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Hardware is … hard.

I remember a post, here, some time ago, that was an explanation about why someone wasn’t going to be making a webcam, even though they had a great idea.

The post talked about all the various details and hurdles, involved in sourcing parts, making, promoting, delivering, and supporting the product.

It basically said it wasn’t worth it.

Backing a hardware project requires substantially deeper pockets than an app.

Sometimes, a good hardware wrapper could make all the difference, but it’s a really big deal.



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