Solution

Charging base Back painted glassIntuitive GUI

The initial idea behind the connectivity of the device was that it had the ability to develop and ‘grow’ through various forms of wireless connectivity. The unique user-friendly gestural interface enables the user to quickly and simply share files, work or photos through a wide range of different media for example interactive display boards or digital projectors. Similarly if the user wishes to receive work then the task is made as equally simple by the interface. Bamboo utilizes the benefits of cloud computing to update, store and access vast quantities of data allowing for the ultimate in mobile computing. The bamboo dock enables the user to store files in the home allowing work and home life to be clearly separated. As Bamboo is designed to be implemented and distributed within an establishment wireless charging and wireless access will be available throughout the campus eliminating the need for transporting wires and chargers.

Bamboo wireless...

The inductive charging station takes on a sculptural form to justify its position on a desk. Incoporated in the central hub are two USB ports to which any wired devices can be connected to and wirelessly transmitted to the device. This means that if an external HD is connected your charging station will act as your own personal cloud storage.

The benefits of back painting the glass facia allow us to create a sense of depth within the device and help give the form an organic feel. Because the area above the OLED screen is thinner than the outer frame the paint gets closer to the surface and appears to be allot more intense, whilst the surface remains the same.

The interface has been specificly designed to minimise power consumption. Because the two screens are different dimensions the central point is still screen space instead of dead folding space. This helps link to the “soal” of the device (the central column) from which the interface animates.

Process

To ensure our group functioned and worked as a community we set up a private blogging tool that every member of the team could manage and update. The Blog was kept separate from the general public and only people with accounts could access the site. For added security we stored all of our working files on the ‘onthemove’ servers. During our design process we were in constant contact with material suppliers and recieved necessary samples when and where they were needed to aid our design process. As well as the blog we held weekly planning meetings and every member of the team would have specific tasks to ensure maximum productivity.

How we Achieved...

Patrick McGoldrickIMD

“I loved the collaborative project and found interchanging documents simple through the on the move web site.”

Alex StevenIMD

“I enjoyed the possibilities of being able to develop a fully unique gestural interface.’

James RavenhallDFI

“I worked on the concept generation and development whilst creating the final CAD data”

Prajay ParmarDFI

“I predominately worked on the model, whilst compiling a trends report to help validate our proposal”

Sophie HarperDFI

“I created the pouch and helped source materials as well as playing a part in the design development”

Anton WebbDFI

“I enjoyed collaborating with other disciplines and Compiling all the documents”

Observation

Our original plan was to develop a device which would focus specifically on a University and the way in which people within that environment communicate with each other. With our research having an emphasis on mobility, we discovered that the mobility of any device, whether it be a mobile phone, an mp3 player or a laptop computer are... the wires.

Wires require the device to be anchored to a certain location, at least at some point in the day and effect every user of any electronic device.

We have changed direction, and instead of developing a mobile device solely for the University environment, to revolutionise the way in which people use the computer by eliminating the wires, keeping a premium on mobility and communication, and having the University Environment (for the duration of the project) as the testing ground.

We decided it was important to keep the University in mind because of the extensive informational infrastructures already in place, and their willingness to keep up to date with current technology.

We will research all manner of wireless technologies, for power, for integration with the surrounding technological environment, for communication and accessing location-based resources.

Users are faced with the need to buy accessories to protect their devices before they have the ability to use them. The Bamboo device comes with a protective carrying case, which acts as cushioning during transit and a carry case during usage, to cut down on waste materials

Our generation is faced with the desire to stay informed. By offsetting the screens the user is able to constantly view updates and feeds related to them. Power consumption is minimized by only having the active area of the OLED screen being powered.

The packaging also reflects the establishments relationship with the user and represents the quality of the contents and gains the users trust of the university.The minimal embossed design keeps with the product language as well as reducing unit costs and is durable enough for reuse.

Social Interaction User RelationshipsAdaptive Packaging

Our Brief...