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Podo - The First Stick and Shoot Camera: The Sequel
$761,130
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Podo shoots photos, videos, and time lapse. Set any interval and Podo will capture everything automatically. See one here.
This advanced software and go-anywhere size make Podo the most versatile, and easy-to-use camera ever!
How to order on Kickstarter: Click "Back This Project" and select a reward, add $5 per item for accessories (see below), then complete your pledge. For more details see bottom of this page.
Podo makes a perfect holiday or birthday gift, and pledging today lets you save up to 50% off future prices!
STRETCH GOALS
UNLOCKED - Upgraded tin packaging
UNLOCKED - Image processing upgrade
UNLOCKED - Free upgrade for carrying cases
UNLOCKED - Water proof case add-on
UNLOCKED - Backers up to $600k Xmas Shipping
UNLOCKED - Stereoscopic shooting mode
$800k - Free upgrade for water proof cases
$900k - Free hard shell gear case
$1M - Double the memory free upgrade, new colors, filters!
REWARDS
Benefits
Freedom: Capture any moment from any perspective. Your shots are no longer limited by the reach of your arm.
Control: The Podo app puts you in control for every shot. Wirelessly preview, capture, and transfer, with Bluetooth technology.
USE CASES
Your phone is great, but it's not always the right camera for the job.
Our customers love how easy it is to use Podo to enhance their lifestyles:
Everyday adventures:
- Self-portraits: Ditch your selfie stick for good.
- Group photos: Fit everyone in on the very first try.
- Family: Fun for even the most camera-shy little-ones.
- Animals: Get up-close on their level with your pets.
- Food: Snap a recipe step-by-step or get that perfect food pic.
- Cars: Use Podo as an easy backup cam.
For your passions:
- Photography: A fun and creative addition to your gear bag.
- Travel: Never miss a photo op, without relying on strangers.
- Style & Fashion: Check your outfit from the back, and take your #ootd.
- Fitness: Check your form, yoga poses, and of course, progress pics!
- Sports: Record your swing, or watch a basket from the back board.
- Artists: Dancers, musicians, stop-motion animators, painters, etc.
- Time Lapse: Set any interval for the easiest time lapse ever.
Perfect for events:
- Weddings/Parties: Capture it all automatically with time lapse.
- Concerts: Get every angle of the venue without running any cables.
- Multi-angle: Use multiple Podos to capture everything at once.
- Photo booth: Everyone loves a good photo booth!
FEATURES
Large Pixel Size
The pixels on our sensor (2.2 μm) are 50% bigger than those in the iPhone 7 (1.5 μm) and the Galaxy S7 (1.4 μm).
Bigger pixels collect more light, leading to increased dynamic range, improved low-light performance, and reduced noise. Bigger pixels = better picture.
Choosing a 5MP camera allows bigger pixels within the same sensor size, and is enough megapixels to print at 14"x11" full resolution.
Micro-Adhesive Sticky Pad
Podo sticks with a quick press, then peels right off. It physically "grips" the wall so it doesn't wear out, and you can clean it with water. Think gecko's feet...but on a camera.
No other stands, clips, or mounts required. Just slip Podo in your pocket and you're good to go.
Sound like magic? It feels like it too! Just wait until you try it yourself.
For a short video on how it works, click here.
The Podo App
1. Wake Podo up and start the preview, all from within the app
2. Adjust settings, hit the shutter, or start a countdown
3. Choose your favorite shots and transfer them to your phone
When you're done, just stick Podo in your pocket and it will return to sleep automatically.
The Podo App is free for iOS and Android. Requires iPhone 5/Android 4.4 or higher.
Photo transfer times vary with phone model and strength of Bluetooth connection. Typical transfer time for a 5MP photo is 2-4 seconds.
App Modes
PHOTO: Simple. Fun. Our bread and butter.
LAPSE: Set any interval for the easiest time lapse ever. (Does not require connection with phone)
VIDEO: 720p HD video at 30 fps. Your phone records the audio like a wireless mic.
MULTI (new): Capture photo, video, or lapse with up to 6 Podos simultaneously in a unique and immersive way.
BOOTH (new): Easily provide the classic photo booth experience. Silly faces are highly recommended!
SOLO (new): Activate tap-gesture controls and put your phone away.
As we update the app, Podo will gain even more features over time!
