Abstract

This study focuses on young people between 16 to 25 years of age with experience using smartphone technology. The study conducted face-to-face interviews to investigate the perceptions of smartphone interfaces. Results have revealed that 16 to 25 year olds can be divided into four groups according to the preferences regarding the characteristics of smartphone interface design. An analysis of these four user groups can provide a summary of the primary and customized demands of young people for a smartphone interface. The results of this survey could serve as a reference for professionals designing smartphone interfaces in related industries.

Key words: Smartphone, mobile phone interface, interface requirement.