Twenty Thousand Hertz
Auditory Icons: Credit card beeps to driverless car melodies
May 19, 2021
17:50
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- Good device sounds should be satisfying and designed to prompt action without causing stress or annoyance.
- Redesigning the sound of credit card readers can change user behavior without annoyance and guide users without negatively impacting their cognitive function.
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Designing Device Sounds
Designing device sounds is important for user experience. Good device sounds are satisfying, while bad ones can cause stress. The attributes of a sound, such as its quality and familiarity, play a role in how it is perceived. The sound of a ringing telephone can be annoying due to associations with interrupted sleep. Devices can be designed to prompt action without causing stress or annoyance. Skeomorphism, where sounds mimic real-world actions, can effectively communicate functionality to users.
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