Competition
Oppo Design Challange, Finalist

Competition
Oppo Design Challange, Finalist

Year
2024

Year
2024

Category
Inclusive Design, Industrial Design

Category
Inclusive Design, Industrial Design

Xplorer

Xplorer

Xplorer

Xplorer is a multi functional modular video recording device for Individuals with disability especially in arms. It is an easy to use device with a modular camera which can be attached to your arm as a band or be worn as a neck attachment for recording vieos on the go. Its simple design make it convinent for users to setup without needing help from anyone.

Xplorer is a multi functional modular video recording device for Individuals with disability especially in arms. It is an easy to use device with a modular camera which can be attached to your arm as a band or be worn as a neck attachment for recording vieos on the go. Its simple design make it convinent for users to setup without needing help from anyone.

Xplorer is a multi functional modular video recording device for Individuals with disability especially in arms. It is an easy to use device with a modular camera which can be attached to your arm as a band or be worn as a neck attachment for recording vieos on the go. Its simple design make it convinent for users to setup without needing help from anyone.

Background

Background

Background

The rapid development of the internet industry and streaming technologies in recent years has led to the swift rise of the self-publishing industry, allowing people to interact more comprehensively and diversely. This progress has particularly benefited disadvantaged individuals with physical disabilities, many of whom have begun to raise their voices through streaming networks by sharing and promoting their values and actions to increase awareness and understanding of disabilities. As a result, overall social inclusiveness and willingness to care are gradually evolving in a sustainable direction. At the same time, for individuals from the disabled community, working in the self-publishing industry helps increase their income and improve their financial situation for a better quality of life.

The rapid development of the internet industry and streaming technologies in recent years has led to the swift rise of the self-publishing industry, allowing people to interact more comprehensively and diversely. This progress has particularly benefited disadvantaged individuals with physical disabilities, many of whom have begun to raise their voices through streaming networks by sharing and promoting their values and actions to increase awareness and understanding of disabilities. As a result, overall social inclusiveness and willingness to care are gradually evolving in a sustainable direction. At the same time, for individuals from the disabled community, working in the self-publishing industry helps increase their income and improve their financial situation for a better quality of life.

Problem

10 Million

people globally live with upper limb amputations, including bilateral amputations.

80%

unemployment rate among people with disabilities in developing countries

70%

of people with disabilities reporting feelings of exclusion from community and social activities.

75%

of individuals with upper limb amputations face significant challenges in accessing public spaces, transportation, and technology. In many regions, there are inadequate legal protections or policies to ensure accessibility.

<15%

of people with upper limb amputations, have access to necessary assistive devices or technologies. High costs, lack of availability, and inadequate healthcare infrastructure contribute to this low access rate.

75%

of content creators on major platforms identify as having a disability. This underrepresentation is partly due to the lack of accessible tools and platforms that cater to their specific needs, such as adaptive cameras, editing software, and ergonomic devices.

75%

of individuals with upper limb amputations face significant challenges in accessing public spaces, transportation, and technology. In many regions, there are inadequate legal protections or policies to ensure accessibility.

<15%

of people with upper limb amputations, have access to necessary assistive devices or technologies. High costs, lack of availability, and inadequate healthcare infrastructure contribute to this low access rate.

2%

of content creators on major platforms identify as having a disability. This underrepresentation is partly due to the lack of accessible tools and platforms that cater to their specific needs, such as adaptive cameras, editing software, and ergonomic devices.

Physical Limitations

Traditional filming and video production equipment are not designed for people with upper limb disabilities, making independent use difficult.

Technical Barriers

The lack of inclusive platforms and devices hinders disabled individuals from expressing themselves and connecting with others.

Social Isolation

Current equipment is heavy, non-portable, and complex, posing significant obstacles for those with limited mobility.

Economic Disparities

Disabled individuals have limited access to online professional opportunities and the self-publishing industry due to inadequate tools.

Persona

Scenario

Filming outfits & make-up

Users need to use other parts of the body (e.g. feet) to adjust the angle of the camera or mobile phone.

Filming cooking process

They may be cooking with their arms or other body parts, and there is no other place to put the filming equipment.

Filming products


They may be using other body parts for shooting videos when reviewing products which might be a difficult.

Documenting outdoor activities

It may be necessary to carry multiple devices and accessories, especially when you need to quickly switch between shooting angles or scenes, which can affect the flexibility and naturalness of shot.

Diverse shooting needs

Purchasing multiple devices and accessories can be a high cost burden, which is especially difficult for users with limited financial means.

Insights

HMW design a device for individuals with physical disabilities, particularly those affecting their limbs, to enable independent video recording both indoors and outdoors for content creation without requiring assistance from others?

HMW design a device for individuals with physical disabilities, particularly those affecting their limbs, to enable independent video recording both indoors and outdoors for content creation without requiring assistance from others?

Ideation

Prototype Testing

Value Creation

London Design Festival

London Design Festival

London Design Festival

Our inclusive design project has been shortlisted as a finalist for the Oppo Design Challenge!

We're honored to have showcased our product at the prestigious London Design Festival, where we connected with incredible individuals who share our passion for inclusive design.

Our inclusive design project has been shortlisted as a finalist for the Oppo Design Challenge!

We're honored to have showcased our product at the prestigious London Design Festival, where we connected with incredible individuals who share our passion for inclusive design.

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