How we design the Flo app for Android smartwatches

M. Osichka

The speech is a presentation given by Max, a product designer at a company called Flo Health, about his approach to designing a new Android smartwatch app for cycle tracking. Max starts by introducing Flo Health as the number one period and cycle tracking app with a large monthly audience. He explains that while he had apps for Apple devices and Android smartphones, he lacked an app for Android smartwatches, which he aimed to address.

Max outlines his design process, which follows a structured approach called the "Double Diamond," consisting of research and design stages. He emphasizes the importance of understanding user needs, business goals, and available resources at the beginning of the project. Max describes his research phase, which involved learning about smartwatch usage, user behaviors, and specific needs related to cycle tracking.

During the design phase, Max discusses how they prioritized features, developed information architecture suitable for smartwatches, and iterated on prototypes based on user feedback. He also highlights the challenges he faced, such as designing for circular screens and addressing technical limitations unique to Android smartwatches.

Throughout the presentation, Max emphasizes the user-centric approach to design, focusing on providing glanceable information and simplifying interactions for smartwatch users. He showcases the final design of the app, highlighting key features and design decisions made to optimize the user experience.

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