Tag Archives: mex

Fashion over function?

Marek Pawlowski write about one of the topics at this year’s MEX conference: fashion.
“It may be limited to the high-end of the mobile market, but Vertu is a great example of two very important techniques which are applicable at all levels: total experience planning and customer involvement. The Vertu experience extends across the hardware, software, [...]

MEX design competition

MEX is hosting a design competition of sorts – encouraging people to showcase design ideas (or new products) for mobile. Here are some of them.
The Blind Phone concept seems to a bit of a dexterity obstacle course – I’m not sure how you could dial with a pinky finger and keep a decent grip [...]

Mobiles and the developing world interview

Marek Pawlowski spoke with JD Moore about mobiles and developing countries for the upcoming MEX conference. Watch the 20 minute video below.
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JD Moore talks to Marek Pawlowski about mobile user experience in developing markets
Link: In-depth video [...]

MEX 2008 Manifesto

Marek Pawlowski of the MEX conference has published a ten point manifesto for next years’ meeting:
1. Content itself will be the interface of the future
2. Handsets are no longer just for the hand
3. Fragmentation is the enemy of innovation
4. Fashion is a stronger motivator than functionality
5. The developing world is the new frontier for mobile [...]

MEX conference

The MEX (Mobile User Experience) conference is coming to London very soon. Late last year they published a ten point manifesto which will form the focus of presentations and discussions for the conference, which is is a great idea.
“1. Understanding users and delivering exceptional customer service is just as important a part of the mobile [...]