Ukrainian-US startup creates smartmount for smartphones, crowdfunds $125,000

By Denys Krasnikov / September 11, 2017

A Ukrainian-American startup has created a smartmount for hands-off control of smartphones, and crowdfunded $125,000 on Kickstarter to develop it, while pitching for only $40,000.

Called QLYX, the company is developing a contraption that sticks to any surface, and can itself hold a smartphone with a magnet, allowing users hands-off control of the apps on their device.

The device would typically be attached to a car dashboard to allow drivers to use their phones on the go, and lots of people seem to see potential for the device.

Topics: Crowdfunding, Finance, Hardware & Electronics, News, Startups

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