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Funding Suspended Funding for this project was suspended on June 26, 2012.
Funding period
Jun 21, 2012 -
Jul 23, 2012
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7 backers
Thank you. I will keep you up-to-date on this project as it gets further developed.
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SUPER EARLY BIRD BACKER---For those that have to have it NOW...Limited quantity of the larger, 1st Prototype edition with a grey plastic case. Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Aug 2012Pledge $70 or more
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EARLY BIRD SPECIAL---The FIRST production run of a limited supply of Servios with a black plastic case. Retail will be set @ $90. Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $95 or more
39 backers
SUPER SAVER DEAL --- Servio in a choice of COLOR. Included items will be a standard light-gauge steel KEYCHAIN & 32GB MICRO-SD CARD. Colors to be chosen from: black, blue, red, white, green, orange, yellow, pink & purple. Choose color at time of pledge. (default color is black) Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2012Pledge $120 or more
5 backers
SUPER EARLY BIRD BACKER & EARLY BIRD SPECIAL COMBO---For those that have to have it NOW...(1) Servio of the 1st Prototype edition with a grey plastic case & (1) Servio from the FIRST production run of a limited supply of Servios with a black plastic case. Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping) SUPER EARLY BIRD BACKER will ship in August 2012 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL will ship in September 2012
Estimated delivery: Sep 2012Pledge $145 or more
4 backers
SUPER EARLY BIRD BACKER & SUPER SAVER DEAL COMBO---For those that have to have it NOW...(1) Servio of the 1st Prototype edition with a grey plastic case & (1) Servio in a choice of COLOR. Included items will be a standard light-gauge steel KEYCHAIN & 32GB MICRO-SD CARD. Colors to be chosen from: black, blue, red, white, green, orange, yellow, pink & purple. Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping) SUPER EARLY BIRD BACKER will ship in August 2012 SUPER SAVER DEAL will ship in October 2012
Estimated delivery: Oct 2012Pledge $175 or more
0 backers
SUPER SAVER MULTI-PACK---A 2-pack of Servios in a choice of COLOR. Included items will be a standard light-gauge steel KEYCHAIN & 32GB MICRO-SD CARD. Colors to be chosen from: black, blue, red, white, green, orange, yellow, pink & purple. Choose color at time of pledge. (default color is black) Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2012Pledge $400 or more
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SPECIAL DISTRIBUTOR DEAL---A 5-pack of Servios in a choice of COLOR. Included items will be a standard light-gauge steel KEYCHAIN & 32GB MICRO-SD CARD. Colors to be chosen from: black, blue, red, white, green, orange, yellow, pink & purple. Choose color at time of pledge. (default color is black) Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Nov 2012Pledge $470 or more
1 backer
SPECIAL DISTRIBUTOR DEAL & EARLY BIRD SPECIAL COMBO---(1) Servio from the FIRST production run of a limited supply of Servios with a black plastic case & a 5-pack of Servios in a choice of COLOR. Included items will be a standard light-gauge steel KEYCHAIN & 32GB MICRO-SD CARD. Colors to be chosen from: black, blue, red, white, green, orange, yellow, pink & purple. Choose color at time of pledge. (default color is black) Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping) EARLY BIRD SPECIAL will ship in September 2012 SPECIAL DISTRIBUTOR DEAL will ship in November 2012
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SUPER DISTRIBUTOR DEAL---An 11-pack of Servios in a choice of COLOR. Included items will be a standard light-gauge steel KEYCHAIN & 32GB MICRO-SD CARD. Colors to be chosen from: black, blue, red, white, green, orange, yellow, pink & purple. Choose color at time of pledge. (default color is black) Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Nov 2012Pledge $7,500 or more
0 backers
BIG-TIME DISTRIBUTOR DEAL---A 110-pack of Servios in a choice of COLOR. Included items will be a standard light-gauge steel KEYCHAIN & 16GB MICRO-SD CARD. Colors to be chosen from: black, blue, red, white, green, orange, yellow, pink & purple. Choose color at time of pledge. (default color is black) Free shipping in the USA. (Add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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Show older commentsCreator Toby Sear on July 10, 2012
I got a message from https://twitter.com/PhilipFreidin regarding this project, he has more info on the Maxell Airstash that seems to be what Brenda was using as her "prototype".
