Proof of Usefulness Report

Play Design Labs

Analysis completed on 2/11/2026

+326
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Play Design Labs (World of Play) is a verifiable consumer electronics brand co-founded by Vikas Jain (ex-Micromax) in India, offering wearables and audio IoT devices. While the project represents a legitimate business with likely significant revenue and team size (30+), the submission quality is exceptionally poor, featuring hyperbolic claims ('most people have used my product'), ambiguous metrics ('marketcap: 500000'), and unprofessional details ('StarClaw'). The score reflects the balance between verifiable real-world utility and market presence against the severe lack of concrete evidence and professionalism in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+140.0
Audience Reach Impact+72.0
Technical Innovation+60.0
Evidence Of Traction+62.5
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+407
Usefulness Multiplierx0.8
Final Score+326

Project Details

Description
Play makes IoT devices in wearables and home automation space. With a great research department, our aim is to make extremely functional, high-quality products and back them with unparalleled after sales service. Our vision is to bring delight to your everyday routine experiences.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline