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This 'smart tape measure' claims it can measure anything you want
This 'smart tape measure' claims it can measure anything you want
Jul 26, 2021, 12:46 IST
What the Bagel’s really doing is stuffing three forms of measuring into one device. Although it looks somewhat like a typical tape measure, it doesn’t have the traditional metal strip. Instead, it uses a string, for more standard measurements...
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...a wheel, for angled objects or when you only have one hand free...
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...and a laser pointer and ultrasonic sensor, for areas that might be harder to reach.
In any case, your measurements are shown on a small, built-in LCD display.
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There’s a button on the side of the device that lets you record voice notes.
Naturally, there’s also a companion app. That’ll translate your voice memos to text and keep your past measurements logged in one place. It’ll be available on iOS and Android.
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You’ll have to get used to the idea of charging your tape measure, though. Bagel Labs says the device “averages 8 hours with constant use,” or 24 hours when used intermittently. It recharges over microUSB.
Like any device that claims to ‘innovate’ upon a normal household object, there are a few red flags here.
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The biggest issue, though, might be cost.
Still, if you can see the convenience here, there are still 30 days left in the Bagel’s campaign.