Part C.) Presentation and Justification of Solution Design Requirements
1.) Name of Product- Xeno-Buds
2.) Designers- Dryden Brous, Jacob Darlington, and Patrick Devenny
3.) Target Consumer- The consumers that we would expect to buy this project are anyone that uses phone accessory cords because all of the chords have problems with tangling. People without cellphones/media players do not have this problem because they do not need cords for anything really. We are focusing on the longer cords and headphones because they cause the most frustration, get tangled more often, and are harder to untangle.
4.) Design Specifications-
2.) Designers- Dryden Brous, Jacob Darlington, and Patrick Devenny
3.) Target Consumer- The consumers that we would expect to buy this project are anyone that uses phone accessory cords because all of the chords have problems with tangling. People without cellphones/media players do not have this problem because they do not need cords for anything really. We are focusing on the longer cords and headphones because they cause the most frustration, get tangled more often, and are harder to untangle.
- Projected sales by the end of 2015- $290.9 Million
- Shipment of units- 325 Million
- 100 Million coming from the United States
- 64% of headphones sold are in-ear headphones
4.) Design Specifications-
- Durable/excellent quality (both the chord and sound)/ safe to use. Should be able to operate in hot and cold environments, but not water and should expect routine use and wear. Should last no less that 2 years without problems or maintenance. Also should be non- toxic and safe to use anywhere with no environmental concerns. We would like to use silicon if possible or something similar.
- Cost effective. Should be under 10 dollars to make.
- Comfortable and able to fit into ear without falling out.
- Simplicity of use both when folding and when listening.
- Compatible with multiple platforms and devices.
- Mobile and able to be carried around discreetly in pocket.
- Aesthetically pleasing and professional looking.
November 3- November 9