Abstract
In this paper we present the design and evaluation of Wandertroper, a mobile system designed to support reengagement with everyday surroundings during daily walks. Wandertroper generates real-time sound based on the spectromorphology of the inhabited soundscape, which is manipulated by how the user walks. Through an iterative participatory design process using semi-structured group discussions and 'in-the-wild' evaluations, we outline how design aspects, such as the degree of output abstraction and aesthetic personalisation of use, facilitated users' engagement with everyday surroundings. We discuss how Wandertroper turned daily walks into personallymeaningful aesthetic experiences.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | MUM '16: Proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Mobile and Ubiquitous Multimedia |
Pages | 129-140 |
Number of pages | 12 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 12 Dec 2016 |
Event | 15th International Conference on Mobile and Ubiquitous Multimedia, MUM 2016 - Rovaniemi, Finland Duration: 12 Dec 2016 → 15 Dec 2016 |
Conference
Conference | 15th International Conference on Mobile and Ubiquitous Multimedia, MUM 2016 |
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Country/Territory | Finland |
City | Rovaniemi |
Period | 12/12/16 → 15/12/16 |
Keywords
- Aesthetic ux
- Embodied interaction
- Rehabilitation of attention
- Soundscape spectromorphology