More Features
- Fully rotating hinge lets you shoot any angle
- Accelerometer automatically orients the photos LEDs indicate Podo's actions (not for flash)
- Adjustable countdown timer 8GB memory holds thousands of photos
- Li-ion battery lasts 1,000 photos or 2 weeks in standby
TECH SPECS
- Size: 1.3" x 1.3" x 1.5" (3 x 3 x 4.5 cm)
- Weight: 1.5 oz (43 g)
- Sensor: 5 MP (2.2 μm pixels)
- Video: 720p 30fps
- Lens: 90° wide-angle, glass
- Memory: 8 GB
- 8-LED ring
- Bluetooth 4.2 LE + Classic
- Accelerometer
- Rechargeable battery (up to 1.5 hrs. video)
ACCESSORIES
The Choices:
Sticky pads are 12x6 cm and perfect for sticking your phone to your dashboard, hanging keys and cards by the door, or for mounting frames and posters. *These are stand-alone bonus pieces, not replacements for the Podo.*
Drawstring bag is perfect as a gym back or light daily carry!
Carrying case is made of high-quality Santoprene (industrial-grade, highly durable) and allows Podo to hang on your bag, belt, etc. Thanks to the success of this campaign, we're also including a neoprene sleeve with magnet enclosure that fully protects your Podo.
BACKER REFERRAL PROGRAM
Refer your friends and earn free stuff! Simple.
We count the number of Podos referred. So if your friend orders 6 Podos, you get credit for 6 referrals. What a good friend.
The top referrer overall also receives:
- Two advance Podos from our manufacturing test runs
- The very first Podo from mass production! (#001)
RETURNING BACKERS
If you pledge for a Podo yet again, we'll send you one free gift bundle of:
- 3 piece Sticky pad set ($10 value)
- Podo carrying case ($10 value)
- Drawstring bag ($10 value)
- Our sincere gratitude, again.
ABOUT US
The founders, Eddie, Jae, and Sam, began as friends and roommates at UC Berkeley. We got tired of someone always getting left out of group photos and needing cables to transfer photos from Jae's DSLR. We wanted something much more versatile and easy to use, so we made it!
We raised $427,000 last year from over 3,600 amazing backers. Podo shipped worldwide, won global design awards, and starred on TV, magazines, and even a music video.
Podo represents our passion, our team’s grit, and our conviction that technology should be fun and simple. Thank you to every fan and supporter who’s shown us love along the way.
HOW TO ORDER
HOW TO ADD ACCESSORIES
REFERRAL PROGRAM RULES
- Find your backer number. To find it, visit https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/backings and find us under "Active pledges." Scroll down.
- Affix your backer number to the beginning of podolabs.com followed by a period (no commas).
- For example, backer number 9,999 would use 9999.podolabs.com
- Share your unique link with friends and family.
- If they use it to order, you will automatically get credit!
- You must pledge for your own Podo(s) first.
- Referral credits are calculated after the campaign is over.
- We cannot respond to individual requests for referral count status.
- Cancelled orders or failed payments do not count.
- Your referral must use your link to pledge in one session or the referral will not register.
- Please do not try to game the system (we'll know) or you will forfeit any and all rewards.
- The Really Big Pack counts as ten referrals.
- If someone has already pledged once, they cannot re-pledge using your link.
3 days before the campaign concludes, we will post referral totals for all backers so you can get an idea. However, the official count will only come after the campaign concludes, as some referrals may cancel their pledge.
Thank you and good luck!
EXTRAS
Take your camera and stick it:
Cher Lloyd - Activated Music Video
Risks and challenges
This is no longer our first rodeo, and there are many reasons why we expect to deliver faster than last time. For one, this version is much improved but similar enough that we can reuse much of what we learned.
Second, we're further along in the manufacturing process; we've already down-paid for the early bird units and tooling has already begun. Third, our new manufacturer is much more experienced with high volumes of cameras. Lastly, we know not to run into the same certification delays as last time.
And of course, we are still under Highway1/PCH's experienced wing, who's motto is appropriately, "We Make".
Learn about accountability on KickstarterFAQ
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Your phone can connect up to 6 Podos simultaneously with Bluetooth low energy, so the phone can send them all one signal at the same time to capture a photo. You can also switch between live video feeds between them on your phone, if you want to check the different perspectives and make sure they’re positioned correctly.
One application is setting them in a ring to shoot inwardly at a scene from all angles. Or, you can set them in a ring together and shoot outwards for a panorama style photo! You can stitch these photos with software on your computer.
