Pebble Time - Awesome Smartwatch, No Compromises

A project in Palo Alto, CA by Pebble Technology
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Color e-paper smartwatch with up to 7 days of battery and a new timeline interface that highlights what's important in your day.
Backers: 78467
Average Pledge Per Backer: $259

Funded: $20,338,002 of $500,000
Dates: Feb 24th -> Mar 27th (32 days)
Project By: Pebble Technology
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Introducing Smartstraps and Pebble Time Steel

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Over the last week, you (54,568 of you!) supported our shared vision for an outstanding smartwatch with no compromises. A watch that helps you get stuff done, without breaking the bank or forcing you to change your habits. The Pebble team and I... (Read More)

Speaking of surprises...

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Hi! We told you we had a few surprises in store, and boy do we have something special for you coming this Tuesday at 8 AM EST! We’re super excited, but for now here’s one little hint: There’s something in it for everyone. A little reveal that... (Read More)

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Developers, start your emulators!

February 26th - via: kickstarter.com
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Pebble Time breaks original's Kickstarter record in just 48 hours

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Ask us anything on Reddit!

February 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi! Looking forward to answering as many questions as we can from our community! We're using Reddit to host the AMA, here's the link: http://pbl.io/ks2ama Thanks so much for your support! Team Pebble  (Read More)

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In Brief: Pebble Time Smartwatch on Kickstarter

February 25th - via: tested.com
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What a start...

February 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Seven hours in and all of us here at Pebble HQ are absolutely stunned by the enthusiasm you've had for Pebble Time. We had hoped you'd like what we've been working on...but you never know for sure until you launch!  The good news is that you've made... (Read More)

Pebble Watch Goes Color on Kickstarter

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February 24th - via: telegraph.co.uk
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February 24th - via: macrumors.com
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February 24th - via: 9to5mac.com
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