As June 2024 comes to a close, the crowdfunding landscape is buzzing with innovative projects capturing global attention. Highlighting a diverse range of products, from the Olight 3-in-1 Smart Battery Charger and the Loka Chai Maker to the Packable Puffy Blanket by UltraPak and the Learn Design for 3D Printing course, this week’s top campaigns cater to various interests. Other exciting projects include the Ecotrek Adventure Overalls, SmartyPlants sensors, Lon connectivity solution, Strong Like Bull Magnets, YSMART MQ3X flashlight, and the Truest North Compass. These trending campaigns demonstrate the creativity and ingenuity of their creators, offering practical and cutting-edge solutions for everyday needs.
- Launch time: 2024.6.19
- Pledged In 24 Hours: US$ 476,449
- Backer In 24 Hours: 2,603 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 476%
The Olight Ostation X is a groundbreaking 3-in-1 smart battery charger, tester, and organizer specifically designed for rechargeable AA/AAA Ni-MH batteries. It streamlines battery management by automatically analyzing, charging, and storing up to 32 AA or 36 AAA batteries. Its unique cascading process charges batteries in groups of four within two hours, sorting fully charged batteries into a storage compartment and isolating incompatible ones. With an intelligent detection algorithm for precise battery analysis and eight layers of protection for safe charging, the Ostation X ensures efficient and hassle-free battery management. Additionally, users can monitor and control the device via the Olight Hub app.
- Launch time: 2024.6.18
- Pledged In 24 Hours: US$ 164,337
- Backer In 24 Hours: 1,702 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 1493%
The Loka Chai Maker offers an effortless and mess-free way to make the best chai, featuring a ceramic non-stick coating, built-in strainer, and ergonomic handle for easy pouring. Designed to deliver the authentic taste and health benefits of real chai, it uses a world-class Masala Chai Blend in partnership with Diaspora Co. The device’s patent-pending chai fountain prevents foam overflow, while its 3-ply stainless steel construction ensures durability and efficient heat distribution. Easy to clean and dishwasher-safe, the Loka Chai Maker streamlines chai preparation, allowing users to focus on other activities without worrying about stove mess or boiling over.
- Launch time: 2024.6.18
- Pledged In 24 Hours: US$ 54,074
- Backer In 24 Hours: 524 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 540%
The UltraPak Packable Puffy Blanket is an insulated, warm, and highly portable blanket designed for various situations requiring extra warmth and comfort, such as movie theaters, stargazing, sports events, and more. This full-sized blanket is Gravel’s most packable ever, snapping around the neck for hands-free use, and featuring soft, spill-proof, anti-static, and machine washable properties. It can be easily stored in any bag or clipped onto items, with its core insulated by Wanderloft, made from recycled bottles. Snaps along the edges allow for connecting multiple blankets, and its spill-proof and anti-static coatings ensure durability and cleanliness. Weighing just 8 ounces, it comes in six prints and colors, each offering a reversible solid color option, and boasts a warmth degree rating of 55°.
- Launch time: 2024.6.18
- Pledged In 24 Hours: US$ 104,032
- Backer In 24 Hours: 442 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 3467%
The “Learn Design for 3D Printing” course offers comprehensive training on Fusion 360 and ZBrush, taught by industry experts with extensive experience. This course is ideal for aspiring engineers, artists, hobbyists, and anyone passionate about 3D printing. It starts from the basics and progresses to advanced techniques, making it suitable for both beginners and those familiar with 3D design. Fusion 360, favored for its parametric modeling and free hobby license, helps in creating precise, functional designs. ZBrush, known for its detailed sculpting capabilities, is perfect for digital artists and those creating intricate models. The course emphasizes practical, real-world applications and includes hands-on sculpting demonstrations. It covers essential techniques for designing 3D printable parts and optimizing them for production.
