Tidbyt is a retro-style display that aggregates real-time information from various applications, allowing users to view updates on sports, weather, and personal schedules without the distractions of traditional devices. By providing a customizable interface that cycles through selected data, Tidbyt reduces the need for constant phone checking, enhancing productivity and focus.
Funding
$919K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
In today's information-saturated environment, individuals are constantly bombarded with notifications and updates on their smartphones, leading to distractions and decreased focus. Checking phones frequently for essential information like sports scores, weather updates, or calendar events disrupts productivity and increases screen time.
Solution
Tidbyt offers a retro-style, pixelated display that aggregates real-time information from various applications and services, presenting it in a distraction-free format. Users can customize the device to cycle through information such as sports scores, weather forecasts, financial data, transit updates, and calendar appointments. By providing at-a-glance access to essential information without the need to constantly check a smartphone, Tidbyt helps users stay informed while minimizing distractions and improving focus. The device integrates with a wide range of apps and services, and users can also develop their own custom applications using the Tidbyt developer platform.
Target Audience
Tidbyt targets individuals who want to stay informed about essential information without the distractions of smartphones, as well as businesses looking for a unique way to display key metrics, company milestones, or reminders.
Features
- Retro-style LED display with a pixelated aesthetic
- Customizable display that cycles through user-selected information
- Integration with hundreds of apps and services, including sports, weather, finance, and transit
- Mobile app for easy setup, configuration, and brightness control
- Ability to send messages and photos to the display from anywhere
- Google Home integration for voice-activated app control
- Developer platform for creating custom apps and integrations
- Automatic night mode that adjusts brightness based on ambient light or a set schedule