Overview
Todo++ is a physical productivity assistant designed for people who want to stay organized while reducing digital distractions. With a minimalist e-paper desk device and a fully integrated mobile app control center, Todo++ blends the calmness of analog routines with the smartness of modern-day tech.
The Problem
Traditional productivity apps are:
Easily lost in a sea of notifications
Overcomplicated with features people barely use
Mentally taxing for those who want focus, intention, and clarity
Users want:
A simple, tactile experience
Encouragement, not pressure
A calm interface for reflection, reminders, and progress tracking
The Solution
A dedicated hardware + app ecosystem that:
Lives on your desk as a mindful task companion
Uses an e-paper screen for low distraction and eye comfort
Includes AI voice interaction for journaling, checking in, and motivation
Syncs seamlessly with your mobile app for control, customization, and deep tracking
Design Process
. Research
Spoke with freelancers, parents, and minimalists
Noted user pain-points around burnout, disorganization, and screen fatigue
2. Define
How can we build a system that nudges, not nags?
What does a calm, helpful productivity flow look like in hardware?
3. Ideate
Explored moodboards for paper-inspired tech, retro task machines, and AI personalities
Built flows that combine journaling, task lists, motivation, and shared collaboration
4. Design
Wireframed app and device screens
Modeled 3D concepts of the e-paper device
Built low-fidelity clickthrough of app interactions
5. Test
Asked testers to interact with both mobile mockups and physical button prompts
Validated which flows worked best for low effort / high clarity
Mobile App
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