Sounds for iMessage

I like this iMessage app a lot. And I think the potential for this is so huge. However, I think it could use a few redesigns that would not only improve it—but actually influence others to download it and increase the user base. 1) The receiver shouldn’t have to download the app to play the sound - When a friend texts you a gif from a 3rd party app (like Giphy for example), you don’t have to download Giphy to see it. It’s just there, and then a little watermark is at the bottom letting the receiver know where the sender got it from. Humans are inherently lazy. When they see they have to download an app to play the sound, most aren’t going to do it. But by simply allowing the receiver to play it, it creates a moment where they actually experience the joy of the concept and then most likely think “Hey I wanna send stuff like that, that’s funny.” And then they download it! 2) Remove the title of the sound when it’s sent - A big part of humor is shock factor. By the receiver not anticipating what sound effect is about to be played, it creates a subtle and brief build up of tension. The sound effect being played releases that tension via surprise and laughter. Making the sound a mystery allows the sender to practice comedic timing, and therefore makes the app more enjoyable. Overall) What I picture is simply a play button, with maybe a fancy moving graphic behind it, and a watermark for the app in the bottom corner. I understand that by making the receiver download the app it increases user base—and sounds simple in theory—but in my experience sending these sounds to over 10 people, I’ve had 1 friend willing to download it. But much like Giphy, if you just allow everybody to experience it and then watermark it, people will be more inclined to join in on the fun.

10/10 User interface. 10/10 audio clip selection. Just needs the ability to add your own sounds.