0.5 Wallet

A compact leather wallet with dual-sided RFID technology, making a fluid, classy lifestyle

Company: Hank Max Studio

Overview

This wallet design is one of the product lines of the company's dual-sided RFID technology series. It optimizes the sensor function according to the habit of using RFID cards for commuting and payment in the Taiwanese market. In addition, the design meets the daily needs of the general use of the wallet for storage and paying but also allows users to experience the life of carrying a thin wallet.

My role:

Market Research & Analysis
Product planning
Design strategy
Propose design ( Ideation, Sketching, Rendering, Prototyping, 2D Drawing, CMF )
Execute RFID Research & Testing
Develop leather crafting from early testing to mass production condition
Set production planning, and communicate with the manufacturers and partner distributors

Results:

Taiwan invention patent and design patent.
This product raised 26m TWD in a Taiwanese crowdfunding campaign and ranking as the top sales in its categories.

Ref: https://www.zeczec.com/projects/wallet05

Being Lightly, Classy & Convenient

0.5 wallet enables users to hold everything they need daily, keep everything organized and have a simplified lifestyle. The reconfiguration of compartments for cards and coins makes the high-capacity storage without making the wallet get thicker. Besides, with dual-sided RFID technology, specially designed card slots for users to transit faster from place to place and swipe past contactless scanners without having to remove cards from the wallet. It allows users to live a simplified life without losing the joy of owning a delicate piece of accessories.

Observation & Opportunity

The widespread demand for contactless payment and the trend towards a cashless lifestyle among some consumers have begun. However, most products on the market still focus on the "appearance of the material." Currently, there are not many wallet products that can meet the combined requirements of capacity and lightness. In addition, the traditional manufacturing process of wallets typically involves the combination of leather and fabric, which is complicated and bulky.

Process

It started with thumbnail sketches and focused on creating a large number of paper prototypes to ensure that the production process was feasible.

Involved in making, cutting, and sewing leather prototypes.

The Most Precise Daily Organization With a Large Capacity

It can hold 10 cards, 20 bills, and 20 coins. In addition, by reconfiguring the card and coin compartments, the design prevents cards and coins from overlapping and always keeps the wallet thin.

Easy to Store, Access, and Keep Organized

The unique design of the 0.5 Wallet moves the coin and card storage to the same plane. The coin compartment is located on the top side of the wallet, which can be easily accessed. The precise storage space allows for organized coin arrangement without disorganization. Also, with the zipper, it can be opened directly for quick access.

The upper side of the coin compartment is zipped and shallow, allowing users to keep coins organized and quickly find the one they need.

Dual-Sided RFID Technology & RFID-Protected Layer

It contains 2 contactless card slots and 1 RFID-protected card slot. With dual-sided RFID technology, it makes sure that your cards are free from cross-interference, saving you both time and money with a simple design.

Minimalism Also Increases Durability

The 0.5 Wallet, handcrafted with premium Italian leather, offers solid functionality and an elegant, simple design that is suitable for everyday use and appeals to both men and women. At only 48g, it is lightweight and comfortable for daily carry.

Handcrafted with premium Italian leather, 0.5 Wallet is the perfect combination for the ones needing solid functionalities

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