1. Greeting, Warm-up & RA 10173 Privacy Consent
Welcome participant, verify ID, explain that we test the software not them. Disclose dual-angle camera and screen recording under Philippine Data Privacy Act.
2. First-Impression & Unguided Audio Onboarding
Hand over test handset (Transsion/Realme test device). Observe navigation without guidance, language selection (English vs Taglish), genre preferences (OPM, P-Pop, K-Pop, Hip-hop).
3. Core Task: Lyric Synchronization & Audio Latency Benchmark
Instruct user to play a top trending Pinoy track with lyrics mode enabled. Test sing-along latency over wired 3.5mm earphones vs budget Bluetooth TWS.
4. Network Throttling, Offline Caching & Micro-Payment Simulation
Switch connection from Coworking Wi-Fi to SIM data throttled to 128 kbps (simulating MRT underground). Prompt tester to download a 5-track playlist and trigger GCash VIP micro-topup sheet.
5. Post-Test Debrief, Honorarium Handover & Footage Offload
Administer 5-point System Usability Scale (SUS) quick score. Issue ₱1,500 honorarium via direct GCash transfer or sealed envelope cash voucher. Sign release confirmation.
| Line Item | Quantity / Unit | Unit Rate (PHP) | Total (PHP) | Total (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Participant Honoraria (Cash/GCash) | 12 testers | ₱1,500 | ₱18,000 | $315.79 |
| Freelance Lead UX Moderator & Coordinator | 2 field days (6 sessions/day) | ₱10,000 | ₱20,000 | $350.88 |
| Coworking Usability Lab Space (Makati / BGC) | 2 days private testing suite | ₱3,500 | ₱7,000 | $122.81 |
| SIM Cards & Dedicated LTE/5G Mobile Load | 12 dedicated Smart/Globe lines | ₱250 | ₱3,000 | $52.63 |
| Participant Refreshments & Emergency Transit Buffer | 1 lump sum allocation | ₱500 | ₱500 | $8.77 |
| Total Operational Field Budget | ₱48,500 | $850.88 | ||
All video recordings, screen captures, and telemetry gathered during in-person testing in the Philippines must strictly satisfy NPC (National Privacy Commission) mandates.
1. Explicit Biometric & Audio/Video Consent Form
Informed consent in English and Filipino detailing identity of Bangalore research sponsor and specific research use only.
2. PII Obfuscation & Sensitive Input Shielding
Masking mobile contact digits (+63), national IDs, and GCash MPIN passwords during screen recording capture.
3. Hardware Air-Gapped Local Footage Capture
Recordings saved to hardware-encrypted micro-SD cards on field test rigs prior to secure cloud transfer.
4. 30-Day Mandatory Retention & Raw Media Purge Rule
Contractual commitment to permanently delete raw biometric face footage within 30 days of synthesis.
5. Cross-Border Data Transfer Agreement (Bangalore / Manila)
Standard contractual clauses confirming compliance between Indian entity and Manila research contractor.