Philip's message below:
When I first saw the Servio project at Kickstarter, I was a little suspicious,
both by the presentation, info given, and the ReplyGirl type intro.
Then the project was closed with no info as to why, and some assorted comments
that suspected that this was a ripoff.
This was the first time I had ever seen a Kickstarter project killed, so
I did some research on the Maxwell Airstash, to find some internal pictures.
I have uploaded them here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/25605739@N08/7459193488/in/photostream
http://www.flickr.com/photos/25605739@N08/7459193050/in/photostream/
I thought this would be of interest to the backers looking for some
confirmation of why it got killed.
I got the pictures from the FCC (USA Federal Communications Commission)
web site where, (with significant effort) you can get technical info
on anything that has gone through the compliance process. The Airstream
contains a transmitter so to sell it legally in the US, it needs to have
an FCC approval number. In this case XSNA02.
Creator Juan Carlos Santana on June 30, 2012
I think the first prototype was simply an Maxwell Airstash... It looked identical... Maybe that's why it was suspended
Creator Brad Keen on June 29, 2012
This is the second project in the last couple of months to get suspended that does a similar thing. I am very excited to find a product that lets me transfer pictures from an sd card to a phone. If someone comes up with the project, I'll definitely fund it.
Creator Toby Sear on June 28, 2012
If you want something similar there is:
CloudFTP, a previous kickstarter project: http://www.hypershop.com/SearchResults.asp…
-or-
Maxell AirStash (google it) - budget device for sharing sd card over wifi
Creator MarkS on June 28, 2012
Looking around a WR703N would probably do the job.(25 with DDWRT linux installed) and a battery pack. Its pretty darn small. Maybe we should make one...
Creator Anuj Desai on June 27, 2012
Something like this does exist, just not this small, at this price, using minimal power as she claimed (which peaked my interest). Would have been nice. It's technically possible, and similar items may be appearing soon with the drop in in manufacturing costs for components needed to achieve this.
Creator Mr. Shantyboat on June 27, 2012
Their families must be so proud.
Creator Nick on June 27, 2012
Hane it was a scam/not valud project. Its a cute idea. Well done to some eagle eyed backers I guess. I thought the project looked a bit basic and bare on the circuit board....but who knows what whizz kids can do nowadays. Backing rewards explained a bit amateurish gave me pause, too. Hope someone takes this idea and runs with it.
Creator Kevin Berger on June 27, 2012
I thought it might be a "there is already a similar product"... kickstarter did a device called cloudftp from someone in january...
Creator Tyler B on June 27, 2012
After paying closer attention to the video, I notice that the "new" quarter sized "prototype" has a date on the board, 2008.02.01, so it's either a really old new prototype or some sort of chopped up card reader as said by toby.
Creator Toby Sear on June 27, 2012
hi guys, looks like it was a scam, her "prototype" looks to just be one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Maxell-AirStash-Expandable-Capacity-Wireless/dp/B006473T92
with no case.
and after re-watching the video:
the quarter sized device has no usb port at all, in any form as far as i can see.
it has no battery at all
looks to be just a cut up micro sd reader?
theres no way you could reduce the size of the battery on the Maxell device, to be small enough to fit on that new device with the same battery life.
Creator Mr. Shantyboat on June 27, 2012
OK.. she says she is an Electrical Engineering Major from Sacred Heart University. I don't see that they offer that major. http://www.sacredheart.edu/pages/11_undergraduate_studies_majors_minors.cfm
Creator Mr. Shantyboat on June 27, 2012
Could it be that the name is already in use by another company?
Creator Alvaro Peralta on June 27, 2012
Hello Brenda, can you please let us all know why Kickstarter Suspended the Project?
I was looking fwd to your Servio so much :-(
Hope to hear from you soon.
Creator P Johnson on June 26, 2012
I agree I was looking forward to this, And am curious what happened to suspend funding.....
Creator teddy on June 26, 2012
It was my first backed project ...
Hope someone will tell us what is thé problem
Creator Jeffrey on June 26, 2012
Brenda, can you clarify?
