International Journal of Advanced Culture Technology

  • 제11권4호
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  • Pages.302-309
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  • 2023
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  • 2288-7202(pISSN)
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  • 2288-7318(eISSN)
국제문화기술진흥원 (The International Promotion Agency of Culture Technology)
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How to Enhance Perceived Usefulness, Ease of Use, and Fit of Wearables: An Exploratory Study about the Physical Attributes of Smart Wristbands and Smartwatches

  • Shim, Soo In (Department of Fashion Design, Jeonbuk National University/Research Institute of Human Ecology, Jeonbuk National University) ;
  • Yu, Heejeong (Department of Human Ecology, Jeonbuk National University)
  • 투고 : 2023.10.06
  • 심사 : 2023.11.05
  • 발행 : 2023.12.31
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Wearable devices, attached to the human body, track and enhance users' activities, health, and communication. Therefore, considering ergonomic factors in product design is crucial. However, previous research has somewhat overlooked the importance of integrating ergonomic design elements into a broad spectrum of design factors. This study aims to examine the impact of physical attributes inherent in smart wristbands and smartwatches on the perceived functional value, specifically, perceived usefulness, ease of use, and fit. A survey was conducted among 289 US adults who had experience using smart wristbands or smartwatches. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, factor analysis, Cronbach's alpha, t-test, MANOVA, and regression analysis in SPSS version 29. The results showed that the shape of the front display significantly influenced perceived ease of use, and the product's weight had a substantial impact on both perceived ease of use and fit. Furthermore, distinct technical features on the front display had varied effects on perceived usefulness, ease of use, and fit. Notably, the presence of activity tracking, alarm, and calendar functionalities led to distinct differences in ease of use and fit. Features such as distance tracking, phone call, social media notifications, text messaging, and time display functions showed significant influences on the perception of fit. These findings provide insights into the physical values of smart wristbands and smartwatches as perceived by users.

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