Smartipresence: cardboard telepresence robot

A project in Hackney, UK by Ross Atkin
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Get closer to people you can't be close to with a robotic body for your smartphone allowing video callers to move around your in space
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Backers: 186
Average Pledge Per Backer: £67

Funded: £12,501 of £3,500
Dates: Jul 28th -> Sep 3rd (38 days)
Project By: Ross Atkin
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Latest News

This cardboard Wolfenstein 3D setup invites you to punch Nazis remotely

August 25th - via: engadget.com
The robot itself is just a bit more than a phone case that is also made out of cardboard plus three motors. The entire setup is managed by Ross Atkins, who is promoting the Smartipresence project on Kickstarter. Other than playing realized versions of classic games, it lets loved ones or coworkers drive the camera around on their own while they’re on the other end of your video call. (Read More)

Thanks so much! Goal met + production started! Extra reward!

August 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Wonderful Backers, First of all, please accept my apologies that it’s taken so long to write an update. I’ll explain why below but first of all I want to thank you all hugely for supporting this project! It is funded so, thanks to all of... (Read More)

Smartipresence cardboard telepresence robot

July 28th - via: geeky-gadgets.com
Designer Ross Atkin based in London has created a new cardboard telepresence robot that uses the power of your smartphone to enable callers to move around your home, office or designated areas. Launched by Kickstarter this week early bird pledges are available from £50. (Read More)

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