BMWi Smartwatch app
How can we extend the BMWi3 design language to a wearable?
Overview
In order to connect users with their BMW i3 car in a higher level, BMW and Samsung made a cooperation to present the BMWi Remote Smartwatch app for Samsung Galaxy Gear at CES 2014 Fair in Las Vegas.
User benefit
The driver always knows the status of his car (even without being in the car).
Galaxy Gear shows status information of the all-electric BMW i3 and can trigger various remote functions.
Role
I delivered this showcase project from start to finish within a tight timeframe of 2 weeks.
- Leading the design process
- Translate the brief received from BMW
- Making the screen flows/information architecture
- Design of visual elements and screens
- Keeping the client contact
- Working with developers/delivering the assets
- Quality assurance, examining all use cases for the show, reviewing the updates
1. Watchface
Direct access to BMW i Remote Watch App from idle clock screen (one-click).
A mix of actual watch and car information display.
2. Homescreen
Extending the home screen concept from BMW i3 phone app to smartwatch.
Presenting the key vehicle information and error/warning cases.
3. Vehicle info
Detailed information on the various areas of the vehicle.
Displaying error messages, opening up related error cases on the phone for further information when tapped.