Creator Chris on June 26, 2012
That sucks
Creator Tommy Thorn on June 26, 2012
Looking at the KS FAQ I guess we'll never know:
"Can I find out why a project was suspended?
No. For legal and privacy reasons, Kickstarter does not comment on moderator actions."
That sucks. I've seen other projects that looked a lot more suspect. I can't see anything to suggest it was a scam. Hopefully this idea gets a new life somewhere, ideally is a more open manner.
Creator Roger Brown on June 26, 2012
I was looking forward to these really useful devices. Shucks!
Creator MarkS on June 26, 2012
Suspended. Can anyone explain why ?
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 26, 2012
Wy
There will be a very near future firmware update that will allow sdxc cards.
Thank you
Brenda
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 26, 2012
Marco
Servio refreshes the ip everytime you turn it on. As with any device today (iPhone, Android....etc), there does not exist a way to password protect the sd card itself. The password that Servio uses would deny access to the sd card only when it is in the sd card slot of Servio
Thanks
Brenda
Creator Wy on June 26, 2012
Will you be having sdxc support for sizes larger than 32gb?
Creator Marco on June 26, 2012
Hi Brenda,
thanks for the great summary on Wi-Fi encryption. Great to hear that Servio supports all newer protocols. I am confident that my files will be protected during transport.
My question though was around protecting my files on the SD card. Anyone that knows my IP can gain access to the SD? Or is there a way for me to grant permission?
Granted that one can password protect the file, just wondering if other options are available either with first release or maybe future ones.
Congratulations on your now fully funded project.
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 25, 2012
Hajo
Im going to make a new reward with the combination of those 2 rewards together. I have done this for other backers as well. Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks Brenda
Creator Hajo Jonker on June 25, 2012
Hello there from The Netherlands I just pledged as an SUPER EARLY BIRD BACKER but I would also want the SUPER SAVER DEAL because of the keychain and mico SD how can I pledge?, regards Hajo
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 25, 2012
Clifford
I will definately be looking into stretch goals. Thanks for telling me about them.
Brenda
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 25, 2012
Kevin
Yes you can use the internet while connected to Servio.
Thanks
Brenda
Creator Clifford on June 25, 2012
Or lilypadding Servio units, to create spontaneous networks.
Ability to connect to larger power source to extend uptime.
Creator nameless on June 25, 2012
*distant
Creator nameless on June 25, 2012
Or to connect through internet to a distance servio ;-).
Creator Clifford on June 25, 2012
A stretch goal is saying if funding reaches "X" level we will add this feature.
Goals could include more color options, added platform support, or added functionality.
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 25, 2012
Jeffrey
Could you explain to me what stretch goals are? I never heard of that. Sorry for being uninformed.
Thanks
Brenda
Creator Jeffrey on June 25, 2012
Any chance of there being stretch goals in the upcoming weeks?
Creator Kevin Berger on June 25, 2012
Is there a way to be streaming a file from servio while also on the internet? I know ad-hoc mode makes that impossible, as the devices ignore other connections, but mayne through some sort of software trickery?
Creator Nick on June 25, 2012
Great idea, Ms. Feliciano. Looks like Servio is going to get built! Looking forward to mine.
Creator Ernest Grzybowski on June 25, 2012
Such a simple idea. Many companies have really expensive alternatives to this. Great job.
Creator Tommy Thorn on June 25, 2012
Hi Brenda,
encrypting the transport is important but what I was referring to was encrypted files (imagine loosing your Servio device with sensitive files on it). However my more general question was about the openness of the design. I take your silence as a firm no.
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 25, 2012
Peter
Thank you for the support.
To answer your question, right now the approx. finished dimensions are 1.25" X 1.25". Thats quite small. If I had to get it smaller, I would have to take out the micro-sd slot & put dedicated flash memory. Removing the slot could shrink the lithium battery down since I dont need to power the micro-sd card. Doing this however would create different manufacturing configurations. Think of it this way. Remember Pong? That is all you can play. Now think of XBOX360 and PS3. People would rather have a choice. I must say though, a defined storage size works for Apple. In the case of Servio, it would drive up costs to include on-board memory. That might push Servio out of a consumer comfortable price range. It is definately feasble, but not at the prices of today's tech. You can throw boat loads of money at something but if people dont buy it then you loose more than you gain.