Or, if you have a party or event, you can set them up on the walls around the room and have them do a time lapse together, for a candid way to document what goes on.
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This generation Podo comes in only Podo Blue. The other colors are from last year's model.
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Yes! When Podo is plugged into a computer it acts like a normal USB drive. You can transfer files, delete them, or even just use it to carry other files around.
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No, you cannot submerge Podo. However, it should be resistant to splashes while the back flap is closed.
UPDATE: we now have a waterproof case available as a stretch goal!
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No, you can simply wipe the pad with water to clean it! Please keep the pad away from wet paint, glue, or any other substance that will seriously gum it up that can't be wiped away with water. However, we have had luck using rubbing alcohol to clean up the pad.
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The smoother, the better! However, Podo sticks to things as rough as rough concrete, tree bark, all sorts of things! Sticking it around is part of the fun :)
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Podo should last up to 1,000 photos on one charge, depending on how much you use the live preview in between. Podo can also sleep for about 2 weeks in between charges in low energy mode. For video, it can record about 1.5 hours from a full charge.
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At 720p at 30fps, 8GB of memory can hold around an hour of video. At 480p, it can record around 2 hours at which point you'd need to plug Podo in so the battery doesn't run out.
From our comments section:
1) Minimum lapse interval is 4 seconds. If the Podo is shooting this quickly, it is not shutting off so battery life will be as if it is recording constantly--1.5 hours or 1,000 photos.
2) If the interval is longer and allows the Podo to sleep, say every 1 hour, Podo should shoot for around 5-7 days.
3) If you plug Podo into a power source while you do time lapse, there will be no battery life limit. In this case, the 8GB storage will be the factor, and will hold maybe 5,000 5MP photos to be safe, but possibly more like 7,000. -
Yes! Although if you plug it into a PC and it's acting as a USB drive, you must eject the drive first or unplug it. If you plug it into a wall or portable charger, it will work just like it's running on a battery. It will not damage the battery or Podo in any way.
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We will send a survey after the campaign concludes that will collect this information. For now, to add accessories simply $5 per item to your pledge amount, and you can choose which ones you'd like later.
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Yes! We ship world wide. However, there may be additional VAT or duties you may need to pay when Podo arrives. We do not charge you for this or handle this for you.
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I'm sorry but you cannot add Podos by adding to your pledge, and the Early Bird reward level price is one per customer! Even if you order two Early Birds to the same address with different accounts, each will incur it's own shipping charge as they are handled as separate orders.
To elaborate further, here is an abridged response we gave to a curious backer:
We don't allow this because we have a set amount of units we already ordered from the factory for Christmas (which was as many as we could afford). If backers adjust their pledges arbitrarily within the levels, we will not be able to track and limit the inventory, and we may be stuck in a position where people expect more units before Christmas than we are able to deliver.
Our option at this point is to rush a larger order with the factory and open up new pledge levels, but until we raise a larger amount we won't have the cash for that payment. If the campaign continues to grow, we will announce it as a stretch goal!
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Every pledge is critical for the project to succeed, so we cannot afford refunds like a traditional store. However, if you encounter manufacturing defects with your Podo, we will replace or repair it for free under our 6 month warranty. Thank you for your understanding.
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No, Podo does not integrate with live streaming platforms. The live preview is more for setting up the shot rather than broadcasting, and it is a limitation of Bluetooth connection speeds rather than our software.
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Unfortunately bad people are out there, but we made design choices that make it difficult for Podo to be abused, especially compared to the spy cameras that already exist out there.
The LEDs always stay on and indicate recording, the device is brightly colored and conspicuously shaped, and it works in Bluetooth range so the operator needs to be there. Only trusted phones can connect to Podo, and for security the Podo needs to be physically on top of your phone when creating a first trusted connection.
We'll continue to take users' feedback so everyone can have fun and be comfortable with Podo!
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Bluetooth range, about 10 meters or 30 feet unobstructed.
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All the numerous upgrades are listed throughout our campaign page! We did remove some things however:
•There is no more LED flash
•There is no more magnet in the back flap
•There is no rubber plug for the micro-USB portAlso, the new software features (touchless start-up, shooting modes, multiple connections) are not compatible with old version of Podos. These are new features for this generation only.
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Please email Jae at jchoi@podolabs.com.
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