Design Of Mobile Application Research Articles

Beyond Navigation: Exploring Users' Contextual Information Needs and Concerns When Interacting with Mobile Map Apps

ABSTRACTMobile map applications greatly facilitate users' everyday information practices and provide them with real‐time and accurate information in different contexts. However, few studies have explored the contextual information needs of users in their interactions with mobile maps. Semi‐structured interviews with 18 participants revealed that users present diverse and rich information needs in their everyday use of map applications, and in addition to the most common information needs for situ navigation, users' contextual information needs varied. Particularly, mobile map applications are increasingly characterized by serious leisure while highlighting their utility. In addition, with the evolution of the platformization of map applications, users are also demanding more autonomy, visibility, and security. This study contributes to the literature on human‐information interaction in mobile maps and sheds light on the user experience design of mobile map applications.

User-Centered Design Strategies for Age-Friendly Mobile News Apps

With the increasing elderly population, catering to the digital news needs of the elderly has become increasingly crucial. This study employs factor analysis to explore the requirements and challenges of elderly individuals when using mobile news applications, aiming to provide strategies and directions for age-friendly design of mobile news applications. The research first summarizes a series of key factors that influence elderly users when using mobile news applications, categorizing them into three primary factors: usability and navigation, visual presentation and readability, and interaction and touch controls. Further entropy weight analysis reveals that the usability and navigation factor holds the highest priority for improvement, followed by visual presentation and readability, and lastly, interaction and touch controls. Based on these findings, we propose a series of age-friendly design strategies, including rational interface layout, clear text and images, and user-friendly interaction controls. These strategies not only enhance the digital news experience for elderly users but also offer valuable guidance and innovation for the field of mobile application design.

A comprehensive learnability framework for mobile application design for older adults

A comprehensive learnability framework for mobile application design for older adults

The design of a model for providing information at local museums through mobile devices with Beacon technology

This research aimed 1) to study the information and information system of the museum, 2) to create a system for providing information within the museum via mobile applications, and 3) to assess the satisfaction of the users of information system within the museum via mobile devices by using Beacon technology. First, the data were collected from related documents and interview with experts, and the obtained data were then used for the design of a system and an application called MUCON which is Beacon technology for providing information within the museum. The designed information system and MUCON application were then tested and assessed by visitors at Ja Thawee Folk Museum in Thailand in terms of their satisfaction towards the performance of the information system and mobile application design, including additional comments and feedback by using questionnaire. The results showed that the system for providing information within the museum via mobile applications and MUCON application were successfully designed and created. Moreover, the satisfaction with the performance of the information system and mobile application design was also assessed and proved that they were suitable for use. Limitations of the study are discussed, and recommendations for further research are also made.

User Interface Design and Usability Evaluation of a Mental Health Mobile Application for Healthcare Workers: A Nursing Informatics Perspective

Objectives: The critical need for accessible mental health support for healthcare workers during pandemics underscores the importance of tailored interventions. This study aimed to derive user interface (UI) design elements and evaluate the usability of a mobile mental health application specifically crafted for healthcare professionals, focusing on nursing informatics.Methods: The mental healing app (mHealing app) interfaces were developed, emphasizing UI design elements derived from user requirements and guided by principles of nursing informatics. Usability was assessed using the Health Information Technology Usability Evaluation Scale (Health-ITUES).Results: Six nurses, including one specializing in nursing informatics, participated in both UI design derivation and usability pilot test, providing valuable insights from a nursing informatics perspective. The mHealing app offers personalized content delivery and facilitates connections to counselors based on users’ mental health states, supported by a self-diagnosis tool. The UI design prioritizes user-centered features and intuitive navigation, addressing healthcare workers’ unique challenges during pandemics. In the usability pilot test, the app scored high in impact, perceived usefulness, and ease of use, according to Health-ITUES.Conclusions: The mHealing app, developed with a focus on UI design elements informed by nursing informatics principles, effectively addresses the mental health care needs of healthcare workers during pandemics, particularly COVID-19. Engaging six nurses in usability pilot test, including one specializing in nursing informatics, the app demonstrates a user-centered approach and intuitive UI, promising a meaningful impact in clinical settings.

