Philips VoiceTracer 1070

From concept to launch – shaping a user-friendly audio recorder experience

Project overview

The Philips VoiceTracer 1070 is a compact and affordable audio recorder designed for everyday voice recording needs. With its intuitive interface, monochrome segment display, and essential features, it offers users a simple yet effective way to capture audio on the go.

Scope of work

For this project, I was deeply involved across multiple disciplines—from initial coordination to product launch. Key responsibilities included:

  • Product design coordination
    Collaborated closely with the product designer to align on hardware aesthetics and user interface elements.
  • Interface & usability design
    Developed the button print layout, designed the segment display graphics, and crafted a usage concept tailored for the firmware team to ensure intuitive navigation and ease of use.
  • Firmware collaboration
    Worked hands-on with firmware developers, tested beta samples, and provided iterative feedback to fine-tune the user experience.
  • Packaging & artwork
    Created the packaging concept and artwork design, ensuring visual consistency and shelf appeal.
  • Go-to-market activities
    Supported the product launch by developing key marketing assets, including a product leaflet, marketing website content, and materials for launch campaigns.

Services

UX & Interaction Design, Product Management, Go to Market

Industry

Consumer Electronics

Year

2025

Final outcome

The Philips VoiceTracer 1070 is currently in development, with beta testing in progress and ongoing collaboration between design, firmware, and development teams. Feedback from initial testing rounds has been instrumental in refining the user interface and overall experience. Packaging concepts and marketing materials are in the early planning stages, with a focus on creating a cohesive and accessible product presentation. The project is progressing steadily toward launch, aiming to deliver an intuitive and affordable audio recorder tailored to everyday voice recording needs.