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Geco Mark II - The World's First Glasses Mounted Action Cam

Introducing the Geco Mark II. The world's first action camera that can be mounted onto any pair of glasses, be it reading specs or sunglasses.

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Geco Mark II - The World's First Glasses Mounted Action Cam

Geco Mark II - The World's First Glasses Mounted Action Cam

Geco Mark II - The World's First Glasses Mounted Action Cam

Geco Mark II - The World's First Glasses Mounted Action Cam

Geco Mark II - The World's First Glasses Mounted Action Cam

Introducing the Geco Mark II. The world's first action camera that can be mounted onto any pair of glasses, be it reading specs or sunglasses.

Introducing the Geco Mark II. The world's first action camera that can be mounted onto any pair of glasses, be it reading specs or sunglasses.

Introducing the Geco Mark II. The world's first action camera that can be mounted onto any pair of glasses, be it reading specs or sunglasses.

Introducing the Geco Mark II. The world's first action camera that can be mounted onto any pair of glasses, be it reading specs or sunglasses.

Prinesh Naidoo
Prinesh Naidoo
Prinesh Naidoo
Prinesh Naidoo
1 Campaign |
Johannesburg, South Africa
$2,353 USD 31 backers
3% of $60,000 Fixed Goal Fixed Goal

INTRODUCING GECO MARKII


Meet the Geco Mark II. The world's first action camera that can be mounted onto any pair of glasses.

 *patent pending


GECO IN THE PRESS


WHAT IS THE GECO?

The Geco Mark II is the world's smallest HD action cam that can be mounted to any pair of glasses for a first person point of view.   Weighing in at just below 18 grams, it will be the smallest action camera in the world and with the price point that we are striving toward, the most affordable.

It's simple, hands-free and records in 720p!

 

HOW GECO WILL CHANGE THE MARKETPLACE

Putting the Geco into production will set the benchmark for micro action cams and will be a new form factor in the action cam industry, allowing for a unique viewing angle that captures the moment as if it was through the eyes of the person filming it.

 

HOW IT ALL BEGAN

We self-funded this project from the beginning, developing numerous prototypes, conducting tests and analyzing feedback for the past year. Through this, we developed key relationships with electronic component suppliers all around the world to source the highest quality components. We developed the Geco concept in-house by using 3D printers and 3rd party components. Crowdfunding will enable us to make our product more affordable- bringing the retail price down to $120- making it one of the most affordable action cams on the market.

 

WHAT YOU GET 

With each Geco Mark II you will receive:

  • A Standard Mini USB Cable

  • Various High Tensile Strength Elastic Mounts for Different Size Glasses

  • A Waterproof Case (including a universal Tripod Screw and our specialized mounting solution for Underwater Goggles.)

  • Velcro Mounting Strips for Flexible Mounting Options

  • A Pivoting Action Mount with Double Sided Tape

We currently use a 3D printer for the shells of our prototypes and 3rd party components for the electronics, but this method is proving to be expensive and time consuming. The Indiegogo pledges will be used to manufacture the Geco on a mass scale allowing us to keep the price low while still maintaining a high quality product.

 

THE DREAM WE HAVE

Our goal is to create an action cam that can be used by everyday people :

  • The Lifeblogger

  • The Student

  • The Youtuber

  • The Chef etc.

Our dream is to make the Geco as powerful as possible while still keeping it affordable, and with your help we can make this dream a reality.

The idea was to create an action cam that you can use hands-free but once we started testing the product, the outcome became much more profound. The footage not only lets you re-live the experience but also capture the emotion of the moment allowing the viewer to enjoy the moment as if they were there.

 

TECH SPECS

  • Viewing angle: 100 degrees

  • Resolution: 720p @ 30 frames per second

  • Video format: .mov

  • Video encoding: H.264

  • Battery life: Approximately 60 minutes

  • Battery type: Lithium Polymer

  • Capacity: 300mAh 

  • Memory Type: Removable Micro SD class 4 or above

  • Connectivity: Universal USB port ( Mac & Windows)

THE LENS

The lens we decided on is much larger than the average 808 lens, but due to the quality and unique angle, we decided to go with it. The lens boasts a 100 degree angle of view that is the perfect combination of fisheye and traditional angles. The lens allows for a beautiful fish-eye effect on close-up shots and wider spanning shots at a distance.

 

USABILITY

We used a single tactile push-in button that  powers up the camera and starts recording simultaneously. This button mechanism allows the user to distinguish between whether the camera is recording or not without needing visual confirmation.

Step 1: Press Button to start recording

Step 2: Record footage

Step 3: Press button to stop recording

 

 

FITS ANY PAIR OF GLASSES

 Over the last year, we developed many different mounting options including clamps, clips and glues, but they were all limited to the size of glasses to which they could be attached to. We stumbled upon the concept of using elastics while watching kids play with Lego. The elastics were lightweight and could stretch to amazing lengths without snapping or being distorted and could still keep a firm grip on an object.

 

WHAT STAGE ARE WE AT?

We started with reverse engineering old cellphone cameras and micro security cams and created our 1st working model out of wood.

The initial design derived from reverse engineering an 808 cam

Final prototype

We developed the shaped body after investing in a 3D printer and created our 1st actual Geco. We have already made integral connections with the best suppliers in the world, who are ready to start production as soon as our goal is reached.

We will soon start development on:

  • Package Design

  • Alternative Mounting Options for Stretch Goals                             


GECO IN ACTION


 

FAQ'S

Q. Do You Ship to All Countries?

A. Yes, the $10 shipping fee applies to anywhere worldwide.

 

Q. Will the Camera Put Strain on my Glasses?

A. We have tested hundreds of frames and are confident that the Geco will not alter the axis of your glasses. This is, of course, reliant on the assumption that your glasses are correctly sized for your face. In our tests, the heavier the frames, the more stable they are with the Geco attached.

 

Q. Is the Waterproof Case Safe for Saltwater, Freshwater and Chlorine?

A. Yes, the waterproof case can be used in all 3 cases.

 

Q. Does the Geco Work on Internal or External Batteries?

A.  The Geco has a built in rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery and can be charged with the USB cable included.

 

Q. Is the Geco Durable?

A. The Geco itself is made out of robust ABS plastic but we have included a safety case that is both waterproof and shockproof.

 

Q. Is It Compatible with Windows and Mac?

A. Yes the Geco is compatible with all operating systems- the format it records in is .mov H.264 encoding.

 

Q. I'm having difficulty making my contribution.

A. Our email address is gecocam@gmail.com. Please feel free to contact us for any assistance.

 

Q. How Long Will Shipping Take?

A. Shipping times vary, depending on where in the world you are. For more information please contact us.

 

LIKE AND SHARE OUR CAMPAIGN


Help us reach our goal and back our campaign so we can make the Geco as affordable as possible without sacrificing quality.

The more people that hear about our campaign, the more likely we are to get the Geco into production. Even if you can't afford to back us, something as simple as a "like" means the world to us!

 

Geco. Capture the Moment.

*campaign image credit to www.htxt.co.za

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