Communications

eSticky in Daily Social Welfare Home “Klub Starówka” in Poznań

On January 19, 2024, Harpo representatives had the pleasure of visiting one of the Daily Social Welfare Home No. 4 “Klub Starówka” in Poznań...

eSticky Plenary Meeting: launch of the prototype in Bologna

The eSticky meeting will take place on 28 and 29 September. It will take place in the Luogo Comune (BO) location and at the Aias Bologna Onlus.

Fighting Alzheimer's together

Today we commemorate World Alzheimer's Day. eSticky partners united to improve the quality of life of those affected.

eSticky devices at the "Autumn school for young neurologists"

The conference "Autumn school for young neurologists" was held not many days ago. Harpo, as a partner, introduced eSticky.

eSticky device: early design mockup

During the development of the eSticky project, we presented several tangible, non-functional 3D design mockups.

Base box design of eSticky device

This main eSticky display could be the basic set, with the possibility of purchasing other battery-powered displays.

UI Design Concept: the eSticky project

After defining what the eSticky product functions are, the next step is to develop main ideas and solutions that fulfill these functions. 

Mounting of eSticky device

In this article we take a closer look at the eSticky device mounting and support system.

Practical functions: handling optimization, cleaning, device maintenance

In this article we take a closer look at some of the most important practical functions of eSticky. 

Implementation of eSticky hardware: features and components

In this article we are going to take a closer look at how the eSticky hardware implementation works and what its features are. 

Selection of hardware components of eSticky

According to the design research, the use of eSticky devices should be easy for our target group, that is, people with memory problems. 

eSticky's User Interface: a comprehensive overview

In this article, we see the models used in user evaluation, carried out in collaboration between technical and design partners.

Toward Cyprus: the sustainable journey of designer Werner Daxberger

A meeting on the eSticky project was held in Cyprus on May 18 and 19 focusing on the final analysis of the prototype.

eSticky at the Long-Term Care in Practice conference in Opole

For us at eSticky, it was another opportunity to introduce the project to professionals in the field.

eSticky at the SightCity fair in Frankfurt

With the eSticky project, we had the pleasure of participating in the SightCity fair in Frankfurt, May 10-12, 2023.

Design for all: one of the key elements of the eSticky project

The eSticky project aims to help older people gain new perspectives by helping them remember their commitments and small daily appointments.

Standards and interoperability: eSticky’s ISO standards

The development and evaluation of the eSticky system will be based on the application of ISO standards and guidelines. 

eSticky: your digital post-it note

The eSticky project aims to help older people gain new perspectives by helping them remember their daily commitments and small appointments. 

Display of eSticky: device’s design

The practical functions of ease of use, cost consciousness, and environmental issues are the terms that can be used to describe the properties of the eSticky display. 

Ergonomic requirements of eSticky’s individual hardware elements

Now let's see in detail what are the ergonomic requirements of the individual hardware elements of the eSticky project.

User stories: the primary and secondary user interaction procedure with eSticky

The user stories describe the procedure of primary and secondary users' interaction with eSticky, and aim to provide an overview of how it works

System Architecture of eSticky: how it works

The basic ideas for a System Architecture with the most appropriate hardware and software components at this stage of development.

Alzheimer's disease and prevention: how to keep the brain young

Alzheimer's disease represents the most common form of dementia, a neurodegenerative disease that progressively tends to kill nerve cells.

Universal Design Approach of eSticky: how it works

The Universal Design Approach used by eSticky is a process of creating products that are easily accessible even by people with disabilities.

Spring School of Young Neurologists: together for the future

eSticky with AAL project at Spring School of Young neurologists in Poland: together for the futuro, march 3-4 2023.

Harpo at the conference in Poznań

On Thursday, February 16, 2023, The Long-Term Care in Practice conference under the honorary patronage of the Minister of Health was held in Poznań....

EWAHA 2022 - Poland

eSticky to the European Week for Active and Healthy Aging (EWAHA) to be held October 18-20, 2022 in Gdansk, Poland! EWAHA is the European...

Always keep track of the location of your loved one

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a serious disease that affects many older people today. Caring for AD patients can be both physically and mentally demanding....

The difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's

Today we talk about the difference between Dementia and Alzheimer’s which very often are considered the same thing. Dementia has replaced an older word...

Big Data and scientific research

Big Data has been called, in recent years, “an invaluable source of value,” the new gold, but merely collecting the data, while taking advantage...

eSticky is your digital Post-it.

Advanced technological solutions

Our platform uses the best technologies, and above all 3 main features: 😉 User friendly Our systems are designed for older people, so they...

Technology has also entered the Braille tables

Harpo has been a leader in the industry for years. Connect to your phone, netbook, PC or tablet; browse your external device, write SMS,...

What is the AAL - Active and Assisted Living project

AAL was a joint program in support of an active and autonomous life (Active and Assisted Living), born after the conclusion of a previous...

A working group from around the world

An international working group We are seven partners from four European countries-Italy, Austria, Cyprus and Poland. We have brought our design, marketing and technology...

In the design of apps dedicated to healthcare (healthcare apps), the design of an engaging UX affects the interaction skills between doctor and patient

The design of healthcare apps is a very complex process, which involves great responsibilities for ux designers: the best thing to do, first of...

Conference "Brain - development - Communication" | 2-3 March in Poznan

On March 2nd and 3rd there will be a scientific conference on “Brain – Development – Communication” and eSticky will also be present! The...

A new way to track the progression of Alzheimer

The concentration of a particular protein in CSF (CSF, cerebrospinal fluid), the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, is a reliable indicator...

How does eSticky work in practice? Mrs Smith explains it to us!

Let’s take an example to explain the potential of eSticky.   👵🏻 Mrs. Smith is an 82-year-old woman with mild dementia and lives alone,...

Low energy bluetooth technology

Our displays will be based on the Android operating system and will be equipped with 3G, WI-FI and BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) connectivity. BLE...

What is dementia

What are we without memory? It is possible to face daily challenges by forgetting who we are or the name of the objects that...

Living Through Touch Symposium– Smart, Haptic Communication for Inclusion, Accessibility, and Participation

Communications and technology influence each other. When health problems arise, devices equipped with artificial intelligence can help the psychophysical improvement of subjects. Many studies...

The importance of colors in digital

The chromatic agreement or disagreement helps to define the device in terms of usability. Furthermore, the choice of colors predominantly affects the emotions and...

First hardware tests

The revolution brought about by the introduction of ICT (information communication technology) favors social well-being by introducing intelligent systems. Emerging technologies, applied in every...

UI mockup user tests

Dementia doesn’t take a break in times of the coronavirus. The circumstances caused by loneliness and less interaction have tended to exacerbate the situations...

How eSticky works

ESticky is configured as a digital post-it able to communicate information and transmit notifications. In the last meeting held by the partners it was...

Usability of the platform

The eSticky project is proceeding at full speed and the researches oriented to its functioning are more and more precise. One of the aspects...

Strategy and Communication

The purpose of the device is to be able to convey information clearly and transparently to people with memory impairments, but the project also...

User-friendly Architecture

Focusing on the design phase and building a solid system architecture is crucial for the success of a product. The aim of the eSticky...

Kickoff meeting. The beginning of a great project

With the health emergency, the traditional kick off meeting was held online thanks to the Skype platform! The seven partners involved in the creation...

Post-it and memory - eSticky is born

The Estiky project was born out of the need to develop a device that would be a valuable support tool for people with memory...