This week we are bringing you several crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. This week’s featured campaigns are products for people who like to travel and like EDC wallet tools. Check out our picks for this week’s notable crowdfunding campaigns.

Tail it: 4 new affordable GPS trackers with global range

What is it?
Tail its are small 2G, 3G, 4G, and WiFi item trackers that are ultra affordable.

Why do I like it?
Most item finders/trackers that are on the market use Bluetooth, but the Tail it uses 2G, 3G, 4G, and WiFi, which means once the item is out of Bluetooth range of your phone, you will still be able to track it. Tail it doesn’t require a subscription or any other extra fees and the battery life lasts anywhere from 3-8 weeks depending on the version.

Where can I find more info?
The Tail it campaign ends on 7/19/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $12,342. You can pre-order a Tail it starting at $86. After the Tail it campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in September 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

PocketRule – the complete reference tool, in your pocket.

What is it?
PocketRule is a 3pc set that includes a ruler, protractor, and maker/designer/scientist/engineer reference card that is made of fiberglass and designed to fit in your wallet.

Why do I like it?
I like the PocketRules tools because they are wallet sized. That means that they will also fit in the cardholder that you might have in your journal, which is where I’d keep mine for better doodles and diagrams.

Where can I find more info?
The PocketRule campaign ends on 7/25/18 and they are close to reaching their funding goal of $3,600. You can pre-order a PocketRule starting at $11. After the PocketRule campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in July 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

SmartRuler – Titanium Creative Design Credit Card Multi Tool

What is it?
SmartRuler is a credit card sized ruler with additional EDC features.

Why do I like it?
If I had to choose between the PocketRule (campaign shown above this one) or the SmartRuler, I’d go with the SmartRuler because they are made of aluminum or titanium instead of fiberglass and they double as a multi-tool with a bottle opener, hex wrench, headphones holder, smartphone stand, and more.

Where can I find more info?
The SmartRuler campaign ends on 7/26/18 and they have already surpassed their funding goal of $5,000. You can pre-order a SmartRuler starting at $13. After the SmartRuler campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in October 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

The Bento Bag: Most Thoughtful Travel Bag Ever

What is it?
The Bento Bag is a carry-on travel bag.

Why do I like it?
I like the Bento Bag because it has a variety of features that are important to in-flight travelers. The bag opens like a suitcase for easy packing, has special easy-access pockets for a variety of your gear and a pass-through charging port for your device, all while remaining small enough to stow under the seat in front of you on a plane.

Where can I find more info?
The Bento Bag campaign ends on 7/16/18 and they have already reached their funding goal of $15,000. You can pre-order a Bento Bag starting at $149. After the Bento Bag campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in November 2019. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

PLEVO – The World’s Most Innovative Smart Luggage

What is it?
PLEVO is a rolling luggage set with a built-in removable battery pack, GPS tracking, smart lock, built-in digital scale, garment hanger, and travel assistant app.

Why do I like it?
I like PLEVO luggage because they have so many built-in features including a hanging garment rack, removable/replaceable 360-degree wheels which are a must-have and the set is covered by a lifetime warranty. They also look unlike any luggage I’ve seen before which means you probably won’t grab the wrong bag off the luggage carousel at the airport.

Where can I find more info?
The PLEVO campaign ends on 8/3/18 and they have already reached their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order a PLEVO starting at $245. After the PLEVO campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in October 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

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Credit card tools, travel bags, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 26, 2018 at 4:22 pm.

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This week we are bringing you seven crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. This week’s campaigns are for people who like camera and video gear, EDC tools, puzzles, and more. Check out our picks for this week’s notable crowdfunding campaigns.

MUWI: The Ultra Compact Dolly for Smartphones & Cameras

What is it?
MUWI is a small pocketed sized dolly for your smartphone and small cameras to let you take smooth motion shots.

