMS communication.
2. Mobile Technology - Companies specialising in mobile tech have the potential to implement these innovations to improve texting experiences on mobile devices.
3. E-paper Displays - Businesses that design and manufacture e-paper displays can benefit from increasing demand for more efficient and high-quality displays for various electronic devices.
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