SmartKey - Free Your Pocket

A project in Chicago, IL by Michael Patrick
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The Minimalist Keyring with Maximum Strength
Backers: 8900
Average Pledge Per Backer: $37

Funded: $329,862 of $6,000
Dates: May 5th -> Jun 14th (40 days)
Project By: Michael Patrick
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Latest News

New Logo / Production Status

June 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Just hit the 24 hour mark and we’re WELL on our way to the 9000 mark. Lets go GREEN, be sure to share the page as the final hours run down  New Logo – To give everyone a heads up and avoid confusion, we’ll be changing the page over the next... (Read More)

GREEN RELEASE

June 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Friday Backers,   For the Friday color release, Kickstarter GREEN will be the last stretch goal. The past stretch goals have been easy, but this one we’re going to extend a little bit. It will be released at 9,000 backers, so be sure to... (Read More)

SmartKey +Ti - Titanium Edition

May 31st - via: kickstarter.com
At 6,500 backers, we will release a titanium frame as a special edition for kickstarter.This will be cut, hand polished, and assembled by local machinists.They will also have the laser engraving like the aluminum frames.The +Ti edition will be... (Read More)

ORANGE Release

May 24th - via: kickstarter.com
By popular demand, Orange is the next color released so be sure to share with friends. To remind everyone, all colors are available on all frames at no extra charge. The pledges for the standard categories still say red, black, and silver because we... (Read More)

Simplicity > Complexity

May 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
After responding for the last 3 hours to personal messages, we have realized we have lost sight of our main objective…simplicity. We will be reverting back to our basic model to avoid any confusion and to keep ordering simple. Airkeys will still be... (Read More)

AirKeys™ Release

May 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello backers. Earlier we promised to solve a big concern with organizing your keys…we found a solution and one better. We’re proud to offer AirKeys™ as available add-ons to your SmartKey. AirKeys are high strength and ultra-lightweight key... (Read More)

Special Edition 1&2

May 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Up, Up, and AWAY. This campaign keeps getting bigger and we couldn't be more excited. 3,300 backers with 28 days to go?! we're about to make a lot of happy kickstarter. As promised, we released the first 2 special edition stretch goals...and by... (Read More)

Cycle for Power, Track Action, and Personalize your iPhone

May 10th - via: crowdoutlet.com
A roundup of current crowdfunding projects, including a power generator for your bike, rugged and trendy iPhone cases, an ingenious key holder, and more. (Read More)

STRETCH GOAL- SmartKey + EXT

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
SmartKey + EXT - After many inquiries about European and longer maintenance keys, we are happy to accommodate our customers needs with an extended frame. SmartKey + EXT will be able to hold keys 67 mm long keys comfortably, and be offered as an... (Read More)

24hour THANK YOU

May 6th - via: kickstarter.com
First, i want to thank all you early adopters supporting creativity. We're not even 24 hours into launch and we're funded %280...WOW! With this much activity, we're pulling out the big ideas for stretch goals so stay tuned. Fianlly, I hope i've... (Read More)

Smart Key - Free your Pocket

May 6th - via: wasabimountain.com
Smartkey is another option for those who don't like to carry around keys on a traditional keyring. The sandwich style design the Smart Key will hold up to 100 standard keys, if you want that many. For the average person 4 keys will keep the Smart Key smaller than a pack of gum, meaning you wont experience any thigh poke, or awkward bulges. A simple twist of the screws using a penny will allow you to add or remove keys, and there is an option included in the project for a 16GB USB drive. Creator Michael Patrick designed the the Smart key to minimize the key carrying experience for those who are fed up with key jingle and tight pants. (Read More)

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