Time-lapse videos — that sweep land and cityscapes to capture scenes that look they are moving at a fast rate — are often stunning, but it takes a lot of hard work and patience to put together the finished product. A new Kickstarter project, the Genie, takes the complexities out of the equation, allowing you to create your own time-lapse videos with ease.
New Zealand-based company Syrp has already funded its Kickstarter project for a motion-control time-lapse device called the Genie, which automates the process of creating a time-lapse video. The Genie attaches to a camera and can be programed and moved to get the shots you want.
Previously, photographers had to keep their cameras in the same position for an extended period of time to capture a collection of images. The stills then had to be put together in post-production to create the essence that time is lapsing at a faster rate. Not to mention the complexities that come with panning and tilting along the way.
Although the call for funding ends in June, it has already surpassed its goal of $150,000 by $70,000. Those that donated to the project will receive their name on the box as a contributor on the first production run.
The device is expected to sell for about $1,000 once it launches later this year.
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Bonus: Crazy Kickstarter Projects
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This project uses a box and an old monitor to simulate virtual reality. It is an incredibly cool project, but its Kickstarter backers shouldn't expect anything in return other than a "big happy thank you."
Goal: $1,000
Two lifelong Canadian friends have found a way to resurrect vintage boomboxes from the '80s. The Decentralized Dance Party is a portable, battery-operated "party system" consisting of thousands of people carrying stereos. A DJ carries an FM transmitter in a backpack, and tunes the boomboxes to his master FM broadcast, resulting in a mobile, synchronized sound.
The pair is attempting to bring the dance party to Seattle, and to many others cities in the future.
Goal: $8,500
In place of a traditional wedding cake, this couple opted for a five-foot towering donut pedestal.
Now, with your support, the two are hoping to create a reusable donut tower in multiple sizes and configurations. They plan to market the prototype to donut shops, caterers and anyone else interested in the dessert presentation.
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This quirky Kickstarter hopes to introduce "the silliest brand of toilet paper you could ever imagine" to the shelves of major retailers. The founder of this project has been making novelty toilet paper since 1998, but he's excited to launch "the only brand of toilet paper with a sense of humor."
Funded: $8,306
This successfully funded project involves a half-kilometer-long marble chute that's been intricately laser cut out of 3mm, high-density fiberwood. It slightly beats the current record of 210.31 meters. View the world's longest marble chute here.
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You've heard about people who've seen the Virgin Mary in their coffee cups, or Abe Lincoln on their dinner plates. Now you too can experience a sandwich vision. A young couple successfully funded and created an electronic sandwich press that toasts the face of Jesus onto bread.
Funded: $1,105
High school and college students built this set of robotic pipe organs that anyone can play and watch over the Internet. This project met its funding, and can be viewed here.
Goal: $20,000
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Funded: $10,429
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Funded: $7, 525
"For men who are going places," this Kickstarter was inspired by one of the top political scandals of 2011 involving Anthony Weiner. The briefs have a QR code printed on the front, and the "sexy message" will be voted on by the fans of Yorkies' Facebook page.
Note: Some of the photos on the Kickstarter and Facebook page may be NSFW.
Funded: $1,934
This project uses a box and an old monitor to simulate virtual reality. It is an incredibly cool project, but its Kickstarter backers shouldn't expect anything in return other than a "big happy thank you."
Goal: $1,000
Two lifelong Canadian friends have found a way to resurrect vintage boomboxes from the '80s. The Decentralized Dance Party is a portable, battery-operated "party system" consisting of thousands of people carrying stereos. A DJ carries an FM transmitter in a backpack, and tunes the boomboxes to his master FM broadcast, resulting in a mobile, synchronized sound.
The pair is attempting to bring the dance party to Seattle, and to many others cities in the future.
Goal: $8,500
In place of a traditional wedding cake, this couple opted for a five-foot towering donut pedestal.
Now, with your support, the two are hoping to create a reusable donut tower in multiple sizes and configurations. They plan to market the prototype to donut shops, caterers and anyone else interested in the dessert presentation.
Goal: $18,700
This quirky Kickstarter hopes to introduce "the silliest brand of toilet paper you could ever imagine" to the shelves of major retailers. The founder of this project has been making novelty toilet paper since 1998, but he's excited to launch "the only brand of toilet paper with a sense of humor."
Funded: $8,306
This successfully funded project involves a half-kilometer-long marble chute that's been intricately laser cut out of 3mm, high-density fiberwood. It slightly beats the current record of 210.31 meters. View the world's longest marble chute here.
Funded:
$10,665
Leave behind all the heavy instruments. The Imaginary Marching Band gloves allow the wearer to pantomime music using various open-source instruments. The project successfully met its funding goal.
Funded: $25,604
You've heard about people who've seen the Virgin Mary in their coffee cups, or Abe Lincoln on their dinner plates. Now you too can experience a sandwich vision. A young couple successfully funded and created an electronic sandwich press that toasts the face of Jesus onto bread.
Funded: $1,105
High school and college students built this set of robotic pipe organs that anyone can play and watch over the Internet. This project met its funding, and can be viewed here.
Goal: $20,000
Looking to grab attention at a party? Consider adding a little dry ice to your drink - but do it safely. This unique glass allows the drinker to enjoy dry ice "smoke" without worrying about frostbite. It was originally created to improve the martini, but the project is hoping to market a novelty glass that makes any beverage smoke like a cauldron.
Funded: $10,429
Now you can have your cup, drink out of it and eat it too! These biodegradable vegan cups are flavored to pair with the beverage they contain. If you choose not to consume your cup, it will turn to compost. The project was completely funded and will be available for sale soon.
Funded: $7, 525
"For men who are going places," this Kickstarter was inspired by one of the top political scandals of 2011 involving Anthony Weiner. The briefs have a QR code printed on the front, and the "sexy message" will be voted on by the fans of Yorkies' Facebook page.
Note: Some of the photos on the Kickstarter and Facebook page may be NSFW.
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