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Navigating the world of crowdfunding can be overwhelming, to put it lightly. Which projects are worth backing? Where's the filter to weed out the hundreds of useless smart devices? To make the process less frustrating, we scour the various online crowdfunding platforms to put together a weekly roundup of our favorite campaigns for your viewing (and spending!) pleasure. Go ahead, free your disposable income:

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The Flip-Fold Wallet folds on an angle, making your cards easier to grab from their slot.

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Rollbe Click is the second edition of Rollbe, the round, rotating measuring tool that caught our attention with its first Kickstarter campaign and sparked debate amongst the design community. What do you think? 

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The Vittae Dual-Nib Fountain Pen allows you to write with two colors by simply rotating its base, so no need to grab for that extra pen.

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The LoftTek Adventure Jacket promises to be completely waterproof and oh so warm for those cold winter hikes.

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LiFT is a two-part cutting board that also functions as a nice serving tray for whatever you're cutting up—be it cheese, veggies, bread, or just about any other food that can be cut.

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Hover Camera's second drone model, Hover 2, reinforces the idea that a drone can in fact be your personal photographer. With the help of AI, Hover 2 is able to capture you at your best angles, no questions asked, and avoid obstacles.

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