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Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners
Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion, ro_____design | International Design Awards Winners

Connected One: The Ultimate Safety Companion

Companyro_____design
Lead DesignersRogério Santos
Design TeamTiago Rebelo, Alexandre Costa, Tiago Macedo, Mariana Simões
Project LocationCoimbra
ClientSimplyconnected, Lda.
Prize(s)Silver in Consumer Electronics / Other Consumer Electronics
Project LinkView
Entry Description

Connected One is a lightweight, satellite-enabled safety device designed for mission-critical connectivity in remote areas. With real-time tracking, custom messaging, and instant emergency alerts, it transforms any smartphone into a secure off-grid communication tool. The intuitive LED interface, compact form, and eco-conscious packaging enhance usability. Paired with the One Companion app, it ensures safety and accessibility in Europe’s and North America's most demanding environments. Designed to offer peace of mind, it empowers people to stay connected when it matters most.

Bio

Rogério Santos is a multidisciplinary designer working at the intersection of technology, emotion, and craft. From the satellite-enabled Connected One to the poetic porcelain urns of Memory Keepers and the sustainable, protective design of molded cork packaging, his work is purposeful, human-centered, and enduring. Through ro_____design, he transforms complex ideas into meaningful, tangible solutions, driven by the belief that great design connects people, tells stories, and inspires positive change.