PART 1: ASSESSING SMARTPHONES BASED ON USABILITY GOALS. EFFECTIVENESS: Can smartphones increase the level of productivity for it users? With the latest innovations in today's smartphones, users can easily talk to their colleagues, update them on certain tasks even when they are away from their workspaces, and keep things light and hassle-free by eliminating the need for stacks of documents with the help of app-synchronized files When users begins to work, does some smartphone help them to eliminate distractions? Smartphones allow users to turnoff their smartphone’s notifications. A study suggests that turning off your smartphone’s notifications fora mere hour period can noticeably improve your concentration, as well as reduce your stress levels EFFICIENCY: It refers to how good a product is at doing what it is supposed to do. An article on smartphones published on Computer Hopes website included the following in a list of the main functions of smartphone. The goal is to determine if smartphones can perform the functions Make and receive phone calls and text messages. Smartphone lets you make calls and receive phone calls and messages. In the phone or contact app, swipe left any number to message them and swipe right to call them. The feature is enabled by default on smartphones. However if it’s not working go to Settings on your device. Then tap on Advanced features and enabled Swipe to call or send messages. Take, show, and store pictures and video. Smartphones allow users to take digital photos(jpg format) or record videos. Taking pictures with the builtin camera is simple. You can only have to choose a subject, point the lens and press a button. LEARNABILITY: Is possible fora smartphone user out how to use the product by exploring the interface? Provide an index to allow users to lookup any desired applications alphabetically. Inclu. For example, under the S section, include Settings app.
