4 handy gadgets of tomorrow that you can order now (week 12)
The greatest technological innovations do not come from ‘big tech’ companies, but from smaller start-ups chasing their dreams. Thanks to crowdfunding sites, you will be the first to get your hands on the best new products. We found four cool gadgets for you: from a smart birdhouse to a screwdriver and fidget slider in one.
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4 coolest gadgets
Not everyone is already familiar with the principle of crowdfunding, and that is also normal. It’s still a relatively new concept, but one that can help creative people make a difference. You first support a great idea for a product, and then you can follow the progress until the package arrives at your door. These are the four coolest gadgets on crowdfunding websites.
1. Yeelight Cube Smart Lamp – smart lamp that works with Matter
For who is it?
For the smart home fans who only want Matter devices
What is it?
The Yeelight Cube Smart Lamp is a modular cube lamp for your desk. You can expand the lamp with Add-ons to make it three different variants. The first variant (Cube Matrix) has dot matrix lights on which you can depict a pattern. The Cube Panel is a cube that shows several colors at the same time. There is also a Cube Spot with a built-in spot that you can point in all directions.
The smart lamp comes with Matter support. This is the new standard that allows smart home devices to communicate with each other and for users to better automate tasks.
- Yeelight Cube Smart Bulb – Indiegogo – 185 euros incl. shipping – expected in April 2023
2. The Revolver – screwdriver and fidget slider in one
For who is it?
For the handy Harry who is bored
What is it?
The Revolver is a smart titanium EDC screwdriver that fits 6 bits. Thanks to the hidden part at the bottom you can tighten or loosen screws. You can easily take this compact screwdriver with you and you can also use it as a fidget spinner. You hold the gadget in your hand and then twist the cap which produces a metallic sound. useful if you are bored or nervous. Also nice to give away as a gift.
The Revolver is also available in combination with various accessories such as a waist bag with a hook and space for extra bits.
- The Revolver- Indiegogo – 92 euros incl. shipping
3. Flux Keyboard
For who is it?
For the early adopter who taps only on a mechanical keyboard
What is it?
The Flux Keyboard combines the benefits of a mechanical keyboard with the benefits of a screen. This special keyboard can be adjusted in various ways, just like its mechanical counterpart. But thanks to the Full HD IPS screen, the possibilities are endless. You customize each key the way you want, in one of the 27 languages. You can then easily switch between profiles with corresponding hotkeys. You can even set a background image or video on the device.
Each key is equipped with magnets that act like a spring, providing the feedback you’re used to from mechanical keyboards. You can expand the Flux Keyboard with four modules, including a module that you can use as a scroll wheel, volume control or an app of your choice.
- Flux Keyboard- Kickstarter – 334 euros incl. shipping – expected in December 2023
1. Birdfy Nest – the first smart birdhouse
For who is it?
For bird lovers
What is it?
Birdfy Nest is a bird house that you can stream the inside of directly from your smartphone, so you can observe the birds up close without disturbing our feathered friends. The birdhouse comes with a Birdfy app that recognizes the most important stages of bird nesting. The app even creates short videos that you can share with family or friends. You will not miss any important moments. In addition, you contribute valuable ecological data and support bird conservation efforts.
The bird house is equipped with sturdy materials including ventilation and drainage holes, so that the inside stays cool and dry. Birdfy Nest is easy to assemble and clean.
- Birdfy Nest – Kickstarter – 212 euros incl. shipping – expected in June 2023
Think of this with crowdfunding
Keep in mind that crowdfunding is always primarily supporting an idea, with no real guarantee that the actual product will meet your expectations. So choose the projects and start-ups that you really believe in and follow the regular development and shipping updates that the start-ups communicate. Supporting projects through crowdfunding is therefore not the same as shopping.