Why do I like it?
Motion adds emotion to a video and the MUWI looks like a cool way to add curved or linear motion when you use your smartphone to capture video for all sorts of shots.

Where can I find more info?
The MUWI campaign ends on 7/3/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $35,000. You can pre-order a MUWI starting at $39. After the MUWI campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in September 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

GoCube | The Classic Puzzle Reinvented

What is it?
GoCube is like a Rubik’s cube on steroids. It connects to an app to help you learn to become a cuber.

Why do I like it?
I have always sucked at figuring out the Rubik’s cube but not for lack of trying. The GoCube knows the current state of the cube and helps you learn how to solve it and you can compete with others. What’s not to love? Oh, one small thing… it’s not going to ship until March of next year. Ouch! But, if you can wait that long it does look pretty fun.

Where can I find more info?
The GoCube campaign ends on 8/9/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $25,000. You can pre-order a GoCube starting at $69. After the GoCube campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in March 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Capsule360: Versatile Motion Control Box with 3-Axis Motion

blurb by Julian Perry

What is it?

The Capsule360 is a motion box that takes 360-degree video or photos. It also has the ability to Pan, Tilt, and Slide.

Why do I like it?

I like the Capsule360 because it has many versatile features that include the ability to perform Smart-Object Tracking, 360-degree Product Photography, Star Tracking for Astrophotography, Panorama shots and more. It also has a Face Recognition feature that will follow you as you record, so that you are always in focus and in the frame. This is a great feature for Vloggers and anyone self-recording. You can use up to three Capsules360 boxes at once, and there is an app for both Android and IOS to control it all.

Where can I find more info?

The Capsule360 campaign ends on 7/10/18, and they have already met and passed their funding goal of $75,000. You can back this project with a support pledge starting at just $1, or a pledge for one or more Capsule360 boxes, starting at $179. After the campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in December 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

The Arbor Instant Video Doorbell

What is it?

Arbor is a wireless doorbell with a built-in motion activated security camera.

Why do I like it?

I like the Arbor doorbell because you don’t have to pay monthly fees, it comes with a WiFi booster chime, the battery powers the unit for up to a year on a charge, it has a built-in alarm, and the shipping is free.

Where can I find more info?

The Arbor doorbell campaign ends on 7/17/18, and they have already met and passed their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order an Arbor starting at $159. After the Arbor campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in August 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

EverRatchet: World’s First Ratchet Keychain Tool

What is it?

EverRatchet is an EDC multitool that fits on your keychain and has a 1/4″ ratchet, fire flint, scraper, 7 wrenches, bottle & box opener and more

Why do I like it?

I like the EverRatchet because it’s the first tiny pocket tool like this that I’ve seen with a ratchet mechanism. And it’s ultra-affordable and it is available in stainless steel and titanium. Really, what’s there not to like about it?

Where can I find more info?

The EverRatchet doorbell campaign ends on 7/5/18, and they have already met and passed their funding goal of $3,200. You can pre-order an EverRatchet starting at $16. After the EverRatchet campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in September 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

Masta Box: The World’s First Fidget Controller Gadget

What is it?
Masta Box is a fidget toy that is actually a tool that can do something other than just entertaining someone who likes to fidget.

Why do I like it?
The Masta Box fidget “toy” that doubles as a multi-functional controller that can be used as a joystick, laser pointer, trackball, air mouse, music player control, and more.

Where can I find more info?
The Masta Box campaign ends on 7/12/18 and they are still working towards their funding goal of $24,232. You can pre-order a Masta Box starting at $28. After the Masta Box campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in November 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Rymek Retro Bluetooth Mechanical Keyboard

What is it?

The Rymek Retro Bluetooth Mechanical Keyboard is a Bluetooth keyboard that is reminiscent of mechanical typewriters from decades past.

Why do I like it?

