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When there is room for new applications, why not do it?

In the realm of removable dashcam mounts, there's a wealth of flexible possibilities. For instance, placing the GPS antenna higher up is crucial for optimal signal reception. By incorporating it into the mount slide, we can combine sliding slots with the GPS antenna and hide speaker openings within the hook's operational space. This approach maximizes the use of the sliding mechanism, fully utilizing the available space while maintaining a sleek exterior by eliminating unsightly speaker openings.

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Industrial Design

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The Mio MiVue M820WD is the first-ever dash cam designed specifically for motorcycles, offering riders added safety features. Alongside Mio's impressive DVR performance, it includes accurate GPS directions and reminders for safe speed limits. The set includes a main unit, cameras, and controller, all of which feature IP67 waterproofing, sleek design, and flexible installation mounts that fit various motorcycle models and installation positions. 

With two main unit options – practical display information or completely concealed within the bike interior – the MiVue M820WD is an ideal DVR for all types of bikers, even the most discerning.

Motorcycle dashboards are inherently limited in terms of the amount of information they can display, leaving riders with critical gaps in their knowledge while on the road, such as real-time speed limit reminders. The designers of the MiVue M820WD aimed to provide additional value beyond just driving records by adding graphical safety assistance. Despite this, they continue to prioritize the essence of a DVR, which is reliability. As a result, we continuously improve the product in terms of appearance, installation, and reliability of each part, ensuring the highest quality of Mio DVR.

Therefore, we developed a monitor prototype that can be installed on the motorcycle handlebar, and conducted on-road tests to verify the effectiveness of the display and sound alerts, ensuring that the feature is beneficial for the bikers.

　

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Industrial Design Market research UX research

[The screen version is a development test edition, not for retail sale.]

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In recent years, the pandemic has greatly changed people's consumption habits and significantly increased the demand for self-checkout kiosks in various commercial settings. MiTAC has recognized this trend and actively invested in this industry. I had the privilege of participating in a key strategic project for the company, which was a new challenge for each project member given the scale of the product.

Therefore, in the early stages of product development, we took the initiative to use lightweight corrugated plastic boards and Form to create a 1:1 scale prototype, which allowed all team members to quickly feel the actual size of the product.

During the design process, we also used 3D printing to create a model that is 30% of the original size in all dimensions, which not only enabled a quick review of the smoothness of the product's appearance, but also made it easier for us to carry and discuss the product structure during project discussions.

When the final product with both hardware and software functions was completed, it was a very meaningful moment for all project team members. I am honored to have served as a designer on such a meaningful project.

　

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Industrial design Market research UX research

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For fleet vehicles such as trucks or buses, the CDR (Connector Driving Recorder) is typically installed above the windshield in a position that is not easily accessible from the driver's seat, making an extended panic button necessary. In this project, I quickly proposed three differentiated button designs in a short period of time.

My ideas for the three proposals are as follows:

Proposal A An intuitive triangular button, with the commonly seen triangle shape used as its button design, directly shaping an intuitive panic button.

Proposal B It is similar in appearance to panic buttons commonly seen in machinery or workplaces, circular, and red, with the addition of a flexible iron bracket for easier installation, providing greater adaptability.

Proposal C Inspired by the cover of a mouse, using the elasticity of plastic casing to directly shape the button, saving the cost of an additional component, and minimizing space and cost in this project.

When proposing three design concepts at once, the most challenging aspect is to create differentiation. By focusing on the structural aspect and utilizing different structural concepts as the starting point for design, we can efficiently produce proposals that achieve differentiation in terms of appearance, application, usability, and cost structure.

　

– Roles: Industrial design UX research

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After the successful launch of our R750D in 2021, we are excited to introduce our latest e-mirror flagship device, the MiVue R850D. This new generation of e-mirror features a comprehensive and innovative design, from its appearance to its user interface, and even installation. We have rigorously tested the design for usability to ensure a seamless user experience.

Unlike our competitors on the market, the MiVue R850D is designed with 3M adhesive to attach to the rear mirror, providing several advantages:

A more stable fixation, eliminating any gap between the rear mirror that could cause vibration.

A refreshing appearance without any cheap straps that are commonly seen around the rearview mirror.

Simple operation, allowing users to detach the unit in a single action.

Innovative designs come with unknown risks and challenges, but our project team worked closely to ensure the feasibility of the new structure through rigorous testing and continuous optimization. The MiVue R850D is not just a new generation of Mio products, but also a source of pride for our team.

　

－ Roles: Design team leader  Industrial design Market research UX research

Mio MiVue™ R850D official website

MiVue R850D CV

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After the launch of the R750D in 2021, Mio is working hard to release the next generation of their e-mirror flagship device, the MiVue R850D. The R850D represents a comprehensive and innovative design from the inside out, encompassing not only the appearance and user interface, but also the installation process. Our team has worked tirelessly to create a design that is both innovative and rigorously tested for usability.

