Kairos

Problem

**Over-automation, privacy concerns, and limited usage control often left knowledge workers feeling disconnected from their AI-assisted workflows.**

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Our vision is to make smart tools feel more personal—enhancing focus, autonomy, and trust in every moment of work.

Core Features

Through tangible, intentional interactions, Kairos can help knowledge workers capture precise moments in long conversations and dynamic work environments.

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Audio Shutter

Kairos invites users to consciously slide to capture key moments they want to highlight.

Rather than passively recording everything—which often leads to overwhelming, unreadable transcripts—this interaction encourages focused engagement and ensures that important thoughts don’t get lost in a sea of AI-generated text.

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Physical Mute Control

Kairos prioritizes user privacy and autonomy by allowing the microphone to be physically turned on or off through a simple rotation of the top plate. A clear visual indicator ensures both the wearer and those around them are aware when the mic is muted—promoting transparency and mutual respect in shared spaces.

Versatile Form

Beyond being a smartwatch, Kairos transforms into a compact, freestanding display—ideal for small group meetings, user interviews, or personal reflection. Its foldable, magnetic strap enables seamless transitions between private and collaborative modes of use.

User Groups

Kairos is designed for modern knowledge workers navigating fast-paced, high-context environments. These individuals often rely on text- and tech-based workflows while juggling intense schedules. They frequently engage with clients, business partners, and colleagues across hybrid settings, requiring them to rapidly switch between contexts and retain key details with different focus.

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Group A: The Builders & Hustlers

→ Business Managers / Sales / Tech Bros

Group B: The Visionaries & Vibe Setters

→ Designers / UX Researchers / Small Startups / Journalists / Content Creators

Ideation

Final Design Direction

To distinguish Kairos from conventional round or square smartwatches, we developed a hybrid form that merges a half-circle with a half-square silhouette. Drawing from Gestalt psychology, the visual "incompleteness" of the top layer subtly guides users toward interaction.

Prototyping

CMF & Trend Research

Signature CMF - Titan Blaze

→ for general tech professionals and more mature user groups

Titan Blaze features a classic combination of silver and subtle light orange accents for a touch of energy. The metallic-finished leather strap adds a futuristic edge while maintaining an air of sophistication.

Rose Latte

→ for modern female professionals

There are few AI hardware products specifically designed with women in mind. However, in today’s knowledge-driven era, women play an irreplaceable role in the workforce. This CMF direction features a soft touch through pastel tones combined with rose gold accents, offering an elegant yet professional presence.

Blueberry Bubblegum

→ for bold individuals with a strong personal statement and a sustainable mindset

This is a more playful and vibrant CMF variation, featuring sky blue tones and recycled materials such as light pink speckled textures. Accented with pops of magenta, it gives off a casual yet expressive vibe—both individuality and conscious living.