Tic Talk is an AI wall clock assistant that is a lively and warm digital companion that streamlines the user's daily tasks. Through diverse yet intuitive interactions, Tic Talk provides experiences perfectly tailored to the user.
The goal was intuitive, hands-free interactions in every home. Gesture and proximity recognition aimed to create a unique experience between the device and user, unlike any other product. The interface adapts based on where and how the user interacts with Tic Talk.
After the team conducted the result on the user interviews and primary research, I contributed to operate multiple the ideation sessions. I managed to create a holistic experience, from defining key scenarios and interactions to creating a visual design system.
User research revealed that users prefer mobile apps over AI speakers, primarily due to the lack of personalization, particularly in multi-user households. The one-way communication felt awkward, and low expectations prevented users from exploring new features, despite the device’s potential. To address these issues, we set our UX goal to create a more dynamic, conversational, and inclusive experience.
After defining key user scenarios, I led a team of three in designing a UI that balances functionality and delight while showcasing the clock hands. As the wall-mounted device required clear legibility from a distance, we used projection to quickly test and validate the design.
The final design included a comprehensive UI design system and a set of detailed guidelines, ensuring consistency and scalability. These were packaged and shared with HQ as a reference for future development and implementation.
