Fuze play and charge
Unleash your potential.
As portable gaming grows, so does the need for longer battery life. Enter Fuze: a sleek external battery pack designed to match the PS5 controller's aesthetics and provide seamless, uninterrupted power. With a focus on modern technology and user needs, Fuze blends style and functionality, empowering gamers to keep playing without limits.
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Brand identity
Fuze’s brand captures innovation and sleek design, reflecting its commitment to elevating gaming experiences. Built to resonate with gamers, its identity stands out in a competitive market, creating a strong connection with its audience and positioning Fuze as a leader in gaming accessories.
Research and Positioning
Fuze is designed as a premium product, aligning with the PlayStation 5’s status. Market research revealed most competitors’ solutions were bulky, uncomfortable, and limited charging during play. Fuze’s sleek, ergonomic design directly addresses these pain points.
Ideation
Fuze’s design process combined group brainstorming with focused sketching, generating diverse ideas and refining them into practical, innovative solutions. This iterative approach ensured a balance of creativity and functionality.
Prototyping
We developed prototypes using foam models and 3D printing to refine ergonomics and fit. Foam models helped perfect the grip, while 3D printing allowed for precise testing of the form. Initial findings led to a hybrid design: a thicker, stable base for charging and a slim top for comfortable hand placement. Each iteration brought Fuze closer to a seamless integration with the PS5 controller.
In the final stages of Fuze's design, we employed 3D CAD to meticulously add intricate details, ensuring a seamless integration with the PlayStation 5 controller. Through 3D printing, we created tangible prototypes for rigorous testing and validation, refining the fit and form of Fuze with each iteration.
This iterative process allowed us to achieve precision and finesse, culminating in a gaming accessory that redefines on-the-go gaming and promises an unparalleled user experience. Fuze stands as a testament to our dedication, engineering expertise, and commitment to delivering excellence in gaming accessories.
Internal Component Layout
Fuze's design resembles an example of form follows function, where the charging coil is integrated in its wider base, communicating that it is meant for wireless charging and stable placement.
User Interface
Fuze's seamless integration with the PlayStation 5 controller not only ensures a constant power supply but also opens up exciting possibilities for an enhanced user experience. With a flat bottom design, both Fuze and the controller can be conveniently placed on a wireless charging pad, simplifying the charging process for gamers on the go. Embracing this opportunity, we harnessed the device's charging time to introduce a captivating user interface.
Final Design
With engineering nearly complete, Fuze is ready for injection molding. To bring this vision to life, Fuze has launched a Kickstarter campaign, inviting gamers and investors to support its journey to production.