I like the Rymek Retro Bluetooth Mechanical Keyboard because it reminds me of my mother’s Underwood typewriter that I used as a kid to write my own newsletters and stories. I loved the way it felt to press the keys and see the metal arm pop up and strike the page. This keyboard from Rymek brings back a little bit of that same feel but in a high tech package with backlit keys and a multifunction knob that provides multimedia control.

Where can I find more info?

The Rymek campaign ends on 7/17/18, and they have already met and passed their funding goal of $20,000. You can pre-order a Rymek starting at $99. After the Rymek campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in August 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

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Camera gear, wireless doorbells, retro keyboards, GoCube, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 17, 2018 at 5:13 pm.

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This week we are bringing you fix crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. This week’s campaigns are for people who like art, music, building things, tiny gadgets and more. Check out our picks for this week’s notable crowdfunding campaigns.

Scribit – Turn your wall into an interactive canvas

What is it?
Scribit is a robot that has been designed to draw artwork on walls vertically.

Why do I like it?
I think Scribit unique and interesting because it can be used to add artwork to walls, erase the art and draw new artwork. It can draw on a surface up to 6.5 x 6.5 feet using 4 colored erasable markers and there’s a pod on its back that heats up to (149°F) 65°C and rolls across the design to erase the ink so a new drawing can be applied. You can use existing art or add your own using an app that can import file formats that include: .svg, .png, .ai, .pdf, .jpeg, .tiff.

Where can I find more info?
The Scribit campaign ends on 7/5/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order a Scribit starting at $349. After the Scribit campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in December 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Atom, World`s Smallest 4G Rugged Smartphone

What is it?
Atom is a 4G smartphone powered by Android 8.1 that is tiny enough to fit in almost any pocket.

Why do I like it?
I reviewed Unihertz’s first phone the Jelly and thought it was a cute little Android phone that fit in my pocket. Atom is their next phone and it has an IP68 certification that means that’s waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof. Atom also features a fingerprint scanner, a programmable button, dual SIM card capability, NFC, and more. If you’re tired of big phones, Atom looks like a fun alternative. You can even take pictures using it while under water.

Where can I find more info?
The Atom campaign ends on 7/10/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order an Atom starting at $210. After the Atom campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in October 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

ProPoint Mouse & Presenter. iPad/PC/Mac, office or travel.

What is it?
ProPoint is a tiny 3 button ergonomic pen-grip wireless mouse that can be used with your laptop and an iPad when remoted into a computer. It even doubles as a pointer for presentations.

Why do I like it?
ProPoint is an updated version of the Swiftpoint mouse that I reviewed over 7 years ago. It’s got to be the smallest full-featured mouse that I’ve ever seen and it even has a tiny USB charging dock that provides up to an hour of usage time just by plugging it in for 30 seconds. I also like that you can use it right on your laptop if you don’t have room for a mouse pad or you’re using your computer on your lap. That makes it perfect for travel.

Where can I find more info?
The ProPoint campaign ends on 7/11/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $20,000. You can pre-order a ProPoint starting at $117. After the ProPoint campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in October 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

HUMU Augmented Audio Cushion

What is it?
HUMU is a speaker built into a cushion that will not only let you hear sound, but it will let you feel it too. It uses patented hifi technology used by cinemas to provide an audio immersive experience for your music, games, and more.

Why do I like it?
I don’t really like wearing headphones most of the time and HUMU provides a similar experience without cutting you off from the outside world and without blasting your music so that it bothers everyone around you.

Where can I find more info?
The HUMU campaign ends on 7/5/18 and they are still working towards reaching their funding goal of $30,000. You can pre-order a HUMU starting at $199. After the HUMU campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in September 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

INFENTO®: Build Amazing Life-Size Rides With Your Kids

What is it?
INFENTO is a collection of modular kits that will enable you and your kids ages 0-14yrs to build llife-sizevehicles that they can ride.

Why do I like it?
I want an INFENTO kit for adults! It looks like so much fun to build your own bike, wagon, scooters, and more. They even have a kit with an electric motor.