Initially, I had planned to use two smaller 3M mounts for the R850D, but we found that a larger mount with sufficient area could provide more reliable fixation and better coverage. To ensure the usability of this new structural concept, our ID and UX teams conducted a complete UX research process, including early stage concept user interviews, design team peer reviews, various stage prototype reviews, measurement of car interior environments, dealer and installer interviews, and the design of the install alignment aid card.

Our design team was dedicated to every step of the process, ensuring that the MiVue R850D brings an outstanding experience to users. While the development process was challenging, our team's hard work and dedication has resulted in a more mature and reliable design. We are confident that the final product will provide an unparalleled user experience, unmatched by similar products on the market.

　

－ Roles: Design team leader Industrial design Marketing UX research

Mio MiVue™ R850D official website

MiVue R850D CV

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What could be more exciting than having a custom neon sign in our home?

As we began designing our new apartment, we realized that it wasn't enough to simply design the interior - we wanted to create a unique logo to make it truly our own, much like the star atop a Christmas tree.

To that end, we held an internal design competition for the logo. Can you guess whose concept was ultimately selected for production? (Hint: it was apprantly better than mine.)

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The demand for a conference device get definitely proposed during the pandemic, after the research work of various meeting scenarios, we define the device that supports a 360° camera and voice call, and auto aims to the speaker with portion beaming LED indicators. The device is applied to P2P, P2G & G2G meetings, increasing the people's communication between different sites.

　

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Role: Industrial design

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To ensure the ergonomics of the handheld terminal, our UX and ID teams invited many experienced warehouse managers for interviews in the early stages of product development. We quickly created a form prototype and used 3D printing to simulate the actual weight distribution after the 3D modeling was completed. We even optimized the center of gravity of the product to test the ergonomics of the grip and ensure the user's wrist health during prolonged operation.

As for the number of buttons, we conducted a deep analysis of the importance and frequency of use of each button after collecting the layouts of the main competitors in the market. Based on that, we developed an optimized button layout that allows for single-handed operation.

 　

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Roles: Design team leader Industrial design Marketing UX research

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After years of design projects, the ID department has accumulated hundreds of design samples scattered throughout cabinets, drawers, desks, and surprising corners. I proposed an ID sample library project to effectively manage these samples and make them easily accessible for future designers.

To kick off this project, I found a suitable space near the office and designed a numbering system based on project years and business centers to facilitate efficient classification and management. This system can also be easily expanded to accommodate future additions to the sample library.

For storage, I found easy-to-assemble storage boxes at IKEA, and customized L-shaped steel frames for the shelves, which surprisingly fit perfectly in size. This solution is cost-effective and easy for anyone to manage and expand.

After completing the planning and reorganizing of the samples in the library, the team greatly benefited from the convenience, and I felt a sense of accomplishment.

　

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Roles: Sample library plenner Initial curator

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Unlike typical hard-shell product designs, the design of a textile strap, like the one we developed for this tablet accessory, requires a very different approach to usability development.

To provide a more ergonomic option for logistics workers who need to operate it on the go, such as during inventory or delivery, we designed a strap that could be easily secured to the hand for effortless handling and quickly detached and secured to a car cradle when getting in and out of vehicles.

Usability was the primary goal of this accessory's design, and we defined three design objectives: Usability, Adaptability, and Durability, with Usability being the most critical design criterion.

In addition to the efforts involved in conceptualizing and selecting materials and processes, close collaboration with the UX team and thorough usability testing were the most crucial tasks in this design project. After several iterations and expert reviews, we found the most suitable and straightforward design proposal that provides the most convenient operation. 

We learned that sometimes, simpler designs can lead to more straightforward usability, and it's essential to review whether design elements are excessive. This was one of the most valuable lessons we learned in this project.

　

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Roles: Design team leader Industrial design UX research

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Due to the requirements of certain sales regions, such as safety and culture, the sales team proposed a need for an active cradle structure that could be quickly detached. This structure is designed to allow the user to easily take the high-value device main unit when leaving the vehicle, avoiding concerns that arise from the device being left on the windshield. This special structural design was therefore created.

During the process, the design team proposed various structures and ideas for the active cradle from different directions. After considering the G-force of the vehicle during operation, which is mainly in the forward and backward directions, a lateral detachable magnetic quick mounting was adopted for the active cradle design. Through close collaboration with the ME team, the internal structure design was successfully achieved, and the designers gained a great sense of achievement.

　　

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Roles: Design team leader Industrial design Cradle connection mechanism 

Mio MiVue™ i177 official website

Official CV

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To efficiently find a suitable product identity, using a Wacom board is a great option. With a digital sketching board, designers can quickly capture and erase lines, add texture and icons, and even design form factors directly on existing components. This allows for a more iterative design process, enabling designers to make changes quickly and efficiently.

In terms of the final result, the sketch on the Wacom board can be very close to the final product. However, it's important to keep in mind that the sketch is still a 2D representation of a 3D object, and there may be certain details that are difficult to capture accurately without building a physical prototype. Nevertheless, using a Wacom board can greatly streamline the design process and help designers arrive at a suitable product identity more efficiently.