Design of an Android-Based Mobile Application for Nutritional Consultation and Status Monitoring

Design of an Android-Based Mobile Application for Nutritional Consultation and Status Monitoring

Technology-enhanced environmental learning: A practical guide to educational areas for urban educators

Abstract Mobile applications are utilized by urban educators as a means to encourage environmentally friendly behaviours among city dwellers. To enhance their effectiveness, they should meet the needs of their potential users. This qualitative survey research studied urban population of the Tricity metropolitan area intended identify the perspective of residents regarding the areas that require intervention. It focuses in the potential of mobile applications in promoting pro-environmental education, particularly in areas deemed sensitive by city residents and city users. The research framework is founded on action research. The data collection technique used a survey conducted through a research panel among 821 residents and users of the Tricity metropolitan area. The data was analysed by looking at the relevance of urban challenges and related areas of support. The results of the research were that 12 areas of city functioning perceived as needing improvement were identified and emotionally relevant among the 13 indicators analysed. In conclusion, 12 educational areas of city functioning were identified as relevant for the design of mobile applications related to environmental education. The results may also serve as a basis for developing instructional environmental education for urban educators to support local policies to address the climate crisis and encourage pro-environmental behaviour among urban residents.

Accesibilidad digital para personas con pérdida auditiva y sordera

Currently, there is an enduring digital inclusion gap impacting individuals with hearing impairment. This article out-lines various endeavors undertaken to bridge this gap, along with some of the identified problems and challenges. This participation aims to share known issues through an initial analysis and diagnostic process that have aided in pinpointing some of the key barriers. This will enable the development of potential solutions and guidelines in the quest for propo-sing new and more robust standards for the design of inclusive websites and mobile applications. This multidisciplinary approach (special education, information design, computer science) offers our perspective for digital inclusion, standing out for its contribution to accessible information

Penerapan Model Design Thinking Pada Perancangan Aplikasi Informasi Desa Wisata Kabupaten Bantul

Tourism actors in the current technological era have implemented information systems. With the rapid growth of tourist villages in Bantul Regency, there is a need for promotion and digital information delivery media. However, in developing digital media it is also necessary to pay attention to aspects of the users who are the target market. The design of the application called sidewi mobile (mobile tourist village information system) is based on user experience and needs, using the Design Thinking methodology which has five stages as follows: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test. The design of the Sidewi mobile application was created using FIGMA software. This research has direct benefits, namely that it can be used as a benchmark for design needs before the development process. The results of the design are then tested using the usability testing method. Using a user friendly design approach and conducting testing using usability testing with the results of five users being able to complete the testing proves that when it was created using user experience there were no significant difficulties when used and it covered all needs.

Actualization of the content of the educational process in the artistic and creative areas of Bachelor's training in terms of the formation of digital competencies

Introduction. Currently, almost all spheres of society life activities are developing in terms of progressive digitalization, therefore it is required to promptly transform existing approaches to organizing the student learning process. The purpose of research: to determine digital competencies relevant to the field of professional activity of graduates of artistic and creative areas of training and to actualize the content of the educational process in accordance with the results obtained. Materials and methods. The study was conducted during 2021 – 2023 on the basis of the Department of Design, Art Education and Technology of Yelets State University named after I.A. Bunin. The target group included 157 respondents with experience in conducting creative activities using modern digital technologies. Empirical test methods for data collection were implemented in two ways: during direct communication and remotely using Yandex Forms. Quantitative statistical analysis was carried out using LibreOffice Calc. Results. 6 enlarged groups of digital competencies of graduates of artistic and creative areas of training, currently in demand by society and the labor market, have been identified. Based on the opinions of the respondents, they were ranked according to the degree of importance: have the skills and abilities to work with raster (16.6%) and vector (12.1%) computer graphics, design and edit pages or sites on the Internet (13.3%) , develop multimedia content (5.7%), create and edit 3D models (23.6%), use specialized programs according to the training profile (28.7%). Conclusions. The empirically obtained results were integrated into the curriculum for undergraduate training in the direction 54.03.01 Design, specialty (profile) “Design and Contemporary Digital Art”, in terms of the proportional distribution of study time between disciplines and modules focused on the development of digital competencies. The optimal sequence of developing skills in mastering specialized digital tools has been identified, which is the key to the effective outcome of the educational process. Promising vectors for the development of artistic and creative education of students have been identified, which include: design of mobile applications, creation of elements of augmented and virtual reality, development of conceptual digital games.