Where can I find more info?
The INFENTO campaign ends on 7/12/18 and they have already past their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order a INFENTO kit starting at $179. After the INFENTO campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in September 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

EARTH: An immersive AR/AI experience & model of our planet

What is it?
EARTH is a 3D-printed, hand-painted globe that you use with a mobile app to learn about our planet using augmented reality.

Why do I like it?
I’ve always been fascinated with regular globes and EARTH looks like a very nice miniature globe. But when you use it with the app, it becomes a great learning tool for kids, and adults.

Where can I find more info?
The EARTH campaign ends on 7/6/18 and they have already past their funding goal of $30,000. You can pre-order EARTH starting at $199. After the EARTH campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in November 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

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Scribit art robot, Atom mini 4G smartphone, ProPoint tiny mouse, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 10, 2018 at 4:52 pm.

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This week we are bringing you nine crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. This week’s campaigns are for people who like Star Wars, the outdoors, EDC gear, music, and more. Check out our picks for this week’s notable crowdfunding campaigns.

Rainsaber umbrella

What is it?
The Rainsaber umbrella is a Star Wars fan’s ultimate rain protection tool (and weapon). It’s an umbrella with a built-in lightsaber.

Why do I like it?
It’s a lightsaber umbrella for goodness sake. What’s not to like?! It’s nerdy, it’s cool, and it’s motion activated with lightsaber colors and sound effects. Oh, it protects you from the rain too.

Where can I find more info?
TheRainsaber campaign ends on 6/04/18 and they are very close to reaching their funding goal of $30,000. You can pre-order a Rainsaber starting at $145. After the Rainsaber campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in December 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

ARIA Waterproof Earbuds

blurb by Julian Perry

What is it?

The xFyro ARIA Bluetooth 5.0 earbuds are Waterproof Wireless Earbuds.

Why do I like it?

I like the xFyro ARIA Bluetooth 5.0 earbuds because they are full-featured, waterproof earbuds with features that include Bluetooth 5, an IP67 waterproof rating, noise cancellation, access to virtual assistants like Google Assistant and Siri, state-of-the-art speakers with a touch-activated microphone, in-ear detection, volume control, and automatic pairing.

The xFyro ARIA earbuds also integrate stereo calling as well as “dual beam-forming microphones and high-speed charging, that enables up to 3 hours of listening time after a quick 15-minute charge”.  xFyro claims that the earbuds have an 8-hour battery life per charge and that the case with its built-in battery can recharge the earbuds at least 3 times for a total of 32 hours.

Where can I find more info?

The xFyro ARIA Bluetooth 5.0 earbuds campaign ends on 6/28/18. They have already exceeded their funding goal of $10,000, and you can pre-order starting at $170 now on their Indiegogo page. They are expected to start shipping in August 2018. Visit the xFyro website for all the details.

Molecularis – Reinventing the Flip Book

What is it?
Molecularis is a DIY flipbook for creative people.

Why do I like it?
I like the Molecularis flipbook because it’s not like a typical flipbook that only offers two animations when you flip the pages. The Molecularis flipbook offers six animated sequences depending on how you flip it and you get to color it yourself.

Where can I find more info?
The Molecularis campaign already ended, but you can buy order one through Indiegogo’s INDEMAND platform for €25.00 ($29.17 US) with shipping in October 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

The New Jamstik Guitars – For Learning & Creating

What is it?
The Jamstik is a mini 6 stringed guitar that you don’t have to tune and it has sensors in the fretboard to aid in learning.

Why do I like it?
I like Jamstik guitars because they are travel-friendly mini guitars that you can use to learn, practice and create music. They may look like a toy, but they are actually full-fledged musical instruments. I reviewed one of the original Jamstik’s a few years ago and I still think it’s a fun instrument.

