EQS MBUX Redesign
A user-centered and intuitive redesign of the MBUX system tailored for the Mercedes Benz EQS, employing simplified design principles. The prototype was tested in VR.
UX Design
UX Design
UX Design
Project Info
Team Project
3 Designer
Duration
2 WeeksOct
2022 - Oct 2022
My Role
HMI Architecture, UI Design, Rendering, VR Integration
Team Project
Figma
Miro
Unity
Axure
VRED Pro
Keyshot
Background
The Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) Hyperscreen, while visually stunning and technologically advanced, has garnered mixed reviews regarding its usability. It features a wide, curved digital display that spans the entire dashboard, integrating AI capabilities to learn user habits and provide personalized suggestions. However, its practical utility for users often falls short of expectations, particularly for those who prioritize ease of use over aesthetics.
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Impressive Aesthetics: The Hyperscreen delivers an immersive and futuristic visual experience, enhanced by ambient lighting and seamless integration of physical and digital elements
Advanced AI Features: It learns from user behavior to provide contextual suggestions, such as navigation routes or frequently used settings, which can be useful over time
Weaknesses
Complexity: Critics argue that the interface's "fancy" appearance often overcomplicates basic tasks
Distracting Design: The sheer size and brightness of the screen, coupled with its vibrant visuals, can detract from the driving experience, raising concerns about driver distraction
Cost and Accessibility: The Hyperscreen is an expensive option, which may alienate buyers who value practicality over luxury
Redesign
To enhance the usability of the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) Hyperscreen by addressing its complexity and ensuring that the system is intuitive, minimizes cognitive load, and aligns with user needs.
Problem Identification
- Information Overload: Displaying too much data at once overwhelms users.
- Navigational Challenges: Hidden or buried functions make essential tasks harder to access.
- Driver Distraction: The extensive and vibrant display can divert attention from the road.
Effortlessly Intuitive
Streamlined Minimalism
Tailored Personalization
Autonomy-Optimized
INTERACTIONS
HMI Architecture
Interaction Flow and Information Architecture
Screen Space: Gauge Cluster, Center Control, Passenger Screen
Screen to Screen Interactions
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Mode Change
CUSTOMIZED EXPERIENCE
To match driving style of each individual driver and driving condition. Each mode has a unique level of autonomy available
Relax Mode
Autonomous Lv2
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For the ultimate comfort and relaxing driving,providing a
seamless ride and acceleration.
Relax Mode
Autonomous Lv0
For an exhilarating driving adventure,providing responsive
steering and boundless power.
Relax Mode
Autonomous Lv3
To create a soothing and engaging experience,drivers have
the freedom to divert their focus from the road and
indulge in media.
Relax Mode
Autonomous Lv2
For an optimal ‘blind box’ experience, if you're uncertain and want to explore, the A.I. assistant can assist you finding a suitable destination tailored to your preferences.
Advanced Apple CarPlay
Usability Testing
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For me, this interface is very easy to navigate around, and seeing everything in VR was really cool
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Memorability
Memorability
Interactive Ambient Lighting
Watching Movie
Huge screen
Memorability
The passenger screen might have been too extra.
Navigate bar should be bigger.
Memorability
Favorite Elements
3D map view
Music interactions
Car summoning feature (safety)
Least Favorite Elements
Comfort level adjustment, wouldn’t use as much at first
Some of the text in the navigation bar was difficult to read
“
I would enjoy being in the car more often with this kind of interface, driving or waiting for my sister！
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Takeaway