Healthcare professionals' willingness to utilize a mobile health application for adverse drug reaction reporting in a limited resource setting: An input for digital health, 2023

BackgroundAdverse drug reactions (ADRs) are a significant public health concern, particularly in limited resource settings where underreporting is prevalent due to various challenges. Mobile health applications (mHealth apps) offer a promising solution to enhance pharmacovigilance by facilitating easier and more efficient ADR reporting. However, despite the increasing availability and use of mHealth apps, there is a lack of evidence on healthcare professionals' willingness to adopt them for ADR reporting in resource-constrained environments. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the willingness of healthcare professionals in Ethiopia to utilize mobile health applications for adverse drug reaction reporting and identify associated factors. MethodsWe carried out a cross-sectional study involving 422 healthcare professionals working in institutional settings. We gathered data through a pretested questionnaire that participants completed themselves. We inputted the data using Epi Data V.4.6 and analyzed it using SPSS V.26. Our analysis involved conducting multivariable logistic regression to identify the factors influencing the likelihood of healthcare professionals using mobile applications to report adverse drug reactions. ResultsThe study involved 389 healthcare professionals. Approximately 301 (77.4 %) of them expressed willingness to utilize mobile applications for reporting adverse drug reactions. The willingness to utilize mobile applications was significantly associated with the type of mobile phone (smart: AOR 3.56; 95 % CI 2.15–5.67), basic computer training (AOR 4.43; 95 % CI 2.27–8.64), mobile health-related training (AOR 1.96; 95 % CI 1.01–3.79), attitude (AOR 4.01; 95 % CI 2.19–7.35), perceived ease of use (AOR 2.91; 95 % CI 1.59–5.23), and perceived usefulness (AOR 2.10; 95 % CI 1.15–3.85). ConclusionsOverall, there was a high proportion of healthcare professionals willing to use mobile devices for reporting drug adverse reactions. Their willingness correlated with factors such as the type of mobile phone, perceived ease of use, attitude, training, and perceived usefulness of mobile applications. With the increasing use of smartphones, motivation among healthcare professionals is rising. Basic computer and mHealth-related training are crucial for enhancing the acceptability of such applications and should be incorporated into future implementations. Taking these factors into account could offer insights into the design and implementation of mobile applications for adverse drug reactions in Ethiopia.

Usability Testing of Novel IoT-Infused Digital Services on Farm Equipment Reveals Farmer’s Requirements towards Future Human–Machine Interface Design Guidelines

The application of digital technologies in the agricultural sector is increasing. One of the new key technologies is the Internet of Things (IoT), which can facilitate the everyday work of farmers. For the successful adoption of IoT-enabled digital products and to ensure improved workflows, the usability of human–machine interfaces is highly important. Various design approaches of human–machine interfaces (HMIs) can currently be found in the monitoring of agricultural machinery. In this work, the most well-known HMIs are considered. Based on a usability test (participants n = 9), the user interface (UI) of a novel mobile application (NEVONEX Cockpit App) was chosen as an example of a design approach of an IoT ecosystem that is oriented towards the UI design of mobile applications. This work aims to identify the weak points of this UI. Conclusions about the needs, and thus an improvement of the user experience, are based on the suggestions for improvement and the information about the general requirements of farmers for a UI for agricultural machinery. Here, it was found that most farmers are satisfied with the UI design of their familiar tractor monitors. According to the survey, the three most important points to be considered in the UI design are intuitive operation and menu navigation, easy access to the essential functions and buttons, and sufficiently large control panels. The conducted usability tests can be considered a basis for developing HMIs for agriculture machinery. Through repeated execution of comparable usability tests, there is the possibility of developing future HMI guidelines for agriculture to improve the user experience (UX). For the NEVONEX ecosystem, feedback from the user interface testing was incorporated in a major revision of the Cockpit App’s design, where a lot more display space was given to the agronomic digital services by smartly arranging infrastructure functions in tiles.