- Launch time: 2024.6.18
- Pledged In 24 Hours: US$ 96,978
- Backer In 24 Hours: 478 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 969%
The Ecotrek Overalls are versatile, durable, and sustainable adventure overalls designed for both men and women, featuring GoFly® Zipper Technology for revolutionary accessibility. Made from 70% recycled ocean buoys, they are water, stain, and abrasion-resistant, quick-dry, and lightweight, suitable for various outdoor activities. These overalls include features like secure pockets, adjustable shoulder straps, a gusseted crotch, and are made from Blue Ocean® Nylon. They offer a modern fit, are reinforced for durability, and provide comfort in hot, cold, and wet conditions. Perfect for climbing, biking, and general outdoor use, the overalls combine practicality with style, allowing wearers to easily “go” without removing their clothing. With a focus on sustainability and functionality, Ecotrek Overalls are designed to meet the demands of outdoor adventures while maintaining a stylish appearance.
- Launch time: 2024.7.19
- Pledged In 24 Hours: ￡ 27,154
- Backer In 24 Hours: 295 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 543%
SmartyPlants is a WiFi-controlled smart sensor designed to monitor and address your houseplants’ needs, providing customized analysis, recommendations, and expert advice. This innovative device simplifies plant care by preventing common growing problems through features like notifications, reminders, a personal tracking diary, and an AI-powered plant identifier that diagnoses diseases from photos. SmartyPlants offers real-time updates on moisture, light, temperature, and nutrients, making it ideal for anyone passionate about growing plants and ensuring they thrive effortlessly.
- Launch time: 2024.6.18
- Pledged In 24 Hours: ￡ 85,636
- Backer In 24 Hours: 349 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 570%
The Lon is an all-in-one docking station, charger hub, power strip, and cable organizer designed to streamline and declutter your workspace. It addresses common workspace organization issues by offering a sleek and multifunctional solution for connectivity and charging. Equipped with the most advanced electronics, Lon includes ports for regular use on the desk and additional ports and sockets underneath. Its proprietary Thunderbolt 4 PCB with 100W PD and medical-grade power unit ensures high-end performance and reliability for all your devices.
- Launch time: 2024.6.20
- Pledged In 24 Hours: US$ 19,411
- Backer In 24 Hours: 309 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 776%
Bolt Magnet Series, combining high strength and stylish design. These magnets feature a machined aluminum housing with a grippy knurl pattern, anodized for durability and color. The top housing piece adds a contrasting color, while a metallic bolt logo adds subtle interest. At their core, these magnets use high-grade Neodymium Iron Boron (NdFeB) magnets, capable of holding 25 sheets of paper to a refrigerator. The urethane rubber pad on the bottom protects surfaces from scratches. Available in various color combinations, the Bolt Magnets offer a clean design without prominent logos, suitable for different surfaces like refrigerators, whiteboards, and office cabinets.
- Launch time: 2024.6.19
- Pledged In 24 Hours: ￡ 19,867
- Backer In 24 Hours: 272 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 662%
The YSMART MQ3X is a premium rechargeable magnetic quick-release flashlight available in brass or titanium. Designed for ultimate convenience and durability, it features the ‘Pop-to-Light’ function for instant illumination, making it ideal for urgent moments. This compact keychain flashlight offers powerful light with a magnetic base for hands-free use and quick USB Type-C charging in under an hour. It includes a rechargeable 10180 Li-Ion battery with up to eight hours of runtime. Choose from white, red, or UV LED options to suit your needs. The MQ3X is built to withstand daily use and extreme adventures, featuring enhanced security with a double-locking magnetic structure and upgraded materials.
- Launch time: 2024.6.18
- Pledged In 24 Hours: US$ 7,971
- Backer In 24 Hours: 242 Backer
- 24 Hours To Reach Goal: 79%
The Truest North Compass is a GPS-equipped device that points to a special location of your choice, celebrating your connection to that place. Reprogrammable with a smartphone, it is ideal for activities like geocaching and treasure hunts, and even for proposals. Combining modern GPS technology with a classic, adventurous design, the compass features a solid maple base, an H62 brass ring, and a glass plate encasing the hands and faceplate, controlled by a stepper motor. Powered by a rechargeable 1000mAh battery, it has a week-long battery life. Hand-assembled in Buffalo, New York, it offers customization options, including imperial or metric units, and an optional manual destination reset button for easy location setting.
