2026-27 Capstone

Design Conjecture Three, Play Row

Digital Sketch of Play Row

Play Row is a projectable Bluetooth speaker with voice automated technology. Individuals can easily connect to the single speaker at once by placing their phone on the designated location in the center of the consul. In addition, individuals can manually connect to the speaker without placing their phone in the middle as well; this allows for multiple people to connect at once. The only difference is the phone that is placed in the middle of the consul is projected onto the first and second row dashboards. This allows for users in the front and second row to interact with the interactive projected screen, bringing users in the first and second row together.

The conceptual design of the Play Row was inspired by an article discussing Bluetooth. Bluetooth continues to be a popular commodity amongst the public, offering a wireless connection. To create a more connected experience for users, I designed a display to be projected in the first and second row of the car. This allows users from both rows to interact with one another through music.

Key Highlights

Built in Bluetooth speaker that allows multiple devices to connect to the speaker at once.
Can easily rotate music with first and second projected dashboard.
Creates an increased family experience through the projection of music the family collaborates to play.

Downsides

Bulky in size
Music can get distorted if multiple devices are connected and playing at the same time.
Gets in the way of the armrest space and the middle counsel for storage.
Distracts the driver as it is displayed on the front dashboard.
Children may constantly change the music is being played through the projected back display.
The projected dashboard may be hard to reach for younger children.
The design is not aesthetic

Article Inspiration

Franklin, C., & Pollette, C. (2000, June 28). How Bluetooth Works. HowStuffWorks. https://electronics.howstuffworks.com/bluetooth.htm

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