X PlusOne: Your Ultimate Hover + Speed Aerial Camera Drone

A project in Sandpoint, ID by xCraft
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The X PlusOne is a revolutionary hybrid drone that combines the ability for both stabilized hover and remarkably fast forward flight.
Backers: 263
Average Pledge Per Backer: $545

Funded: $143,401 of $50,000
Dates: Dec 15th -> Jan 14th (30 days)
Project By: xCraft
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Latest News

Shark Tank: How is xCraft Drones Doing Today?

December 6th - via: tvovermind.com
During Episode 5 in Season 7 of Shark Tank, which aired in in late 2015, each and every one of the five sharks decided to invest in the burgeoning drone business. (Read More)

Drone manufacturer XCraft thriving after Shark Tank appearance

December 31st - via: uasmagazine.com
Based in Sandpoint, Idaho, XCraft’s fall appearance on the ABC TV show “Shark Tank” and two successful Kickstarter campaigns mean the startup company has plenty on its plate. (Read More)

xCraft Drones on ‘Shark Tank’: Interview With Inventor

October 23rd - via: heavy.com
xCraft pitched high speed drones on Shark Tank's Season 7. Heavy interviewed their inventor. (Read More)

FPV Has Arrived!!

January 13th - via: kickstarter.com
FPV Stretch Goal has been reached!You all did it!  We made it to $120K and now FPV is a reality for the X PlusOne! We’ve selected a 5.8GHz, 200mW, 32 channel system, which will allow you to stream a live video feed from the GoPro on the X PlusOne.... (Read More)

Preparing for a perfect landing!

January 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Just 36 hours to go!  Interest has definitely picked up in the last few days.  Comments and questions are coming in at record pace and we're doing our best to keep up.  Rest assured, we will answer each one of them. We've received tremendous... (Read More)

FPV??

January 12th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

$100K Fly By!!

January 10th - via: kickstarter.com
$100K has come and gone! 2X our funding goal is amazing and we couldn't be happier!  We are thrilled that the X PlusOne has been so well received.  Thank you all!  We truly appreciate all you have done to spread the word. It seems the Autonomous... (Read More)

Autonomous Option Now Available!!!

January 8th - via: kickstarter.com
We have INCREDIBLE news to share with you:Through a recent collaboration with 3D Robotics, we are able to offer the Autonomous Option earlier than anticipated -NOW! That's right, all the amazing functionality offered with the X PlusOne Ai using the... (Read More)

The X PlusOne Aerial Camera Drone Takes Kickstarter By Storm

January 8th - via: clapway.com
A new gadget has recently taken Kickstarter by storm: the X PlusOne Aerial Camera Drone. (Read More)

$11K Per Day!!

January 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
So, here we are; Day 23 of the campaign and the word is getting out about the X PlusOne.  We've seen a very positive and consistent trend the last several days that has blown us away. The campaign has been averaging almost $11K per day!   The cool... (Read More)

We're Funded!!!

January 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
We made it!  We are thrilled to hit our goal - and with 10 days to spare!   It has been quite the journey.  We're blown away with the interest in the X PlusOne. There seems to be quite a community of support out there for this versatile hybrid... (Read More)

No ordinary camera gimbal

January 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
We've been getting a lot of interest in the brushless gimbal so it was time for an update.  The X PlusOne is no ordinary drone; and our 2-axis brushless gimbal is no ordinary camera gimbal.   It is specially designed for the X PlusOne.   Since the... (Read More)

BackerClub Reward

December 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Just a quick update to let you know we are providing a special reward for any BackerClub member.  BackerClub is a community for Kickstarter members who have backed 50+ projects.  Any BackerClub member that backs us will receive a custom engraved... (Read More)

16,000 and Counting!

December 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
The momentum is building!  So far, we've got almost 16,000 views on our video! That's a lot! Here's what that many people looks like: We are humbled by the support we've received.  Our backers have pledged over $18,000 and we are on track to meet... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #1 Announced! - The Autonomous Option

December 18th - via: kickstarter.com
There has been a lot of interest around autonomous flight with the X PlusOne –and that’s something we had expected. Whether it’s flying your own autonomous missions for fun, auto-tracking a fast car with follow-me, or performing high speed... (Read More)

Thanks for an awesome launch!

December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
The X PlusOne team is honored to have such a warm reception!  You guys are great!  We are also starting to pick up some press so check it out: All the best, -JD  (Read More)

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