Design and evaluation of a colon cancer mobile application

BackgroundColorectal cancer (CRC) is the third leading cause of cancer and the second cause of cancer-related deaths in the world. Despite the infrastructure and the availability of organized screening programs, participation in their screening programs is less than the set goals. Considering the importance of informing the society about the prevention and early detection of colorectal cancer symptoms and the positive impact of mobile health technologies, the present research was conducted with the aim of designing and evaluating a colon cancer mobile application.MethodsThe present research was conducted in two phases: software design and evaluation. In the first phase, the software was prepared using the cascade method. First, all the educational content related to colorectal cancer was collected through an expert panel with the participation of 10 specialists. Then the software was evaluated with alpha and beta testing, and the initial version was approved by users in terms of simplicity and usability. In the second phase, a parallel clinical randomized trial study was conducted with the aim of investigating the effect of a colon cancer mobile application on the early detection of colorectal cancer. In this stage, 204 volunteers participated; inclusion criteria were age 18–85 years, owning a smartphone and the ability to read and write. Participants were randomized into control and intervention groups. The intervention group was educated with the colon cancer application for education about colorectal cancer, and the control group was educated with a pamphlet. After education, both groups were screened for colorectal cancer symptoms, and the results were compared.ResultsIn the software evaluation phase, the application was used by 204 users. In this stage, 84 (41.2%) women and 120 (58.8%) men, with an average (Standard Deviation) age of 47.53 (13.68) participated. Participants were randomized in two groups, 103 people with an average (Standard Deviation) age of 47.62 (14.65) in intervention group and 101 people with an average (Standard Deviation) age of 47.44 (12.70) in control group. There were no significant differences between the demographic characteristics of age, gender, marriage, occupation, instruction level, digestive disease history, cancer history, cancer risk factors, and family history of cancer between the two groups (P > 0.05). The Mann-Whitney U test indicated that there is a significant difference between the two groups of participants in self-assessment, willingness to do the screening, and the results of the assessment of colorectal cancer (P < 0.05).ConclusionThe results of the research indicated the positive impact of the Colon Cancer Application on the abilities of the users of self-assessment of colon cancer. Therefore, based on the findings, it can be concluded that the use of the colon cancer mobile application is effective for colon cancer prevention and self-care.Trial registrationThis study was registered in the Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials (https://irct.behdasht.gov.ir) on 13/2/2024, with the IRCT ID: IRCT20210131050189N9.

A Study on Digital Literacy Skills and Library Services Delivery in Tamil Nādu Universities - A Correlation

The Study is about to find a correlation between Digital Literacy skills and the Library Services Delivery in Tamil Nadu Universities and more than 75 library professionals of selected Tamil Nādu Universities through random sampling method are used for the study. A questioner in Google Form was designed and circulated among the 75 users through e-mail for data collection using random sampling method. Out of the 75 questioners circulated, only 63 are dully filled and found suitable for data analysis. Descriptive and inferential statistics was used for analysis of Data and Single hypothesis with 0.05 level of significance using the linear regression was tested. Subsequently, Creswell correlational ranking was used to decide the strength of relationship strength between variables and results are displayed in frequency tables. The findings of the study show that majority of library professionals have Digital Literacy skill, a considerable number of Library Professionals have to improve their digital literacy skill in areas like ability to use computer systems for information dissemination, ability to use different software, design a simple webpage, obtain product keys for software, design Mobile Applications, and design Cloud Applications etc. Among other skills and among the numerous services provided by the library, the library professionals were skillful in using internet to search and communicate information, conduct website evaluation and use Boolean logic etc. Moreover, Study results showed a correlational value of 0.963 and the hypothesis yielded a p-value less than 0.05. Which implies that the null Hypothesis is rejected, and it is concluded that there is evidence of linear relationship and hence there is significant relationship between the Digital Literacy Skills of the Library professionals and the Library Service Delivery of the Identified universities in Tamil Nādu. Based on the results of the study it is recommended that library authorities should focus on the ways and means of, intensifying the efforts in creating awareness and should be initiated steps that the library professionals should be provided with appropriate training on digital literacy skills, their application and essence, in order to enable them to acquire more of the skills, together with applying them to maximize the library service delivery, among other things for better service to the users.

Design of Medical Mobile Application for Prediction of Medical Security Issues in Health Care

Design of Medical Mobile Application for Prediction of Medical Security Issues in Health Care

Perancangan Mobile App Digital Marketing Milkyo dengan Metode Prototype Design

This research addresses the company's current problems in increasing sales of food and beverage products. Milky Jedot (Jelly Sedot) &amp; Risol Mayo is a business with products that require online marketing to increase sales. Mobile applications are one of the right media used for marketing. Mobile application development needs to be done with the first step, namely the design process. The design method used is prototype design. This method has 6 systematic processes, namely requirements, quick plan, construction prototype design, user evaluation, refinement, and implementation. The utilisation of this method is needed to support the design to be systematic. The result of this research is a mobile application design prototype with quite complex features. The initial process of customers can create an account, then when logged in, the main menu gallery will be seen which can be used to select menus, and cancel menu selections, after which the shopping basket is seen and then enter the payment menu

