We do clever things for interesting people
With deep technical know-how and extensive industry experience, we translate ideas into products that make it to market.
Our Expertise
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Product Development
We guide our clients through all stages of the development lifecycle for new and existing products. From feasibility to full production, technical reviews, go-to-market strategy, cost-down analysis, prototyping, component selection, sourcing, compliance, manufacturer liaison, product launch and ongoing support - we’ve most likely been there and done that, and we are always on the lookout for new and interesting projects to get our teeth stuck into.
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Software / Apps
iOS is our long term love, due to the awesome hardware, audio and machine learning capabilities that ship as standard across all devices. We’re more than capable of building solid and functional Android/Chrome apps and we’re a dab hand with MacOS apps too. Key specialisms: Swift, C, C++, Java, Kotlin, UI/UX, database integration, connected devices, bluetooth, accessibility (voice over, switch control), Audio/DSP, Computer Vision, AI/ML.
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Electronics / Firmware
In-house electronics and firmware design capability means we can tackle everything from breadboarding and first prototypes to production-ready manufacturing packs. For efficiency we typically base our designs around the ESP family of devices, featuring customised wireless/ bluetooth communication and data transfer, multichannel ADC, on-board audio, signal-processing, USB, Serial/I2C/SPI, power / battery management and updatable firmware.
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Music/Audio Technology
With nearly 20 years of commercial experience in retail and educational music technology, and academic backgrounds spanning musical acoustics, music technology, psychology and the sonic arts, each and every member of the team is a musician and a music technologist to the core. We’ve designed and built bespoke musical instruments, interactive installations, and bespoke MIDI interfaces for expressive music control using BLE, USB and MPE. We’ve built everything from custom sound engines and samplers, filters and sequencers, to high performance multi-threaded audio DSP for embedded devices and audiobook players.
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Playful by Design
Play is not just a pastime. It is the foundation of creativity, communication, and learning. It shapes how we interact with the world, solve problems, and imagine new possibilities. We design technology that inspires joy, through applications and interfaces that invite people to play, explore, and connect.
Guided by a playful design methodology, we embrace the five core types of play: social, storytelling, critical thinking, fantasy and constructive. By doing so we ensure that every experience we create is as immersive, rewarding, and engaging as the act of play itself.
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AI / Machine Learning
At Playable Technology, we harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) via Machine Learning (ML) and Computer Vision (CV) to craft innovative and engaging experiences that bridge the physical and digital realms. Our team comprises experts in with academic backgrounds from esteemed institutions such as the Sonic Arts Research Centre (SARC) at Queen’s University Belfast and the University of Edinburgh’s School of Physics and Astronomy. Our unique blend of expertise enables us to excel in developing customized tools for building training and deploying ML solutions across a diverse range of disciplines.
Accessible, Inclusive, Universal.
Accessibility should be an integral part of product and app design, not an afterthought. We prioritise inclusive experiences, ensuring that individuals of all abilities can engage seamlessly with our offerings. We adhere to best practices, creating products that are compatible with assistive technologies like VoiceOver and Switch Control. Every feature is thoughtfully crafted to facilitate ease of use, allowing everyone to enjoy and participate in the digital world. We are committed to breaking down barriers, making sure our designs empower all users to connect, explore, and thrive.
Clients
John McLuckie, Innovation & Development Manager, Sports Labs.
“We’ve had the pleasure of working with Playable for over two years on a mix of challenging hardware, firmware and software projects, including iOS and Android applications and PCB Design. They consistently bring innovative ideas to the table, deliver top-notch solutions, and show great flexibility and adaptability. Their expertise and collaborative approach make them a fantastic partner to work with!.”
Rebecca Lundgren, Co-Founder at Voxblock
“We've been working closely with the team at Playable while developing our product, and their expertise has been invaluable. They bring a unique mix of technical know-how and practical, entrepreneurial insight, which means they understand not only how to build a product but also how to get it to market. Whenever we hit a snag, their pragmatic approach, finding solutions balancing quality and cost meant things keep moving forward. If you’re looking for a partner that’s experienced, solution-focused, and truly understands the full product journey, we recommend Playable.”
Simon Tew, Founder, Digit Music.
“We definitely picked the right partners when we chose to work with the team at Playable Technology to take our product from prototype to market ready. Their experience in the space was (and still is) invaluable in helping us avoid potential pitfalls and get to market quickly with a robust product. They went over and above to meet deadlines and were in constant contact so we knew exactly what was happening. We couldn’t recommend them enough.”
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