About this project
Hi and thanks for checking out our project, we can’t wait to bring it you!
The HiddenRadio & Bluetooth Speaker is the simplest and most intuitive product ever.
ELEGANT INCONSPICUOUS DESIGN, SUPERIOR SOUND
The HiddenRadio & Bluetooth Speaker is based off minimal, timeless design and user intuition. When asleep it hides all its functions, being silent and unanimated. To turn it on you simply twist and lift the cap; the further you lift the cap the more internal volume is created and will amplify to over 80dB of crystal clear sound. This unique design connects and captivates the user through its intuitive functionality.
THE FREEDOM OF BLUETOOTH
The speaker wirelessly supports iPhone, iPad or any other smartphone, tablet or computer via Bluetooth technology. If you have multiple speakers throughout your home, you can enjoy radiant sound, while seamlessly switching between them. Don’t have a Bluetooth device? It’s not s a problem: the HiddenRadio has a 3.5mm audio input plug that allows you to plug-in any device without Bluetooth functionality. We’ve also added a great built in AM/FM radio.
ENDLESS SOUND QUALITY
The rechargeable batteries support a whopping 30+ hours of streaming music: easily enough for a weekend away or to get you through the busy workweek. We’ve tested it along side the leading products on the market and The HiddenRadio has excelled in both sound quality and volume power.
DESIGN THAT WILL BE LOVED IN
ANY HOME
We’ve
spent 4 years and over $50k of our own money perfecting the patented mechanism.
As the end result, The HiddenRadio holds the most powerful and clear sound
within the purest, sleekest, compact form.
We
have a great factory already set up and we are almost ready to start
production; we just need your help to get there. If we can pre-sell just 1000
units we can make it happen!
WHAT YOUR CONTRIBUTION WILL
HELP US DO
On
top of the $50k in development we’ve spent ourselves, we still need:
-
$62k, Injection molding tools
- $30k, Global Bluetooth certifications
- $33k, First production run
BE PART OF THIS GREAT PROJECT
The
HiddenRadio is a clear simple answer to both classic, unobtrusive home decor
and complete clear sound quality. We can’t wait to share this great project
with you. With your support, when you see the HiddenRadio on the shelf of a
retail store you will have the satisfaction of knowing YOU helped make it happen.
Here’s
what the press has been saying:
“John Van Den Nieuwenhuizen’s
radio concept is unassuming and inviting; it truly looks like something that is
good to touch.”
Mocoloco.com
“The HiddenRadio, a quiet little concept with some poetic ergonomics”
Core77.com
“The simplest gadget
ever?...Makes the iPod look like a busy piece of design.”
Wired.com
“Every now and then there’s a
beautifully simple design that is so intuitive it beggars belief as to why
no-one else had thought of it.”
Gadgetrynews.com
“Meant to go against the grain
where most devices these days come with more buttons than a nuclear arsenal
control panel”
Ubergizmo.com
“Absurdly clever.”
Boingboing.net
FAQ
Q/ How
long will the batteries last?
A/ The rechargeable batteries
last over 30 hours.
Q/ How
will I know it will support my phone, tablet or computer?
A/ Bluetooth is a global
standard designed to work on any device.
Q/ How
loud is the sound?
A/ We’ve tested it over 80dB,
basically it will easily fill the space of a large apartment.
Q/ Is
shipping included?
A/ We are offering free global
shipping only for Kickstarter backers!
Q/ When
will you start to manufacture?
A/ Once we get to 1000 units
we’ll begin production immediately. I hope you can help us bring this great
product to market.
Thanks
a lot for stopping by and we hope you can support our project!
FAQ
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You're awesome, really! Every dollar helps get us closer! You'll get a Hidden Radio micro fiber MP3 pouch and cleaning cloth. We’ll also send you an invite to our San Francisco or Milan Launch party + you’ll be listed on our website as a contributor.
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EARLY BIRDS Help us get the ball rolling! We will only be offering 199 Hidden Radios + BT Speakers in metallic silver at this discounted price. Be the first to get crystal clear sound in your home for only $99. At this discounted rate we just ask that you help us get the word out! FREE global shipping included.
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ON BOARD You’ll be one of the first to get the HiddenRadio + BT Speaker in metallic silver. This will normally retail for over $175 but you will be able fill your room or apartment with booming sound at a discounted price. FREE global shipping included.
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THE PAIR You’ll get two units in your choice of metallic silver or graphite black. One HiddenRadio will fill a room with booming pure sound, two can fill a home. FREE global shipping included.
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PARTY PACK II If you missed the limited edition pack you can still get 5 units in your choice of color without the individually numbered version. This is a huge discount as they will regularly sell for $175 each! With 5 units you can pass them to your friends or fill the house, patio, garage or wherever with great sound in a compact form! FREE global shipping included.
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PARTY PACK you’ll get 5 units in your choice of color, including one individually numbered limited edition unit. ONLY for Kickstarter! With 5 units you can pass them to your friends or fill the house, patio, garage or wherever with great sound in a compact form! ONLY 100 units available! FREE global shipping included.
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SPECIAL EDITION WHITE you’ll be the first to receive 7 units in your choice of colors. Including a special high gloss white edition. FREE global shipping included.
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Industrial Designers John Van Den Nieuwenhuizen and Vitor Santa Maria have worked around the world designing and consulting for many Fortune 500 tech companies with numerous awards and over 30 years of combined experience between them.
John is originally from Sydney, Australia and now based out of San Francisco, USA. Vitor is originally from Rio De Janeiro, Brazil though moved to Milan 18 years ago to pursue design.
The two designers are now branching out on their own to start creating products that break the usual overly complex molds. John and Vitor’s approach to their work is simple product design that is both innovative, intuitive and creates a positive impact in people’s lives.