Empowering the Blind: An AI Driven Indoor Assistance for Visually Impaired

Abstract: This review paper presents the design and development of a comprehensive mobile application aimed at enhancing the daily lives of visually impaired individuals. The proposed mobile app offers real-time assistance for various visual recognition tasks, including object detection, distance estimation, currency recognition, barcode detection, color recognition, and emotion analysis. The primary objective of this application is to provide visually impaired users with a powerful tool to navigate their surroundings, identify objects and currency, scan barcodes, discern colors, and even gauge the emotions of those they interact with. The app integrates pre-trained deep learning models for object detection and facial emotion analysis, computer vision techniques for distance estimation, and optical character recognition for currency recognition. User feedback and engagement are central to the ongoing improvement of the application, ensuring that it remains a valuable resource for the community it serves. Ethical considerations and privacy concerns are also addressed, with a focus on data security and user privacy. By presenting the development and functionalities of this app, this review paper not only contributes to the field of assistive technology but also underscores the importance of harnessing cutting-edge technology to improve the quality of life for visually impaired individuals.

Leveraging Technology for Sustainable Support for the Elderly in the Social Assistance Grants Empowerment (SAGE)

Abstract The integration of Information Technology in Business processes supports automation which eventually adds to its value. The Social Assistance Grants Empowerment (SAGE) is a Uganda government social protection programme in which it supports the elderly needy through disbursement of direct income. The programme is executed through five phases. It however encounters several challenges that this paper addresses by leveraging technology. Among the phases, the complaints and grievances phase presented unique challenges that required quick intervention. The decision was achieved through application of a rank matrix technique. Using BPR and design science methodologies, the C&amp;G subprocess was reengineered, where new models were developed that informed the design of mobile and web applications to support the automation and process improvement. Moreover, simulation results from 2 scenarios are presented to compare the old and revised model. The revised model exhibited greater improvements where a case can be resolve in 8 days compared to over 2 months period in the old case. The tools are yet to be evaluated and fully deployed.

ON THE METHODS OF TEACHING THE DISCIPLINE “UX/UI DESIGN” IN PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITIES, WITH THE PURPOSE OF ТEACHING FUTURE TEACHERS TO DESIGN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES ORIENTED TO LEARNERS

Informatization of education has been one of the main trends in modern education for more than two decades. But despite this, many teachers are not yet able to professionally participate in the modernization of today's schools. The main obstacle to the effective work of teachers is the lack of digital competence and the lack of ability to use electronic teaching tools. To solve this problem, it is necessary to increase the level of digital competence among teachers and teach them the basic principles and technologies of designing and developing electronic educational resources. This needs to start from the stage of trainings in pedagogical universities. The article aims to show the need to train students of pedagogical universities in the basics of design and development of electronic educational resources, as well as to demonstrate the importance of introducing the “UX/UI Design” course into the educational process for training future teachers in the design of educational resources focused on learners. The article presents some features of teaching the discipline “UX/UI design” in pedagogical universities, and various approaches leading to the development of creative thinking of students. Particular attention is drawn to presenting the capabilities of Figma technology, as well as the ease of its use in the design of electronic educational resources and learning-oriented mobile applications.

NasiQu: Designing Mobile Applications with the Concept of Social Entrepreneurship for Hunger People Using Agile Methods

Entrepreneurship is becoming an essential part of everyday life today. But the social problems of society, especially cases of hunger, have also become an essential issue to date. Digital entrepreneurship has become a trend recently, with many digital business platforms and emerging applications. However, combining digital entrepreneurship with social activities becomes more attractive, which we know as Digital Social Entrepreneurship. This study describes and explains the stages in designing NasiQu, a mobile social entrepreneurship application, to see how agile can make digital social entrepreneurship interesting by involving people's sense of concern for people in need, in this case, hungry people. The Agile method, one of many used in software development, is the one that is being used. The Agile method is a short-term system development approach that calls for quick adaptation and developers who can work with any change. The results of this product from NasiQu can facilitate donations in the form of packaged rice to those who need food; in the case of this implementation, it is still specifically for orphans. In this application, there are three users, namely donors, admins, and partners. All these users have different roles and application usage flows. In addition, this application makes food donation activities more effective and can be done anywhere and anytime. It is hoped that the ongoing implementation of this activity will help many people who need food and impact opening new job opportunities.