All articles tagged with #crowdfunding
Originally Published 1 day ago — by The Verge
Keychron's Nape Pro is a versatile new trackball mouse designed for ergonomic use and customizable control, featuring a slender form that allows multiple positioning options, and is set to be available in the US for $60-$100 after crowdfunding in Japan.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by cbsnews.com
Mo Riles' battered truck, a symbol of years of mishaps, became a local spectacle in South Bend, Indiana, but a community member's act of kindness through crowdfunding helped him replace it with a safer vehicle, highlighting community bonding and compassion.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Verge
Loona's DeskMate is a desktop charging hub that transforms your iPhone into an AI assistant by leveraging the phone's existing features, with a rotating stand, multiple ports, and integration with apps like Slack, expected to launch via crowdfunding below $300.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Hacker News
A solo project called laboratory.love enables crowdfunding for independent lab testing of consumer products to detect harmful chemicals, aiming to increase market transparency and promote safer supply chains through publicly shared results, with ongoing product funding and testing.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by aftermath.site
The tabletop RPG Grimwild, funded via crowdfunding and awarded at the Ennies, has not delivered physical copies due to the disappearance of its designer, J.D. Maxwell, causing delays in production and fulfillment, despite the game being completed and playable digitally.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Verge
One-Netbook's OneXSugar Sugar 1 is a innovative dual-screen transforming gaming handheld with two OLED touchscreens, capable of emulating various consoles and Android games, currently crowdfunding on Indiegogo. While promising in design and features, it faces software and hardware challenges as it approaches its September release, with a planned price of $799.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Kotaku
The OneXSugar Sugar 1 is a highly innovative gaming handheld from China that features multiple screens, reconfigurable controllers, and a Transformer-like design, aiming to combine nostalgia for Nintendo DS/3DS with modern Android gaming; it is set to be crowdfunded at over $600, positioning it in high-end gaming device territory.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Verge
Unihertz has announced the Titan 2, a modernized BlackBerry-inspired smartphone featuring 5G, Android 15, a physical keyboard, a second rear screen, and upgraded hardware, available via Kickstarter with early preorders at $269 and expected retail around $399, shipping by October 2025.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Verge
Peak Design has announced three new portable pro tripods capable of supporting up to 40 pounds of gear, featuring increased height and stability, through a Kickstarter campaign with prices ranging from $799.95 to $999.95, and including features like smartphone mounts, quick-lock grips, and optional tilt heads.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Supporters of Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, have raised over $50,000 for his legal defense through crowdfunding, sparking concerns among law enforcement that Mangione is being turned into a martyr. The defense fund, hosted on GiveSendGo, has drawn donations from over 1,500 anonymous contributors, despite other platforms like GoFundMe removing similar campaigns. Mangione's attorney has expressed discomfort with accepting these funds, while law enforcement continues to build a case against him, linking him to the crime through forensic evidence.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
Supporters of Luigi Mangione, suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, have raised over $50,000 for his legal defense through crowdfunding, despite concerns from law enforcement that Mangione is being turned into a martyr. The defense fund, primarily on GiveSendGo, has drawn donations from over 1,500 people, while other platforms like GoFundMe have removed similar campaigns. Mangione, arrested in Pennsylvania, is contesting extradition to New York and maintains his innocence. Authorities are worried about the potential glorification of violence against CEOs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gematsu
Edia has announced the Earnest Evans Collection for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Switch, featuring Telenet's Wolf Team titles El Viento, Earnest Evans, and Anett Futatabi. A crowdfunding campaign on Makuake aims to raise five million yen for the project, with a Japanese release expected by June 2025. These games, originally released in the early 1990s, form a trilogy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
The DS Pixel Keyboard is a new touchscreen keyboard that doubles as a second monitor, featuring a removable keycap frame for tactile typing. Available via Kickstarter, it offers models with 1,000Hz and 8,000Hz polling rates, priced at $349 and $419 for early backers. The keyboard includes a 60Hz touchscreen, HDMI input, and a 20,000mAh battery for portability. It supports multiple operating systems and connections, and allows for customizable layouts and backgrounds. Delivery is expected by February 2025.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Polygon
As generative AI becomes more prevalent in tabletop gaming, a divide is growing between consumers and creators over its ethical use. Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter, BackerKit, and Gamefound have varying policies on AI, with some projects disclosing AI use while others do not. The Draconis 8 card game by Wise Wizard Games, which used AI in its creation, has sparked controversy, leading some fans and retailers to boycott the company. Despite this, AI-assisted projects continue to raise significant funds, prompting platforms to maintain AI projects as long as they remain profitable.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Italian startup Artinoise has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Zefiro, a USB-C accessory that transforms smartphones into wind instruments. The device, priced at €22 for early backers, uses breath sensors to simulate various instrument sounds via a mobile app. It also functions as a MIDI controller, offering a cost-effective alternative to pricier options. The Zefiro app supports iOS and Android, featuring customizable interfaces and recording capabilities. Shipping is expected to begin in February 2025.