The Reflexive Printer is a design example that we
proposed to address the topic of technology-mediated
reminiscence. In this demonstration, the system will
randomly print out a picture from participants’ photo
albums on their smartphones as a halftone and single
color image on thermal paper. Participants can recollect
and view the original digital image by scanning a
barcode on the printouts. This demonstration is
designed to encourage three types of interactions: (1)
exploration of personal memories, (2) interaction within
a community, and (3) reflection on rumination. We look
forward to hear about any interesting user experiences
and creative usage of this lightweight printing of
personal memories in a public social environment.
Meanwhile, we will collect user feedback in order to
inform our future development and social design of the
Reflexive Printer.