 　

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Role: Industrial design

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At the moment everyone is getting ready for the coming New Year 2019, we received a new mission - The 2020 Mio MiVUE new flagship dashcam model. In other words, we are challenging the features that haven't satisfying some regional requirements.

  a.   Discreet model design, to improve the integration with user’s cars.

  b.   Quickie disassembly mounting.

  c.   Cable management.

It’s very easy to understand the drivers’ expectations to have a discreet dashcam. We all hope it can always get ready whenever necessary, and minimize the interference of driving at the same time. The condition is a little bit conflict to solve.

“Why don’t we make the device itself as the mount?”

We changed the form factor of the dashcam, make it a flatter model with a windshield-aligned display panel, and add an adjustable hinge for the camera to adapt with various windshield angles. We made the first prototype for the new project, it’s rough, but did encourage the team to dig out more ideas and possibilities.

During the time we defining the design identity and cooperating with the stakeholders, one of the most questions we received for the prototype is: “It seems to be similar to certain competitors, what’s our survival value in the intense market?” 

We were not surprised by such a question, and we know that only the traditional Mio advantage features such as HD night vision sensor, reliable quality, etc., is never enough.

We want to breakthrough more value of design.

Additionally, the cable existence is another most annoying problem for a dashcam. Neither how much effort we spent on a delicate design, it’s always a pity while a discouraging connection cable stick out on the side.

I still feel grateful even till now, that our engineer didn’t deny my crazy idea of the solution: an ACTIVE CRADLE!

The active cradle is a small electronic transmission separated part, plays the role of connecting the device to both the windshield and the power, and conceal the cable plug. The idea is we insert the USB plug on the active cradle, stick it on the windshield, and the user may operate very easily to attach/detach the dashcam through the well-designed mechanism.

Finally, our engineers successfully shrink the active cradle PCB size, conceal the USB plug inside, and we could also shaping it as a Mio iconic form- a capsule shape.

Now as we can see, the Mivue 846 model came out in 2020, with the innovative discreet model, easy mounting, and got rid of annoying cable. The process and output maybe not perfect, but we’ve made a brand new differentiated model, which encouraged us to embrace more creative ideas for the new models in the future.

 　

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Roles: Industrial design UX research

Mio MiVue™ 846 official website

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Over a period of 13 months, I undertook several tasks including requesting 2D drawings of the interior dimensions from the builder, measuring the beams and windows on-site, learning SketchUp, studying 3 interior design books, and engaging in countless discussions and modifications.

Based on the central aisle throughout the apartment, I established the first concept of a ceiling band that echoes with the wooden floor and runs throughout the entire apartment. This concept also divided the living room and dining room and integrated the clock within. From this concept, I aimed to create a concise and neat interior design with a touch of roughness.

To achieve this goal, we defined each area based on the scenario of our life and planned the furniture and decoration to maximize economic benefits. Finally, we provided 3D drawings for decorating companies, iron-shelf, and neon sign manufacturers.

The entire process felt like playing a VR version of The Sims, where the in-game currency was cash, and I took time to gradually get used to living in my 3D model.

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Photography enthusiasts are often limited when using a phone with only a single camera, especially in the era before multi-camera phones. However, with SPLENDOR, an agile wide-angle shot phone cover, these limitations can be overcome. SPLENDOR is a purely professional gear that allows you to easily switch between the original or wide-angle lens in just one second, enhancing your mobile snapping experience.

In addition to its photography capabilities, SPLENDOR also serves as a protective cover. Despite being slim and portable enough to fit inside a pocket, it provides ample protection for your phone. We understand that heavy-duty phone cases can be inconvenient, so we designed SPLENDOR to be a convenient and elegant solution.

In this startup project, I had the opportunity to play a versatile role, from the initial product design and brand design to the product collateral, website, and even shooting and producing videos. Even throughout my entire design career, it is rare to have the chance to embrace diverse challenges in one project and showcase my talents as much as possible. Therefore, SPLENDOR holds a special place in my heart personally.

　

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Roles: Industrial design Marketing Branding Graphic design Commercial video production

Yanko Design report 

30s CV 

180s CV

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In addition to designing the main device, creating the waterproof case (CABINBALL) was also a significant challenge for our product design team. CABINBALL not only has basic waterproof capabilities but also features a hidden support at the back that can be combined with various mounts on the market, allowing it to be installed in various locations. When stored, CABINBALL takes on the appearance of a small transparent submarine, presenting a complete spherical shape. I was personally responsible for both the industrial and structural design, and I ultimately completed the hero rendering of CABINBALL as a final gift to OnReal.

Throughout our lifetimes, we miss countless precious moments, such as children's smiles, adorable bird sightings, or someone's funny expression. Unfortunately, many of these moments go uncaptured simply because we lack the right tools to capture them.

Enter OnReal - a tiny, intelligent, and agile mobile camera that can take Full-HD quality photos and videos and stream them to cyberspace or your tablets/smartphones in real-time. With a magnetic turntable on the back, you can easily fix OnReal to your suit like a delicate decorative accessory and carry it with you wherever you go. With OnReal, capturing and preserving your favorite moments has never been easier.　

　

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Roles: Industrial design Market research Graphic design