WiP Poster

There is a growing divide between seniors and their younger family members today due to differences in access to and attitudes towards technology. Much of the benefits of digital technology remain inaccessible to seniors. Photo sharing is one such area. We hope to explore a method of sharing photos between generations and strengthen their communication. We present a novel photo browsing interface that combines the connectivity and convenience of the digital world with the familiarity of a traditional album. The Family Album disguises a cloud-connected photo browsing device as a photo album under a lamp which can be easily used by the elderly user. A smartphone app was designed for younger users to share and manage photos for their elderly relatives who use the Family Album. Design, prototyping details and user feedback are also discussed.