MG Next Generation Aplikasyon nga Kauban sa Sakyanan by Star and Saic Oimt is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award nga Bulawan in Disenyo sa Interface, Interaksyon ug Kasinatian sa Tiggamit Competition Category.
BulawanInterface· 2024
MG Next Generation Aplikasyon nga Kauban sa Sakyanan
Client: SAIC Overseas Intelligent Mobility Technology Co., Ltd.
A' Design Award nga Bulawan Winner in Interface Category
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About MG Next Generation Aplikasyon nga Kauban sa Sakyanan
Ang MG Next Generation usa ka companion nga aplikasyon alang sa mga tag-iya sa sakyanan, nga gihimo alang sa mga mobile phone ug smart watch. Gitipon sa aplikasyon ang daghang rehiyonal nga mga aplikasyon ngadto sa usa ka global nga produkto. Ang mga feature mahimong ipahiangay sumala sa lokasyon ug sa modelo sa sakyanan, aron ang matag tag-iya makadawat og personalized nga set sa mga himan. Ang usa ka three-dimensional nga modelo sa sakyanan gipakita sulod sa usa ka virtual nga garahe, ug ang mga hexagon widget nagsunod sa identidad sa brand. Ang guest mode nagtugot sa mga tawo nga walay sakyanan nga masuhid ang mga panguna nga feature sa dili pa mohimo og desisyon.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award nga Bulawan
MG Next Generation Aplikasyon nga Kauban sa Sakyanan usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Bulawan, usa ka hilabihan ka prestihiyoso nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa unang-klase, katingalahan, ug bantogan nga mga disenyo. Ang mga mananaog sa Bulawan labihan ka bag-o, daghan og panan-aw, ug nagsidlak nga mga paglalang nga nagpakita sa henyo, kinaadman, ug kahanas sa ilang mga tigdesinyo. Gilauman nga ang MG Next Generation Aplikasyon nga Kauban sa Sakyanan mahimong labing gidayeg, nagtakda og uso, ug monumental nga imbento nga naghatag og bili nga wala pa makita. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Bulawan usa ka makapahingangha ug gitahod nga proyekto nga labihan ka mapuslanon ug nagpalapad sa mga utlanan sa arte, siyensya, disenyo, ug teknolohiya. MG Next Generation Aplikasyon nga Kauban sa Sakyanan nagmugna og kusog nga mga pagbati sa kaibog, nagpukaw og kahinam, nagdasig sa pagkamamugnaon, ug nagbihag kanato.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The MG app is a mobile and watch companion for car owners. Our main objective was to create a more holistic mobile experience by integrating existing apps from various markets into a unified global application. The new app aims to boost the adoption of companion devices, allowing users to customize features based on their location and specific vehicle model, delivering a personalized experience.
- Tags
- mobile, apple watch, 3D, car, automotive, companion app, design system, EV
- Production Technology
- We aimed to mimic real car experience digitally using a 3D model, giving users a real sense of their vehicle on their screens. We placed the car in a virtual garage inspired by futuristic and sci-fi concepts.
We adopted a clear black and white palette, with hints of metallic and vibrant orange for contrast. Elevating surfaces and visual effects added tangible materiality to the interface, intensified by fluid animations and interactions that emulate real-world functionality.
Hexagon widgets, echoing MG's logo, maintain coherence and reinforce the brand's identity. - Design Challenge
- We've segmented users into two distinct groups: car owners and non-owners. Each group has unique informational needs and preferred functionalities.
For car owners, access is provided to a customizable My MG screen, offering swift vehicle control along with personalized features and essential data.
Non-owners utilize a guest mode to preview key features and gather information about MG cars. This mode enables potential buyers to explore the advantages of informed decision-making.
One of the significant challenges faced by the client was managing separate regional apps, leading to maintenance issues and limited scalability. In response, we executed a comprehensive revamp of the app's design approach to address this issue. - Research
- Our team thoroughly analyzed vehicle-related apps, identifying market trends, strengths, areas for improvement, and potential innovations. We employed card sorting exercises to grasp user navigation preferences, collaborating with the client team to prioritize features aligning with business goals. Utilizing insights from these exercises, we crafted an interactive prototype showcasing 8 core use cases. Testing this prototype with car owners worldwide uncovered usability issues and app pain points. Leveraging these insights, we refined and improved the app's design to meet user expectations, ensuring a seamless and satisfying experience.
- Inspiration
- To address the scattered UX complexity present across multiple MG apps, our team developed a unified app using a modular approach. This design empowers users to customize features according to their location and specific vehicle model, delivering a personalized experience. The reimagined structure now incorporates all pre-existing functionalities, guaranteeing clarity, predictability, simplicity, scalability, and substantial value for both users and the business.
- Project Duration
- up to 6 month, China
- Operation Flow
- Incorporating real-life patterns and metaphors makes the design clear and intuitive. We based the placement of frequently used functions on user research and ergonomic principles, ensuring easy accessibility. Feedback from validation sessions led to refinements for more clear controls. Careful attention was given to the first-time experience to assist users in binding the car and exploring features. Furthermore, we introduced a guest mode, enabling potential buyers to explore the app's advantages for more informed decision-making. Finally, the watch app offers essential features precisely when users need them.
- Team Members
- Viacheslav Shkolnyi, Anastasiia Gryshchenko, Kate Hutenieva, Nikolay Apostol, Maryna Ionova, Ivan Shvarov, Bao Yidan, Tang Shenghao, Wu Donghai, Lu Min, Xu Jie, Ruan Bo
- Image Credits
- Star
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