iQ Studio Launches
– posted October 27th, 2009 by Cory-Ann Joseph Comments (18)
It’s World Usability Day on November 12 and we’re celebrating with the launch of our very own user testing facility - the iQ Studio. We’re just a tad excited.
How to use our studio
You can book the iQ Studio for usability tests, focus groups, or market research.
The fancy stuff
Our studio is decked out with the latest equipment
- a 3 metre one-way soundproof viewing mirror
- DV-quality recording facilities
- a ceiling mounted camera with tilt, pan and zoom you can control from the viewing room
Check out the studio in action:
The important part: the part-y
We’ll be hosting a free launch party at iQ headquarters with short film/video screenings, wine tasting (or BYOB), music and other fun activities. Plus, Powerpoint Karaoke may be making an appearance.
The details:
World Usability Day and iQ Studio Launch
Thursday November 12
6pm - 8pm
iQ Content
2nd Floor Clarendon House
34-37 Clarendon St (opposite Saba)
RSVP to cory.joseph@iqcontent.com if you’d like to attend.
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18 comments so far
1. Dave Cahill on Oct 27th, 2009 - 18:53
Nice one, congrats folks.
2. n/a on Oct 27th, 2009 - 18:59
All mirrors are one-way. I’m assuming you meant one-way glass.
3. Kevin Wong on Oct 27th, 2009 - 19:20
Very cool lab. I think the part I like the most is how un-lab like it feels. Participant comfort is always at the most important top of mind concern and something like this definitely helps make it more approachable. But this is only my perception. I hope you guys can share what your experience has been like using the lab and what attributes make for a comfortable environment.
Cheers!
4. Joshue O Connor on Oct 29th, 2009 - 11:21
Love it guys! All the best with it.
5. Eric Haidara on Oct 31st, 2009 - 15:01
Well done guys, I really wish I was still in Dublin to see or use it first-hand.
All the best,
Eric
6. Tune Up Your PC » Post Topic » Upcoming Talks and Events on Nov 2nd, 2009 - 05:29
[...] usability experts at iQ Content are launching their gorgeous, brand new studio. You should check out their blog, as it has some lovely pictures of the sparkling new studio, which can be booked for usability [...]
7. Locksmiths Cranbrook on Nov 3rd, 2009 - 10:58
Fantastic stuff guys I agree with Eric it would be great to be there in dublin to actually see it!
8. coryannjoseph on Nov 3rd, 2009 - 12:30
Thanks for all the kind words!
Kevin - that’s a great suggestion for a future blog post, am going to bug the guys about it now. P.S. we are loving your website
9. Jacko on Nov 5th, 2009 - 02:20
A bit garish for somewhere that’s supposed to be putting somebody at their ease, is it not? Reminds me rather too much of a dentist’s waiting room!
10. Laurence Veale on Nov 6th, 2009 - 13:02
Hi Jacko,
come on by and take a look - not garish at all and we promise you’ll leave with a smile (and all your teeth intact).
Lar
11. Don Farrell on Nov 9th, 2009 - 14:14
Hi Guys,
Looks great - well done. Ill try to get along on Thur for a glass of vino.. ‘Powerpoint Karaoke’ sounds interesting
12. Event list for Nov-Dec 2009 | If there is a will, there is a way.. on Nov 10th, 2009 - 21:33
[...] Nov 18:00 / World Usability Day & IQ Studio Launch Party / 34 Clarendon Street (opposite Saba), D2, free - there’ll be wine tasting (or bring your own [...]
13. Fiona Mulreany on Nov 11th, 2009 - 15:17
Hi all,
The lab looks absolutely great! Well done. Won’t be in Dublin on Thursday unfortunately but enjoy the party
14. » New feature: World Usability Day | a Year in the Life - iQ Blog on Nov 11th, 2009 - 17:30
[...] For the anniversary, and to celebrate World Usability Day 2009, we thought we’d take a look at what we found and what has changed. Oh, and we’re also opening our own studio and throwing a little party. [...]
15. Locksmiths Cranbrook on Nov 18th, 2009 - 12:16
Ha ha ha ha That is great
16. Chris Stark on Nov 25th, 2009 - 15:44
Hi,
I really like the look. I can picture some great work happining there.
Chris
17. Cathy Timlin on Dec 8th, 2009 - 12:33
Congratulation on the fabulous new facility, it looks fantastic. Look forward to a tour when I am next in town.
All the best
Cathy
18. New feature: World Usability Day | a Year in the Life on Dec 20th, 2009 - 10:56
[...] For the anniversary, and to celebrate World Usability Day 2009, we thought we’d take a look at what we found and what has changed. Oh, and we’re also opening our own studio and throwing a little party. [...]