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InfiMaker K1

Crowdfunding, Events, News & Features

The InfiMaker K1 Makes 5-Axis CNC Machining Look Almost Too Easy, and It’s Launching Soon on Kickstarter

On August 11th, 2026, I was invited to a Kickstarter Launch Event in San Francisco for the InfiMaker K1 5-axis CNC, a sleek desktop machine with powerful capabilities for experienced makers and hobbyists alike. I have personally stayed away from things like 3D printers– I’m not creating things to sell on Etsy any time soon. The learning curve seems slightly daunting. I’ve played with laser engravers and copycat CNC routers with varying degrees of frustration. But a 5-axis CNC? No way I’d be able to wrap my head around that. Or could I?

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XGIMI TITAN Noir

News & Features, Crowdfunding

XGIMI Launches TITAN Noir Series 4K Projectors with Kickstarter Pricing

XGIMI is taking another swing at the high-end home theater crowd with the TITAN Noir Series, a new family of 4K projectors that first appeared at CES 2026 and is now launching globally through Kickstarter. The lineup includes the TITAN Noir Max, TITAN Noir Pro, and TITAN Noir, with early pricing starting at $2,499. The headline feature is a Dual Intelligent Iris System, a new light-control setup meant to deepen black levels, preserve shadow detail, and help very large projected images look less washed out in rooms that aren’t perfect blackout caves or ordinary living rooms.

TDM Neo Headphones

Crowdfunding, Events, Gear Bits

TDM Neo Hybrid Headphones Cleverly Turn Into a Portable Speaker with a Twist, While Offering 200-Hours of Battery Life

It’s hard to make headphones or portable speakers interesting. You can tweak the shape of a speaker or add a clever strap for backpack duty. You can dress up a pair of headphones with new colors or textures. But at the end of the day, everyone knows what over-the-ear headphones are, and everyone knows what a small Bluetooth speaker does. The TDM Neo tries something different by combining both, and it just might make you rethink how you use each.

AWOL Vision Aetherion

Crowdfunding, Events, News & Features

UPDATED: AWOL Vision Aetherion Series Brings PixelPerfect 4K Projection to 200″ for Cinematic Living Rooms and Next-Gen Gaming

The new AWOL Vision Aetherion series enters the scene with the Aetherion Max and Aetherion Pro, a pair of ultra short-throw projectors designed to bring 4K clarity into living rooms, home theaters, or gaming dens without demanding a complicated setup or a cavern of space. The keyword here is Aetherion, because this system leans hard into precision, speed, and scale. If you have ever looked at a giant projected image and thought the details seemed a little too impressionistic, the Aetherion lineup aims to fix that problem in a very big way.

HatchBlade

Crowdfunding, News & Features

HatchBlade: The Addictively Flippable Titanium EDC Knife That’s Part Tool, Part Fidget Toy

Most everyday carry tools seem to land at one extreme or the other: either strictly practical or designed to grab attention.HatchBlade manages to slip right between those extremes, bringing you a compact titanium tool that feels more like a conversation piece than something meant to sit in a drawer. This is not just another tiny knife you’ll lose in your junk drawer next to old batteries and expired coupons. HatchBlade is designed to be played with, fidgeted with, and, yes, actually used in everyday moments when you need a sharp edge close by.

GrilTi 2.0 Titanium Grill

Crowdfunding, Outdoors

GrilTi 2.0 Titanium Grill: A Pack-Flat, Three-Zone Outdoor Cooking Setup for Campers, Van-Lifers, and Anyone Who Wants Real Food in the Wild

Packing for the backcountry usually means tough choices: bring the heavy gear and eat well, or go light and settle for sad, half-cooked camp meals. GrilTi 2.0 wants to change that with a titanium grill that’s light enough to toss in a backpack yet built to handle a proper meal over real fire. It’s not just a slab of metal; it’s a three-zone cooking surface designed for everything from seared steak to fried eggs, with enough clever design choices to make you forget you’re miles from the nearest kitchen.

