Conclusion of my Research

As mentioned in my previous blog posts I need to consider the time frame in order to allocate the amount of work to be produced. Due to this factor the features incorporated into the actual working model will be minimal although I will try my best to include as many as possible.

In my previous blogs I have mentioned various features I would like to include within my project, I have listed them here so you can see the overall multimodal input methods I would like to use:

• Image input (scanner)
• Drawing/handwriting input
• Voice Memo

From the further research I have carried out there are various areas that appeal to me, with the ability to use the track-pad on a Mac to handwrite allows me to explore future plans for this project. It would be beneficial to enhance the capabilities onto a laptop for those users who have multiple technological devices although I will not consider implementing this due to my time frame but it is definitely on my to do list in future. The capabilities that Google provide for the implementation of handwriting will continue to grow; this is a positive aspect for my potential project, as I know I will be able to enhance it further. My aim for this project is to be able to have a decent application with the ability to compete with others hence why I researched current trends and the functionality of Google Play. With Google Play as time passes and my project progresses this app could update my customers apps with any new features I have added. It gives me the potential to grow without needing to redo a whole piece of software. 

The research process for this project will continue all throughout until the final product is complete. Therefore I have listed some tasks that I will need to complete from now until the final hand in:

• Research into various forms of studio set up (to be able to incorporate a multitude of functions needed)
• Action Script code
• Paper Prototypes
• User Testing on design
• User Testing on colour schemes
• User Testing of the actual device

My Overall Aim

The project I aim to produce is a multimodal application for lighting within a studio, the purpose is so that it's users can plan, capture or save a form of lighting for a project with notes for reference. Here the various forms of input will help users choose their preferences of how they would like to capture their information. The main interface will consist of a plain screen with various icons to choose from, these icons represent the equipment within a studio. With the variety of input methods I will provide the user will be able to choose preferences and forms of input which are convenient for them therefore in a way allowing them to customize it slightly. 

The next step of this project is to start building and continue researching; all the progress will be recorded on this blog.