The Design Vault is a show where we learn from the past and present as we shape the future of design together, brought to you by hosts Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami.
We’ll discuss iconic products like the Walkman, the 808, and much more, as well as the stories behind them.
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The Design Vault is a show where we learn from the past and present as we shape the future of design together, brought to you by hosts Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami.
We’ll discuss iconic products like the Walkman, the 808, and much more, as well as the stories behind them.
Follow us on instagram @thedesignvaultpodcast to join the conversation.
In this episode, Moni Wolf, former industrial designer at Motorola, shares her journey and experiences working at the company. She discusses joining Motorola and her time in the Paging Division before transitioning to the mobile phone division. Moni also talks about the establishment of the Milan Design Center and the influence it had on Motorola's design process. We discussed the iconic Motorola Razr phone's design and the importance of UX and creativity. Lastly, we discussed design's role in Motorola's success and the shift to digital design, highlighting the need for systematic thinking and problem-solving
TAKEAWAYS
Introduction of the Motorola Razr as a pivotal product
Transition from working on pagers to mobile phones
Collaborative efforts in engineering to solve issues like the antenna placement
Discussion on Razr’s role as a cultural icon and fashion statement
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Hosts: Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami
Production and Post-production: Romina Hakim, Toño Tellez and Poonam Patel
Music: Red Lips Media LLC
Brand Design: Rafael Poloni
The Design Vault
The Design Vault is a show where we learn from the past and present as we shape the future of design together, brought to you by hosts Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami.
We’ll discuss iconic products like the Walkman, the 808, and much more, as well as the stories behind them.
Follow us on instagram @thedesignvaultpodcast to join the conversation.