D-Pack Board Game Backpack on Kickstarter

Crowdfunding, Game Diary

D-Pack Is the 60L Board Game Backpack That Thinks Like a Gamer

If you’ve ever tried hauling seven board games, a laptop, a few card decks, a playmat or two, and snacks across a convention hall, you know it’s basically a dexterity challenge in itself. Enter the D-Pack, a 60-liter modular board game backpack currently live on Kickstarter that promises to make that juggling act a lot less chaotic. This isn’t just a big bag—it’s a smart one built for people who actually live and breathe tabletop nights, RPG campaigns, and the marathon that is convention season.

Orangered Life 25° Ruler 2.0 on Kickstarter

News & Features, Crowdfunding

Orangered Life 25° Ruler 2.0 on Kickstarter: The Ergonomic Aluminum Ruler Built for Precision, Comfort, and Creative Projects

If you’ve ever picked up a ruler and thought, “Well, this could be better,” you’re not alone. Orangered Life, the design studio that has turned the humble straightedge into a series of collectible tools, is back with its latest project: the 25° Ruler 2.0. It’s not just a measuring stick; it’s a carefully engineered piece of desk candy that promises to make sketching, drafting, and even straight-edge cutting feel more precise, more comfortable, and — dare we say — more fun.

Three Legged Thing Axis Strap System

Crowdfunding, Gear Bits

3 Legged Thing Reinvents Camera Carry with the NASA-Trusted Axis Strap System, Now on Kickstarter

Camera straps just got a serious upgrade. Renowned British camera gear maker 3 Legged Thing is stepping into the carry solution arena with the debut of its Axis Strap System, now live on Kickstarter. At the core of Axis are two revolutionary components: the exclusive 4 Axis QD Buckle and a reimagined version of the classic QD Swivel. Originally engineered for use in astronautics, military, and law enforcement — and even trusted by NASA for securing cargo — this ultra-reliable quick-detach system has been redesigned by 3 Legged Thing to keep your camera secure, accessible, and always ready for action.

Titaner Tiroler 2.0

Crowdfunding, News & Features

Titaner Tiroler 2.0 Is a Curve-Measuring Tool That Actually Understands Your Life’s Twists

The Titaner Tiroler 2.0 has launched on Kickstarter, determined to end your eternal feud with floppy cloth tape measures and stiff metal rulers. This isn’t just another tool that will end up tossed in your kitchen drawer; it’s a precision-made, titanium-built measuring companion that adapts to the actual curves and contours of your projects, your plans, and yes, even your body.

LiberNovo Omni

Crowdfunding, News & Features

The LiberNovo Omni Is a Dynamic Ergonomic Chair That Moves With You to Transform All-Day Sitting

If you’ve ever spent an entire day glued to your desk only to get up feeling like your spine aged ten years, you’re not alone. Most chairs give up on you halfway through the day, flattening cushions, awkward armrests, and lumbar support that never quite hits the right spot. That’s where the LiberNovo Omni steps in, freshly launched on Kickstarter and already making waves. This chair isn’t just trying to look ergonomic; it’s designed to be ergonomic, in motion, with you, every inch of the way.

Frosteam 3-in-1 Facial Spa

Crowdfunding, News & Features

Frosteam 3-in-1 Facial Spa Brings Steam, Cold Therapy, and Aromatherapy to Your Daily Skincare Routine

If you’ve ever hovered your face over a pot of boiling water hoping for clearer pores, or jammed your cheeks into a bowl of melting ice water in the name of skincare, you know that home facials are often more hassle than healing. That’s where Frosteam steps in; it’s a sleek, Canadian-designed 3-in-1 device that brings hot steam, cold therapy, and aromatherapy together in one seriously good-looking countertop companion. It’s now available for pre-order on Kickstarter, and it promises to elevate your skincare game without requiring a trip to the spa (or a mess in your kitchen).