Kickstarter stories
Game developer interview: Star Citizen's Chris Roberts
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Chris Roberts details Star Citizen's boundless vision, from procedural planets and VR to crafting, base building and dynamic server tech.
Abxylute unveils wired deck controllers for Switch 2
Last month
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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crowdfunding
Abxylute reveals N6 and N9C wired deck controllers for Switch 2, promising instant USB-C play, ergonomic grips and GameCube-style flair.
China & aerospace lift high-end global 3D printing
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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drones
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supply chain
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hp
Industrial 3D printer shipments return to growth as aerospace demand and a strong China rebound lift high-end metal systems in 2025.
Game review: System Shock (Xbox Series X)
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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kickstarter
The System Shock remake for Xbox Series X brings better graphics and an intriguing storyline but is held back by outdated mechanics and lack of waypoints. 7.5/10.
'Retimer 3' launch promises sleep revolution with wearable tech
Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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healthtech
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productivity
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kickstarter
Australian tech firm Re-time Pty Ltd unveils retimer 3, a pioneering product designed to redefine sleep wellness with smart mobile app integration and next-gen wearable technology.
ESR to showcase innovative tech accessories at CES 2024
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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amazon
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kickstarter
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ces
ESR to reveal new MagSafe and Galaxy S24 accessories at CES 2024, enhancing mobile tech experience.
HiDock announces world's first ChatGPT-Powered Audio Dock, HiDock H1
Tue, 14th Nov 2023
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bluetooth
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productivity
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kickstarter
HiDock launches the HiDock H1, the world's first ChatGPT-Powered Audio Dock, pushing boundaries in communication tech.
Kickstarter campaign brings 80s games back in a handheld console
Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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kickstarter
Lyra can virtually emulate any game console of the classic era, making it possible for you to carry hundreds of them in your pocket.
DJI better watch out as a new drone takes the internet by storm
Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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drones
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kickstarter
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dji
LeveTop's T1 drone, the first consumer model with CMOS technology, has taken Kickstarter by storm, raising USD $150,000 in just two weeks.
Introducing Cinera, the clunky VR-cinema of the future
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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movies
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kickstarter
This ridiculous headset promises an immersive IMAX experience and theater-grade sound from the comfort of a user's couch...
Turn your finger into a smartphone: The world's first voice operated smart-ring
Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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google
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siri
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kickstarter
Hong Kong startup Origami Labs unveils ORII, the world's first voice-operated smart-ring using bone conduction, turning your finger into a smartphone.
Weta Workshop's kickstarter goes off with a bang
Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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crowdfunding
Weta Workshop's first ever tabletop game, GKR: Heavy Hitters, reached its funding goal in just over four hours on Kickstarter.
Google, disruption, game-changing ideas: Spark's Innovation Month keynotes announced
Thu, 5th May 2016
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uc
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google
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kickstarter
Spark Lab's Innovation Month will see innovative and successful characters arrive in NZ to share experiences and insights with local businesses.
Truly wireless headphones making their case on Kickstarter
Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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digital entertainment
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kickstarter
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wireless headphones
Alpha Audiotronics in the U.S. have launched a Kickstarter campaign with the goal of launching truly wireless ear buds – Skybuds.
Kickstarter for wireless iPhone charger gains momentum
Fri, 9th Oct 2015
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apple
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apple iphone
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kickstarter
Start-up Bench Soft's innovative wireless charger for iPhone 6 electrifies Kickstarter, hitting £10,000 goal in just 48 hours.
World first: Solar wireless smartphone charger
Wed, 22nd Jul 2015
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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energy efficient
MagSOL Labs unveils ESL, the pioneering solar-powered wireless phone charger, aiming to transform mobile charging globally.
Weird and wonderful projects funded by Kickstarter
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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crowdfunding
Kickstarter is a global crowdfunding platform based in the United States for a wide variety of projects, from technological marvels to unusual creations.
Polaroid-style prints for iPhone and Android in the works
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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apple
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apple iphone
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kickstarter
French start-up Prynt is developing a smartphone case that doubles as a printer, allowing users to instantly print their photos.
Forget 3D printing, it's about 3D doodling now
Fri, 10th Oct 2014
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3d printing
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crowdfunding
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kickstarter
Created by the Boston-based start-up Wobbleworks, the 3Doodler is a thick pen shaped device that enables you to construct 3D plastic creations by hand.
Spotlight shines on female gamers
Tue, 7th May 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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kickstarter
GTFO: A Film About Women in Gaming kickstarts, spotlighting the abuse female gamers face, aiming to change narratives.