BioLite
Jun 2024
iOS, Android
Project background
This project was assigned to me at ValueLabs. We partnered with BioLite to design a companion app for their home backup battery.
About BioLite
BioLite is a company that makes off-grid energy products for outdoor use and homes without reliable electricity. They are based in Brooklyn, New York.
Objective
We need to design an intuitive mobile app for BioLite’s upcoming product, Backup, that allows users to monitor and manage their BioLite Backup battery remotely, especially during power outages since the battery doesn’t have a built-in interface.
I created this minimal battery illustration to represent the empty state. Once a battery is added, users will be able to view its charging level and connection status in real time, making it easy to monitor the battery’s activity at a glance.
Users can easily add their battery by scanning the QR code on the device, making the setup quick and smooth. In cases where the battery isn’t reachable or the QR code can’t be scanned, users can manually add it by entering the battery ID, ensuring flexibility in the onboarding process.
This is the battery dashboard that gives users a detailed view of all key battery metrics. They can see information like time left to full charge, or during an outage, how many hours of backup are left based on current usage. Users can also turn the battery output on or off from here.
Our daily calls with the BioLite team based in NY
The settings let users customize and control various features of the battery. Since Bluetooth doesn’t offer true remote access, users can connect the battery to Wi-Fi to get updates and control it while they’re at work or away from home.
Users can customize the output label to match the specific appliance connected, making it easier to track and manage energy usage. They can also access a detailed history of their power consumption, helping them understand patterns and optimize usage over time.
Additionally, users have the option to set peak hours, during which the system will automatically pause charging to avoid high electricity rates and reduce energy costs. This gives users more control, transparency, and savings in their day-to-day energy management.
Metrics to measure
Since my involvement was limited to just the design side of the product, I didn’t get to track metrics directly. But if I were part of the core team, these are the metrics I’d focus on.
Support tickets
NPS score
Referral rate
There's more
I’ve got a lot more to share than screenshots. If you’re interested in seeing my work, reach out to me for full case study.