'Radio Activity' Lets Users Stream Their Music Based on Tempo
Cadhla Gray — August 30, 2015 — Art & Design
References: gemmaroper & fastcodesign
'Radio Activity' is a new device that allows users to stream music while filtering through all the 'noise' to find songs through an interactive tactile experience. While streaming apps can be overwhelming in the sheer number of options they provide, Radio Activity allows users to filter through Spotify's options based on a desired tempo.
Creator Gemma Roper began this idea by differentiating between the sounds of each genre -- their beats specifically. For instance, reggae has about 75 beats per minute while dubstep has closer to 140. This research translated into the production of a metronome-like design, allowing the user to physically raise a dial to find music with a higher tempo and lower it for more relaxed beats.
With more designs aiming to connect consumers with their products in tactile ways, this screen-less device provides such an experience. Users can stream music in a more personalized, direct way with this classic and elegant interface.
Creator Gemma Roper began this idea by differentiating between the sounds of each genre -- their beats specifically. For instance, reggae has about 75 beats per minute while dubstep has closer to 140. This research translated into the production of a metronome-like design, allowing the user to physically raise a dial to find music with a higher tempo and lower it for more relaxed beats.
With more designs aiming to connect consumers with their products in tactile ways, this screen-less device provides such an experience. Users can stream music in a more personalized, direct way with this classic and elegant interface.
Trend Themes
1. Tactile Streaming Devices - The rise of tactile streaming devices allows for a more interactive user experience and opens up opportunities for new innovation in the audio streaming industry.
2. Tempo-based Music Streaming - Tempo-based music streaming is a trend that offers a new way of personalizing music listening and opens up opportunities for creating more targeted music playlists.
3. Metronome-inspired Design - Metronome-inspired design is a growing trend that allows for the creation of unique, minimalist products such as Radio Activity.
Industry Implications
1. Audio Streaming - The audio streaming industry can use the trend of tactile streaming devices and tempo-based music streaming to create more personalized and targeted streaming experiences for users.
2. Product Design - The trend of metronome-inspired designs offers opportunities for creating unique and minimalist products in various industries such as consumer electronics and home appliances.
3. Music Curation - Tempo-based music streaming provides opportunities for music curation services to create more customized playlists and personalized music recommendations for users.
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