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New Matter MOD-t 3-D printer

Tech Crowd leader: 3-D printing revolutionary
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Tech Crowd leader: 3-D printing revolutionary

Winner: New Matter MOD-t 3-D printer.

New Matter MOD-t 3-D printer
New Matter
  • Low-cost 3-D printer with a price tag of $249.
  • Capable of wireless connectivity.
  • Has partnered with the design firm Frog, allowing users to purchase 3-D designs via online store.
  • Raised $683,804 out of a $375,000 goal on Indiegogo.
  • Campaign ended on July 27, 2014 at 11:59 PM PT.

Runner–up: AirDog

Helico Aerospace Industries U.S. LLC
  • First auto-follow drone for GoPro cameras.
  • Films action via strap on tracking device using long-range Bluetooth—up to 1,000 feet.
  • Drone settings controlled by smartphone app.
  • Raised $1,368,177 out of a $200,000 goal on Kickstarter.
  • Campaign ended on July 26, 2014 at 1:04 AM ET.

—Tune in to Squawk Alley Tuesday at 11 AM ET for the next head-to-head competition between two of the best crowdfunding projects vying for the title of Tech Crowd leader.