Entertainment

Idol Talk App for Fanwith Shopping & Selfie Experience

Where fandom meets innovation — This application is a next-gen talk app that blends real-time conversations, virtual photo ops, and live commerce. Designed for fans, built for idols, and powered by seamless tech – all within one immersive platform.
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About our client

Our client is a reputable Japanese enterprise specializing in the trading and printing of customized fashion merchandise.

With an established presence in handmade clothing, headwear, bags, and custom drinkware, the company is widely recognized for exceptional craftsmanship and innovative product offerings. Their brand has earned the trust of fan communities across Japan by effectively bridging personalization with fan culture through high-quality, bespoke merchandise.

Their challenges

The client required the development of a robust, multi-functional communication application under an accelerated timeline of 105 days.

The primary objective was to create a direct engagement channel between fans and idols while ensuring seamless integration with their existing merchandise platform. Key challenges included developing a high-performance, secure application capable of supporting real-time interactions, integrated e-commerce functionality, and personalized fan experiences, all within a compressed development cycle without compromising on quality or user experience.

Platform

Platform

Web & Mobile (Android / iOS)

Type

Type

Cross-platform

Team size

Team size

15 persons

Our Technologies

We engineered this sophisticated fan engagement platform using a modern technology stack optimized for real-time performance, cross-platform compatibility, and secure e-commerce integration. Our solution leveraged Laravel for robust backend operations, Flutter for seamless cross-platform mobile development, Agora for high-quality real-time communication, and PHP for efficient server-side processing.

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Core Features

Integrated Client Account
Integrated Client Account

This foundational feature establishes a seamless and secure bridge between the platform's social ecosystem and the client's existing e-commerce infrastructure. It synchronizes user profiles, purchase history, and loyalty data in real-time, enabling personalized experiences across both systems while maintaining stringent security protocols through encrypted authentication and data transfer mechanisms.

Idol Schedule & Chat
Idol Schedule & Chat

An intelligent scheduling ecosystem that empowers idols and management teams to coordinate availability while providing fans with transparent access to upcoming sessions. The system incorporates automated notifications, waitlist management, and booking confirmations to ensure fair access and maximize engagement opportunities for dedicated fan communities.

Virtual Photo Experience
Virtual Photo Experience

An innovative augmented reality feature that allows fans to capture immersive two-shot photos with idols during live sessions. This technology utilizes advanced image processing and real-time compositing to create authentic-looking memorabilia, enhancing emotional connections through personalized digital keepsakes that can be shared across social platforms.

Real-Time Communication
Real-Time Communication

A robust communication framework powered by enterprise-grade streaming technology that delivers crystal-clear video and audio interactions between fans and idols. The system incorporates adaptive bitrate streaming, low-latency messaging, and cloud-based recording capabilities to preserve precious interaction moments while maintaining performance across varying network conditions.

Integrated E-Commerce
Integrated E-Commerce

A comprehensive shopping engine that seamlessly merges the emotional high of fan interactions with immediate purchasing opportunities. The platform integrates secure payment processing, inventory management, and personalized merchandise recommendations, creating a frictionless path from emotional engagement to transactional completion within the same immersive environment.

System CMS Management
System CMS Management

A sophisticated administrative backbone that provides complete operational control over user management, content moderation, and business analytics. The system enables efficient scheduling management, real-time performance monitoring, and detailed reporting capabilities, ensuring smooth platform operations while maintaining the highest standards of user safety and content quality.

Our Technical Challenges
  • Integration with the client account system required implementing secure and reliable authentication protocols to protect user identities and ensure seamless connectivity.
  • Building real-time chat sockets demanded strong technical expertise to handle high message volumes with low latency and maintain stable performance.
  • Designing a safe, user-friendly payment interface with GMO involved ensuring regulatory compliance, secure API integration, and an intuitive purchase flow.
  • Our Solutions

    In this project, we built a scalable, real-time platform using modern technologies like PHP, Flutter, and Agora, supported by the Laravel framework for secure backend and CMS development. By leveraging Agile methodology and smart tools like Git and Jira, we ensured efficient collaboration, rapid delivery, and adaptability within tight timelines.

    Modern Programming

    Modern Programming

    We used PHP, Flutter, and Agora to ensure performance, scalability, and seamless real-time communication.

    Laravel Framework

    Laravel Framework

    Laravel supported secure and maintainable backend development with API integrations and CMS functionalities.

    Smart Project Tools

    Smart Project Tools

    Utilized Git and Jira for efficient team collaboration, version control, and project tracking.

    Agile Methodology

    Agile Methodology

    Adopted Agile to ensure flexible planning, iterative progress, and continuous delivery in the short timeline.

    Our Roles

    • UI/UX Design
    • Business Analysis
    • System Architecture
    • Full-stack Development
    • Project Management
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    Benefit from the App

    In three months, this app has gained over 1,000 downloads and 98% customer satisfaction, showcasing its exceptional value to users.

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    Downloads in 3 months

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    "Positive feedback from users is our happiness. The combination of direct communication experience with idols and personalized features has created uniqueness and convenience for users. We are committed to continuously developing and improving the project to bring the best experience to the fan community"

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    The Results

    In just 105 days, our team designed, developed, and launched a comprehensive digital ecosystem consisting of four mobile applications and one web platform. Every component was built to align seamlessly with the client’s business objectives and technical specifications. Through rigorous development practices, continuous testing, and performance optimization, we delivered a system that not only met the accelerated timeline but also achieved long-term stability and user satisfaction from day one.

  • Accelerated Delivery with Quality Assurance: Completed end-to-end development in just over three months without compromising on functionality, security, or code quality.
  • Robust System Performance: Ensured smooth integration across apps with optimized architecture, delivering stable operations under high user loads.
  • Validated by Users & Client: Garnered strong positive feedback from both end-users for usability and from the client for meeting strategic business goals.
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