Revolutionary Bone conducting Heaphones deliver great sound

A project in North Yorkshire, UK by James Talbot
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Bone conducting heaphones use skull to amplify sound. Also feature traditional headphones. Great for running, cycling, walking and more
Backers: 1170
Average Pledge Per Backer: £82

Funded: £95,688 of £50,000
Dates: Jun 11th -> Jul 11th (30 days)
Project By: James Talbot
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International Shipping @£50 level

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone Just to ensure that there is no confusion relating to shipping. If you pledged at the £50 level and live outside of the US/UK then you will need to add to leave the £15 shipping box ticked at this level.  All other levels include... (Read More)

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July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 24th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
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All Black colour option opportunity.

June 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
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June 18th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 17th - via: gizmag.com
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June 16th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 14th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 13th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 13th - via: kickstarter.com
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35% funded in 36 Hours

June 11th - via: kickstarter.com
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Damson launches Headbones via crowdfunding platform

June 11th - via: gcmagazine.co.uk
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