Kickstarter Of The Week: #Instaprint



As I was roaming the internet, I can across a cool website called Kickstarter.com. What is KickStarter you ask? Its the world's largest funding platform for creative projects. Every week, tens of thousands of amazing people pledge millions of dollars to projects from the worlds of music, film, art, technology, design, food, publishing and other creative fields.

A new form of commerce and patronage.This is not about investment or lending. Project creators keep 100% ownership and control over their work. Instead, they offer products and experiences that are unique to each project.

All or nothing funding. On Kickstarter, a project must reach its funding goal before time runs out or no money changes hands. Why? It protects everyone involved. Creators aren’t expected to develop their project without necessary funds, and it allows anyone to test concepts without risk.

Each and every project is the independent creation of someone like you. Projects are big and small, serious and whimsical, traditional and experimental. They’re inspiring, entertaining and unbelievably diverse.

Now that you know about the site, let us introduce you to one of MANY projects on KickStarter.

INSTAPRINT



 
Instaprint is a location based photo booth that can transform parties and events by putting a camera in everyone's hand. By setting Instaprint to look out for specific locations or hashtags, any Instagram tagged appropriately will automatically be printed out on inkless paper. Get one for your next party, event, wedding, fiesta....

TRY OUT INSTAPRINT LIVE



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Tag your Instagram with #instaprint and watch it print out live!

THE BACKSTORY

Instaprint was invented in the spring of 2011 by our small company called BREAKFAST. Over the past year our prototype devices have been seen at events such as store openings, product launches, a variety of different parties and events including The Grammys and Lady Gaga concerts.
Going from prototype to consumer product is a massive step, and is something BREAKFAST has been working on for almost a year. It's a huge endeavor that will require us to bring on more staff and dedicate many months to make it all happen. Some things are sure to change as we get into the thick of it, but that means things will only get better.
We're really psyched to try and make this happen, and we hope you'll help us reach our goal. We can't thank all of you enough for any support you can give!

WHERE DOES THE CASH GO?

  • $175,000 will go towards the many months of mechanical design, digital design, hardware development, software development, prototyping and testing for the device hardware, software and website.
  • $260,000 will go towards the parts, molds, inkless paper, fabrication and build of the devices.
  • $20,000 for packaging and shipping all of the rewards.
  • $45,000 goes to KickStarter and Amazon's fees.

INKLESS TECHNOLOGY

Rather than dealing with ink cartridges that constantly need replacement, Instaprint uses an inkless technology where all color is pulled right from the paper itself.


DAISY CHAINING

For higher volume printing and an even better look, additional Instaprints can be daisy chained together to share power and connectivity. Each multi-box set up requires one Instaprint that has a controller and Wi-Fi module which then drives the other controller-less Instaprints.



QUICK & EASY WI-FI SETUP

When Instaprint is powered up for the first time, it will show up as a Wi-fi network on your phone or computer. Once connected to the device, you'll be able to set the Wi-Fi network it will use to connect to the internet and associate your Instaprint device(s) with your instaprint.me account.


INSTAPRINT.ME

Instaprint.me will be your one-stop-shop for setting up your Instaprint devices with locations and hashtags for different events, and will also host your event galleries. These galleries showcase all the Instagrams printed at each of your events, and give attendees a place online to view the collection of prints.

TECH SPECS

Size and weight




  • Height: 6.5 inches (165.1 mm)











  • Width: 6.5 inches (165.1 mm)











  • Depth: 2.5 inches (63.5 mm)











  • Weight: 1.5 lbs. (.68 kg)











  • Paper size: 2 inches x 3 inches








  • Paper capacity




  • Our proposed design has the potential to hold 50+ sheets per refill, but until we enter production we’re unable to commit to an exact number. It is possible that number could rise or drop, but we’re determined to push for the highest capacity possible.







  • Power
    • High performance coiled cables provide DC current to each Instaprint.
    • Power supplies will vary depending upon number of Instaprints in the kit you order. A larger power supply may be required for each additional Instaprint that is added to a daisy chain.
    • Power supplies will work on 120v as well as 220v, but may require an adapter for international sockets.
    Printer engine & paper type/price
    • We are still assessing several different printer engine options to ensure the highest quality, performance, and reliability.
    • The paper type will vary with the engine we decide on. Paper will be readily accessible either directly from us or from places such as amazon.com, and should cost around $12 for 30 sheets.
    Setup & operational requirements
    • Internet connected device (computer, smart phone, tablet) running a modern web browser
    • Wi-Fi network connected to the internet
    • Instaprint.me account (free)
    • People using the Instagram app, with photos set to public
    In the box
    • Instaprint
    • High performance coiled power cable
    • Power supply with US plug
    • Starter Paper

    SOURCE: (http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/breakfastny/instaprint-the-location-based-photo-booth-for-inst?ref=spotlight)

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