Thanks
Brenda
Creator Peter W. on June 24, 2012
You have an awesome product, probably will be funded many times over! Any chance of it getting even smaller if you get a big enough budget to work with?
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 24, 2012
Clifford
Lets answer your questions in order.
1. Servio has a range of 160'-0" line of site....around the 50 yard line.
2. If by name you mean SSID, yes you can.
3. Sorry about that one, but I wont be offering those after orders are filled.
4. There are 3 choices to choose from if you want to put files from your PC or MAC onto Servio.
A. Plug Servio into a USB port on your PC or MAC using the included USB wire.
B. Put the micro-sd card into a memory card reader.
C. And last but not least, wirelessly. When you connect Servio to your device, goto the settings and look up the ip address. Type the ip into any browser and it will show the files that you have on that micro-sd card.
I explain in the FAQ section that all devices, including future ones, are and will be compatible with Servio. As long as a device, be it Apple, Android, or others, has the ability to pick up a wi-fi signal then it can connect to Servio.
Thanks
Brenda
Creator Clifford on June 24, 2012
1. What kind of open space range will this have? If placed at the touchdown line of a football field how far can one go before losing contact?
2. With the GUI will it be possible to change the name that shows up.
3. Is there any chance of continuing to offer the larger (but not by much) version after the early birds have flown?
4. Upload is by plugging into a computer? Does Apple play well with this?
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 24, 2012
Marco
Servio not only has WEP 128-bit security, but it also has WPA2.
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a security algorithm for IEEE 802.11 wireless networks. Introduced as part of the original 802.11 standard ratified in September 1999, its intention was to provide data confidentiality comparable to that of a traditional wired network. WEP, recognizable by the key of 10 or 26 hexadecimal digits, is widely in use and is often the first security choice presented to users by router configuration tools.
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) are two security protocols and security certification programs developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance to secure wireless computer networks.
WPA (sometimes referred to as the draft IEEE 802.11i standard) became available in 2003 and was intended as an intermediate measure in anticipation of the availability of the more secure and complex WPA2. WPA2 became available in 2004 and is a common shorthand for the full IEEE 802.11i (or IEEE 802.11i-2004) standard.
WPA2 has replaced WPA. WPA2, which requires testing and certification by the Wi-Fi Alliance, implements the mandatory elements of IEEE 802.11i. In particular, it introduces CCMP, a new AES-based encryption mode with strong security.
Hope this explains things for you
Brenda
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 24, 2012
Nameless
That is true. Servio will have a small GUI for changing your setting. Settings like SSID, adding a password for protection and authorized users. I will have pics shortly.
Thanks
Brenda
Creator Marco on June 24, 2012
Hi Brenda,
great idea. I can see myself using this device on a daily basis. Like Tommy below, I am curious of what kind of encryption (if any) is available to protect my precious files.
Thank you. Looking forward to receive my Servio.
Creator nameless on June 24, 2012
I mean for pc.
Creator nameless on June 24, 2012
The device is gonna have some kind of graphical user interface to adjust its settings?
Creator Brenda Feliciano (deleted) on June 23, 2012
The $50 reward is the larger prototype 1 version of Servio. That reward is mainly for people that want to use a regular sd card as well as want to have the USB port on the PCB. The $70 reward is for the First production run (not a protoype at all). The keychain & 32GB micro-sd card & color choice do not come with this reward. That is why it is less expensive and can be shipped a month earlier than the $95 reward. If you look at the addtional items that come with the $95 reward, they add up to a lot more than $25. Also as a note, I'm not sure if you happen to catch the way I had rewards set up earlier, but it was more expensive to get all those items then. I did some calling around for different suppliers and I was able to redo the rewards that did not have backers yet. This allowed me to combine some rewards into the same monetary value.
thanks
Brenda
Creator Ken's Lil' Sister on June 23, 2012
I am not sure I am tracking, according to your FAQ all Servios come with a 32G micro SD card right? And, now it appears that all of your backers get to chose their color except for those who chose the prototype is this correct?