Nix Color Sensor
A project in Toronto, Canada by Matthew Sheridan000days
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Nix is a breakthrough smartphone accessory. Just scan an object and instantly view the color on your iPhone, PC, or Mac.
Backers: 682
Average Pledge Per Backer: $102
Funded: $69,465 of $35,000
Dates: Sep 9th -> Oct 16th (37 days)
Project By: Matthew Sheridan
Backers: 682
Average Pledge Per Backer: $102
Funded: $69,465 of $35,000
Dates: Sep 9th -> Oct 16th (37 days)
Project By: Matthew Sheridan
$69,465
current pledge level
Last Updated: October 16 @ 10:45 -0400 GMT
198%
of goal
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Latest News
How we used Kickstarter to build a sustainable company
July 15th - via: theglobeandmail.com
Kickstarter is a perfect example of how the Internet has enabled inventors and entrepreneurs to reach potential consumers directly. However, like any tool, Kickstarter should be part of a business plan, not the entire plan. (Read More)
Funding is a huge success! 
October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Good news everyone! Our Kickstarter has ended and we are successfully funded! We raised $69,465 of our $35,000 goal in just 37 days! Crazy! We couldn't of done it without you guys and for that I would like to give you my most sincere thanks.Over... (Read More)
Important Stretch Goal Update!
October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! We've had an awesome last couple days on the Kickstarter campaign and we only have 16 hours remaining! We've blown every expectation out of the park and for that I'd like to thank you. We set a goal at $65k to add in a humidity... (Read More)
Stretch Goals Are Live!!!
October 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello again loyal backers and fans of Nix! We have just added 2 key stretch goals to the campaign that we are confident will add a lot of functionality for interior designers and painters as well as opening up a ton of new avenues for "hackability".... (Read More)
Stretch Goals
October 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hello loyal backers and fans of Nix!I think it's time to add a few stretch goals! I've been brainstorming with the team and we determined that a temperature sensor and humidity sensor would both add a ton of "hackability" to Nix as well as a ton of... (Read More)
Android/iOS update
September 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Just FYI I have added a new pledge level to make it more clear that all pledge levels come with Android and iOS applications. If you have already made a pledge you don't have to do anything. Everyone will receive both iOS and Android applications.... (Read More)
Blogs, Websites and other Media Attention
September 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone! It's Matt here. The support for Nix has been astounding so far! I can't express how thankful I am for all of our backers and supporters. We need to keep the momentum up, and for that I'm going to need your help again. We've passed our... (Read More)
We just passed our goal!!!
September 28th - via: kickstarter.com
WOO! We just blew through our Kickstarter goal with 19 days to go! Don't worry if you didn't get in early we are still going until the end and you can still pick up Nix at 50% off the retail price! Thanks for all the support everyone! (Read More)
Nix Color Sensor IDs Colors And Beams Them Directly To Your Smartphone, Now Funded On Kickstarter
September 26th - via: androidpolice.com
Kickstarter backers have pushed the Nix Color Sensor past its $35,000 (Canadian) goal in hopes of finally figuring out what color stuff is. Well, it's more complicated than that. Nix tells you more than red or blue – it finds the exact RGB value for any surface you press it to, then sends the data to your phone over Bluetooth. Sound cool? Apparently you are not alone. (Read More)
Nix Is A Smartphone Colour Sensor & App That Lets You Scan & Save Favourite Shades
September 17th - via: techcrunch.com
The army of Bluetooth-powered auxiliary hardware being built by hardware startups to extend the native capabilities of smartphones shows no signs of slowing its march. Meet Nix: a colour sensor that lets you scan an object and get its exact colour data signature sent to the corresponding app on your phone so you can maintain a palette of preferred shades — and even track down an exact tin of paint. (Read More)
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