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While most believe that bigger TVs are better, Tiny Circuits is proving otherwise by introducing super small TVs to the market.
The founder, Ken Burns, revealed that by the end of 2019, the company had launched the TinyTV DIY Kit, allowing customers to build and customize their own TinyTV.
Despite their classic appearance and postage stamp size, these devices function just like regular-sized TVs.
The ultra-small TV is designed with a 3D-printed outer shell for the current model. However, TinyCircuits President Ken Burns told Express.co.uk that future outer shells will have an injection-molded shell for a much shinier appearance and reduced costs.
Understanding the market demand and people's interest in these tiny TVs goes beyond just their novelty appeal. They also make a significant impression on Diorama enthusiasts who want to make the world's smallest TV look and feel more realistic.
Moreover, the attention garnered by these two TVs is partly due to a highly successful crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, surpassing its $15,000 goal and raising a whopping $165,500 in just 10 days. Supporters can purchase either the Tiny TV 2 or the Tiny TV Mini for $49 and $59 respectively if they opt for the transparent casing. They can also add $10 for an optional infrared remote control.
Tiny Circuits is an open-source electronics manufacturer specializing in small-scale electronic devices that enable you to create your own miniature electronic projects. Their flagship product is the TinyDuino - an Arduino-compatible platform in a super small size.
The TinyDuino platform is entirely modular and operates like small electronic LEGOs, allowing you to easily add complex functions like GPS, WiFi, motor control, or graphic displays to your projects simply by plugging in expandable modules (called Tin Shields).
There's no longer any doubt about the usefulness and convenience of these tiny TVs. It would be fantastic to own the world's smallest TV, wouldn't it?
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