Julien Forgeat

I don't need to see that: Seeking, Avoiding, and Attempting to Control Video Content

Evolving technology and growing connectedness of devices allow more opportunities for video consumption, and greater integration in our everyday activities. This study conducts exploratory research on video interaction to better understand how people currently seek, avoid, and attempt to control video content. Data was collected by a semi-structured interview process with 10 participants. Three interesting trends emerged in peoples video watching behavior: (1) Social context and obligations change behavior, (2) a preference for more participatory parental monitoring techniques, and (3) the importance of storyline in video viewing behavior. These findings can help inspire future research, and help designers and technologists recognize the complexities and dynamic nature of how people watch and attempt to control their video content. Designing with this knowledge can improve users» experience when they consume media content in the form of videos.