Now there are 2 different versions of the Jamstik. There’s the shorter Jamstik 7 for people who want to learn to play guitar anywhere and there’s the Jamstik 12 which has a longer fretboard and is designed for people who can already play guitar and want a travel-worthy MIDI guitar for music creation.

Where can I find more info?
The Jamstik campaign ends on 6/25/18 and they’ve already passed their funding goal of $75,000. You can pre-order a Jamstik starting at $179. After the Jamstik campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in August 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

Tinkamo | Smart Building Blocks

What is it?
Tinkamo is a system of smart wireless building modules that have been designed for children ages 5-12 and consist of motors, sensors, cameras, speakers, and more.

Why do I like it?
I like the Tinkamo system because kids can use Tinkamo blocks their LEGO bricks to bring their existing models to life or to create brand new interactive toys while learning to code using a mobile app.

Where can I find more info?
The Tinkamo campaign ends on 6/22/18 and they’ve already met their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order Tinkamo starting at $29. After the Tinkamo campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in November 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Butter Twist

What is it?
The Butter Twist is an all in one butter stick holder, measurer, and spreader.

Why do I like it?
I’ve reviewed several butter spreading gadgets over the years like the biēm butter sprayer, the Cooks Innovations Butter Mill, and the SpreadThat! butter knife. None of those have managed to “stick” for me. They were either too much of a hassle to use and clean, or they just didn’t work. The Butter Twist looks like a much better butter gadget because it does more than one thing without needing batteries. It will hold a stick of butter, measure it in tablespoons, and cut it without dirtying a knife. It’s also dishwasher safe.

Where can I find more info?
The Butter Twist campaign ends on 6/29/18 and they still have a way to go before they reach their funding goal of $20,000. You can pre-order a Butter Twist starting at $15. After the Butter Twist campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in October 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Lever Gear CLiP System

What is it?
The CLiP System is a small metal EDC storage container that has been designed to clip to your pocket, your keychain or your gear bag.

Why do I like it?
I’m a fan of EDC gear and I like the CLiP System because it looks like a cool little storage option for my smallest items that I don’t want rolling around in the bottom of my main gear bag or even my larger pouches. I like that the CLiP System can double as a bit driver or a flashlight and that it’s flat so it fits easier in a pocket on a keychain.

Where can I find more info?
The CLiP System campaign ends on 6/28/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $16,000. You can pre-order a CLiP System starting at $38. After the CLiP System campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in November 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

LEMURO: Transform Your Smartphone Into A Powerful Camera

What is it?
LEMURO is a case and lens solution for your smartphone.

Why do I like it?
I switched over to using my Pixel 2 XL as my only camera last fall when I sold my Canon 70D DSLR and I haven’t looked back. I love the Pixel’s camera but sometimes I wish I had a better telephoto or macro lens. I looked into clip-on lenses but found only one solution (Momento) that was currently available for my phone. I’ve been dragging my feet on purchasing a set of lenses just because the full set is pretty expensive. But then I stumbled upon this campaign and am hoping that they will have a version for the Pixel and other phones besides iPhones.

Where can I find more info?
The LEMURO campaign ends on 6/22/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $11,667. You can pre-order a LEMURO starting at $29. After the LEMURO campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in November 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

COMBAR | An Incredibly Rugged Heavy-Duty Multi-Tool

What is it?
COMBAR is a 5-in-1 high-quality heavy-duty outdoor tool that includes a hammer, ax, spade, knife, and saw.

Why do I like it?
Although it’s expensive at $359, the COMBAR looks like a rugged all-in-one tool outdoor survival tool that you can easily carry on your belt. I’m not a camper or a survivalist, but if I did enjoy those activities, I’d want a smallish tool like this one always close at hand when I was hiking around in the woods. It also has a lifetime warranty which is great for a tool like this one which will not be babied.

Where can I find more info?
The COMBAR campaign ends on 6/7/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $55,000. You can pre-order a COMBAR starting at $359. After the COMBAR campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in December 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

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