15 smart crowdfunding campaigns you may want to back this week


Every Friday, we’re taking a look at some of the smartest, most innovative projects that have caught our attention on Kickstarter and Indiegogo over the last seven days. 


WEZR

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This accurate weather tracker features a connected sensor, providing wearers with a real-time, precise geolocated weather forecast and continuous updates on their smartphone. WEZR is currently seeking $200,000 on Kickstarter.

mBot

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This low-cost, easy-to-use robotic kit offers young Makers with hands-on experience as they learn graphical programming and electronics. Makeblock is currently seeking $20,000 on Kickstarter.

ARDHAT

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This hat protects and enhances your Raspberry Pi board for real world applications, and is accessible to everyone familiar with Arduino. ubIQio is currently seeking £25,000 on Kickstarter.

Insulin Angel

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This tiny gadget will make sure your diabetes medications are stored at the right temperature and are never left behind again. Insulin Angel is currently seeking $55,000 on Indiegogo.

AWIRE

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This wearable two-way radio was designed for outdoor enthusiasts by putting high-tech communication right in your ear — without interrupting any of the action. AWIRE is currently seeking $125,000 on Kickstarter.

Joule Case

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This portable power system is designed to meet the needs of consumers and withstand the demands of professionals for any sort of activity, ranging from tailgating and camping to trade shows and emergency situations. Joule is currently seeking $60,000 on Indiegogo.

Luxee

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This ultra-adaptive smart ceiling light can be automatically controlled from its own memory — or manually by your smartphone or regular switch. Luxee is currently seeking $50,000 on Kickstarter.

GoGlove

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These gloves allow you to interact with your smartphone without ever having to take it out of your pocket. GoGlove is currently seeking $1,000 on Kickstarter.

Routakit

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This open-source CNC machine kit provides Makers with commercial-like performance without the commercial-like price tag. Maker Louis Vissepo is currently seeking $20,000 on Kickstarter.

MotivBand

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This band is designed to promote a healthier lifestyle and integrate with a wearer’s daily activities, as well as boasts a battery life of two weeks. Wowl Tech is currently seeking $30,000 on Kickstarter.

Build Upons

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These embedded bricks will allow you to bring power, LEDs and flexibility to your next LEGO project. Lunchbox Electronics is currently seeking $90,000 on Kickstarter.

Planty

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This connected planter enables you to monitor and water plants on-the-go via its accompanying mobile app. Nthing is currently seeking $100,000 on Kickstarter.

Playbrush

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This piece of hardware is transforming your everyday toothbrush into a gaming controller so you can play fun, interactive games while brushing your teeth. Playbrush is currently seeking £35,000 on Kickstarter.

Perf+

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This revolutionary electronic prototyping board is ideal for hobbyists and engineering students looking to get into electronics. Maker Ben Wang is currently seeking $1,500 on Kickstarter.

Lucky Tag

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This colorful, on-collar tracker gives you detailed insights into your pup’s activity level, behavior pattern and trends over time. Lucky Tag is currently seeking $40,000 on Indiegogo.

Did you happen to miss last week’s notable campaigns? If so, you can check them out here.

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