Human Factors Considerations in the Design of Wearable Devices

Motti, Vivian Genaro; Caine, Kelly

doi:10.1177/1541931214581381

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“…An interesting point that puts emphasis on a critical viewpoint [4] is the observation that, ironically, wearables often have a low wearability, that is, they are not worn long periods of time. An example for this could be Google's Glass, which had two main reasons for failure.…”

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Applying Universal Design Principles to Themes for Wearables

Tomberg

Schulz

Kelle

2015

Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction. Access to Interaction

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Abstract. Wearable computing offers new opportunities for technology to help us in many different contexts. Yet, it is important that designers of wearable devices take into account Universal Design principles to ensure that as many people as possible can benefit. We discuss the possible advantages of applying universal design principles to different themes that wearable technologies address. We use six themes that are driving wearable enhancements. These themes cut across industry and use cases; most wearable technologies will use at least one of these themes. We take each of the universal design principles and see how they apply to each theme and what advantages can be expected from such an application. The study shows that a balance needs to be achieved to the accessibility, usability, and general use of a wearable device.

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“…According to Moti & Caine [4], more than half of U.S. consumers who have owned an activity tracker no longer use it. A third of U.S. consumers who have owned one stopped using the device within six months of receiving it.…”

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Applying Universal Design Principles to Themes for Wearables

Tomberg

Schulz

Kelle

2015

Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction. Access to Interaction

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“…Variables such as age, education level, and lifestyle can moderate the level of acceptance. Motty et al presented a list of 20 human-centered design principles [72] that need to be considered.…”

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“…A proper discussion of communication channels, including Wi-Fi, ZigBee, 6LowPAN, and BLE, also needs to be assessed and analyzed. [71][72][73] Utilities such as GPS location undoubtedly need to be implemented, as well as continuous GPS tracking, or both survivors and offenders (if considered in a court).…”

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Towards a Holistic ICT Platform for Protecting Intimate Partner Violence Survivors Based on the IoT Paradigm

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Featured Application: A complete review of information and communication technology (ICT) strategies to manage intimate partner violence (IPV) and protect IPV survivors is provided. A holistic ICT solution which would overcome the limitations of previous works is presented, promoting symmetry in society.Abstract: Intimate partner violence (IPV) remains a scourge that compromises the rights of many women around the world, shaping an asymmetry in civil rights. Fighting gender-based violence, especially when it is committed by an intimate partner, is an important responsibility that needs to be addressed from all angles. It is also remarkable that our society is clearly conditioned by information and communication technology (ICT), which involves many aspects of our daily life. Unfortunately, violence that is performed in the real world is also replicated in this 'virtual' existence, by offenders in ICT contexts. On the other hand, the same technologies also provide a plethora of opportunities to fight IPV, which are enhanced by the innovative paradigm of the so-called Internet of Things (IoT). In this work, we first present a thorough compilation of ICT proposals already published-based on either hardware or software-aimed at protecting IPV survivors, and which can be applied in real life situations but also within social networks. The challenges that still lie ahead are highlighted and, a complete ICT-based platform for IPV management, within an IoT framework, that overcomes the limitations of previous works is proposed, and then promoting a symmetry between individuals in society.Symmetry 2020, 12, 37 2 of 17 in any form or means. According to UN (United Nations) statistics, almost 35% women around the world have experienced some kind of physical or sexual violence [1]. The same statistics show that some 75% of women face physical and sexual aggression. This is a call for attention to be paid to this scourge. It is incredible that in 2017, some 87,000 women were killed across the world, of whom 58% (50,000) were killed by their husband or other relatives (https://www.unodc.org/).In recent years much research has focused on IPV and its connection to many related issues, that is, social awareness [2]. This wide scope includes resources used by the victims (from now on, more appropriately called 'survivors') [3], barriers, and formal assistance in facing different expressions of violence [4]. Nonetheless, some authors like Bruckman have noted that the way violence is developed and its impact on women in an environment characterized by the use of information and communication technology (ICT), such as mobile phones, social media, or generally using internet, has not been properly studied or documented [5], although in recent years it has become an issue of study [6].In 2019, ICT and especially the internet, have clearly advanced in every aspect of society, and have had an effect in every part of the world. In the early 1990s, Haraway [7] anticipated the social changes and the effect, especially in gender issues, that...

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“…Wearables are promising [3], and their improvements have been boosted by the quick evolution to smaller devices, more efficient batteries, and optimized components. Much progress has been made in wearable computing, but room for improvement still remains, since the solutions proposed so far focus on technical feasibility and rapid innovation, rather than on users' perspectives and wearability concerns [8,11,13].…”

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Understanding the wearability of head-mounted devices from a human-centered perspective

Motti

Caine

2014

Proceedings of the 2014 ACM International Symposium on Wearable Computers

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Extensive efforts have been dedicated to developing wearables, but existing solutions focus mainly on feasibility and innovation. Thus, although many devices are named 'wearable', users face some wearability issues. Previously adopted trial and error approaches have effectively produced wearables, but not focusing on human factors. Through an extensive analysis of online comments about head-mounted devices, this paper presents their problem space from a human perspective. The analysis of online comments from existing and potential users enabled us to identify key aspects of the wearability of head-mounted devices, bridging the gap between design decisions and users' requirements.

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Human Factors Considerations in the Design of Wearable Devices

Cited by 135 publications

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Applying Universal Design Principles to Themes for Wearables

Applying Universal Design Principles to Themes for Wearables

Towards a Holistic ICT Platform for Protecting Intimate Partner Violence Survivors Based on the IoT Paradigm

Understanding the wearability of head-mounted devices from a human-centered perspective

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