Group Alarm: Organized Mornings
Let me take you through a little project of mine called "Group Alarm." It all started with a tweet from a celebrity, who casually showed off their never-ending list of alarms on their phone. They mentioned having alarms for all sorts of things, and that got me thinking – why not organize alarms just like we do our files? Why not have different sets of alarms for different kinds of days? That's how the idea for "Group Alarm" was born.
Let me take you through a little project of mine called "Group Alarm." It all started with a tweet from a celebrity, who casually showed off their never-ending list of alarms on their phone. They mentioned having alarms for all sorts of things, and that got me thinking – why not organize alarms just like we do our files? Why not have different sets of alarms for different kinds of days? That's how the idea for "Group Alarm" was born.
The Inspiration
So, yeah, I was scrolling through Twitter one day and saw this celebrity showing off their alarms app, which had a gazillion alarms. They talked about how they added alarms for multiple purposes, and it got me thinking. Why not sort alarms based on your type of day? Workdays, weekends, and whatnot – just switch the group on and off based on your daily routine.
User Feature Planning
First things first, I had to plan out the features with users in mind. I didn't want to confuse anyone by making alarm-setting overly complicated, so I divided the flows into two major sections. One was for creating alarms like you would in any regular alarm app, and the other was for creating alarms in groups. I had to make sure these two flows were distinct, so users wouldn't get lost in the process.
User Flow Planning
I also wanted to make sure the app felt familiar. People are used to the traditional alarm app, so I kept an "All Alarms" tab to let users use it as they always have. But, of course, I added the innovation of alarm groups for those who wanted more organization.
Design
Design System
Now, onto the design. I had to think about fonts and colors, making sure everything was easy to read because users might have a long list of alarms. I also added multiple themes to give each alarm group its own distinct look and feel without even reading their names. Visual cues were key.
Now, onto the design. I had to think about fonts and colors, making sure everything was easy to read because users might have a long list of alarms. I also added multiple themes to give each alarm group its own distinct look and feel without even reading their names. Visual cues were key.
Design Screens
The design screens needed to be super efficient because setting alarms isn't something you do every day. So, I made each alarm group unique with different styles and colors. And, of course, I added visual cues to help users know exactly where they were in the app at a glance.
Conclusion
To wrap it up, "Group Alarm" stands as a testament to the power of simplicity and innovation in everyday life. This little project, sparked by a tweet and driven by a desire for organization, disrupted the traditional alarm app experience. It offered users a fresh way to structure their alarms based on their daily routines.
With over 100 downloads and 11 insightful reviews, "Group Alarm" demonstrated how a thoughtful design can enhance everyday experiences. It's a reminder that sometimes, the most impactful solutions come from reimagining the ordinary, one alarm at a time.
