A Mobile Personal Theater With Built In Premium Audio

A project in Ann Arbor, MI by Avegant
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Experience stark, vivid images like nothing you've ever seen combined with premium audio in a unique flip down form factor.
Backers: 3331
Average Pledge Per Backer: $453

Funded: $1,509,506 of $250,000
Dates: Jan 22nd -> Feb 21st (30 days)
Project By: Avegant
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February 16th - via: kickstarter.com
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