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Lone: A New Era of International Social Shopping

Xi He introduces Lone, an interactive mobile app revolutionizing international shopping. Lone offers users an authentic social shopping experience, enabling them to purchase unique, authentic items from around the world. The app connects travelers, buyers, and Lone shoppers, creating a global marketplace for authentic products.

Lone is an innovative mobile app that redefines the international shopping experience. It allows users to discover and purchase authentic items from small boutiques or even street vendors worldwide. By leveraging the ecosystem of travelers who post their discoveries on the app, Lone connects buyers with unique products from any location, facilitated by dedicated Lone shoppers.

The app utilizes cutting-edge native technologies, including camera-based scanning, augmented reality features, and Touch ID for secure payments. With a user-centered design, Lone delivers a seamless and emotionally engaging interaction experience, allowing users to effortlessly switch between the roles of traveler and buyer.

Xi He's design process for Lone began in February 2018 in Rochester and concluded in October 2020, with ongoing updates based on user feedback. The project involved extensive user research, including audience mapping, user surveys, interviews, and multiple rounds of testing to ensure a human-centered design that caters to a global audience.

Recognizing its innovation and practicality, Lone was honored with the Iron A' Design Award in Mobile Technologies, Applications, and Software Design in 2021. This prestigious accolade celebrates Lone's professional, industry-leading design that integrates best practices and technical excellence, contributing to a better world.

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