Arianna Copa, Giorgia Bianchetti: Emotion Buddy

Emotion Buddy is a widget that transforms everyday emotions into a simple visual experience. Every day, users choose how they feel, and a small dot comes to life with an animation that reflects their mood. It also allows friends to share and view their emotional state at a glance, creating a silent, wordless visual connection. The interface is minimalist, with contrasting backgrounds that distinguish between personal and shared views. The dot’s size increases or decreases based on battery level, adding a subtle layer that reflects energy and emotion. With a single tap, emotions are expressed through movement and color, making Emotion Buddy a delicate and intuitive way to communicate how we feel every day. Each user has a main view, where they see how their friend is feeling, while by switching views, they can define their own mood to share with them.