Vocca -Turn any simple light bulb into a voice activated one

A project in Tel Aviv, Israel by Ori Indursky
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VOCCA is a simple Plug & Play Voice Activated Bulb Adapter which requires NO Wi-Fi, NO SETUP, NO INSTALLATION.
Backers: 1057
Average Pledge Per Backer: $78

Funded: $82,397 of $40,000
Dates: Jul 30th -> Sep 28th (60 days)
Project By: Ori Indursky
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Latest News

We are making progress!

August 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Guys, We wanted to let you know that things are moving great here. Vocca is already advancing towards production and we should have our production prototypes within a few short weeks. We have just received the PCB's of the Vocca Pro and we are very... (Read More)

The Vocca app is coming to fruition

August 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi backers,   We're happy to share new screen designs of the Vocca app! See how easy it is to assign, change and manage triggers. We hope you'll enjoy using it as much as we enjoy creating it.  We've been working around the clock to make sure... (Read More)

Finally.... A stretch goal! :)

August 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Kickstarter, First of all, thank you for the huge support and your willingness to help. You guys are full of great ideas and we now have a long list of how to upgrade VOCCA and make it a an even more useful product. So... stretch goals. Our... (Read More)

Real life demo + Update

August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Backers, We are pleased to show you this home made video featuring Vocca. Also please note that we are still looking at adding some stretch goals, possibly the dimming and the bayonet ones but as these involve complex technical issues, we will... (Read More)

Stretch goals + demonstration video!

August 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Backers, We went through each and every idea for stretched goals proposed by you guys (you can still offer new ones!), lots of really creative great ideas!  We're discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each idea and this upcoming Thursday... (Read More)

Thank you! (564 times)

August 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Backers, We are very excited to reach our 40K goal within these few days into the campaign, it's all about you, sharing our vision and dream.  We will be posting tomorrow to update you further! Yours, The Vocca Team.  (Read More)

Two new pledge levels!

August 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers,We hope you had a great weekend and we're happy to announce:We're almost there! We're at 95% of our goal! Due to many backer requests, we've decided to add another two new pledge levels: 179$ Pledge - VOCCA Deluxe 6 Pack. 219$ Pledge –... (Read More)

The Vocca lets almost any lightbulb listen for (and obey) your commands

August 4th - via: engadget.com
We've been controlling lightbulbs with claps for ages now, but you'll soon be able to illuminate your foyer with mere words... as long as the teeming millions and their wallets are down with it. The $39 Vocca is a simple, savvy intermediary that aims to give most regular lightbulbs the ability to spring to life when you say, "Go Vocca light." Lacking in pizzazz, no? Shelling out an extra $10 will net you a slightly smarter Pro model that'll let you customize your activation phrase ("Flame on," maybe?) with your smartphone. (Read More)

48 Hours and running high!

July 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Backers,  We are truly amazed by the amount of backers and funds we have received in less than 48 hours - Already 68% funded and running! A big Thank You from all of us here at Vocca - we are very excited that our dream will soon become a... (Read More)

Vocca billed to make any light bulb smart and voice-controlled

July 30th - via: cnet.com
The Vocca is made to add voice control to old light bulbs. (Read More)

The Vocca Light Switch Is A Modern-Day Clapper

July 30th - via: techcrunch.com
Smart bulbs, like the ones that come with the Philips Hue lighting system, are pretty cool… until you realize that physically flipping the switch is sometimes faster than unlocking your phone, opening the right app, and controlling the light through your mobile device. (Read More)

This adapter can voice-activate any lightbulb

July 30th - via: venturebeat.com
Screw the Vocca adapter into a lightbulb socket, and a lightbulb into the adapter. You now have a voice-activated light. Say the trigger phrase out loud, and the device will toggle the bulb on or off. (Read More)

Vocca Voice Activated Light Bulb Adapter (video)

July 30th - via: geeky-gadgets.com
Fancy controlling your home lighting using your voice? If you do, you might be interested in a new voice activated light bulb adapter called the Vocca which has been designed by Ori Indursky. (Read More)

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