Kickstarter can be a good source of one-of-a-kind gift ideas, especially for the tech or DIY enthusiast in your life. But remember, you receive your chosen reward only after fundraising is over and the product is actually built. (If the project doesn't meet its funding goal, your money is refunded and you are back to square one.) So we've included only Kickstarter projects with a good chance of funding and enough time to pledge.
By Kiona Smith-Strickland
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The project is fully funded and ends June 6.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/7q/tech-gifts-grads-dads-02-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/Gy/tech-gifts-grads-dads-02-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 }, { id: "slide3", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-3", slidetype: "image", title: "Mini Computing: Grad", description: "Tech-savvy grads will appreciate the Sweetbox II, a protective case for the Raspberry Pi. It includes three copper heat sinks to dissipate heat from the computer, and the translucent plastic leaves the Pi visible. A removable rubber cap allows access to GPIO pins, and other attachments can connect through openings in the case. The project is 50 percent funded and ends May 26. Pledges of at least ?14 (about $22) will receive a Sweetbox II.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/Px/tech-gifts-grads-dads-03-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/WD/tech-gifts-grads-dads-03-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 }, { id: "slide4", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-4", slidetype: "image", title: "Mini Computing: Dad", description: "Dads will like the UDOO Mini PC. The 4.33 x 3.35?inch UDOO runs Android or Linux and combines an ARM i.MX6 Freescale processor with an Arduino-compatible ARM SAM3X. It is available in a dual-core version for backers who pledge at least $109 and a quad-core version for backers who pledge at least $190. The project is fully funded and ends June 8.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/9m/tech-gifts-grads-dads-04-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/yq/tech-gifts-grads-dads-04-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 }, { id: "slide5", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-5", slidetype: "image", title: "Gear: Grad", description: "Graduates on the move may find the Tech Wallet handy. This smartphone case has a slim wallet on the back that unfolds into a side or vertical stand. Velcro armbands are available, too. Pledges of $35 receive a Tech Wallet for the HTC One, HTC 8X, iPhone 4, iPhone 5, Motorola Droid Razr, Motorola Droid Razr M or Samsung Galaxy S3. The project is 25 percent funded and ends May 16.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/4y/tech-gifts-grads-dads-05-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/ny/tech-gifts-grads-dads-05-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 450, srcheight: 600 }, { id: "slide6", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-6", slidetype: "image", title: "Gear: Dad", description: "Dads will love Sword and Plough bags made from surplus military materials, including tents and parachutes. For a pledge of $35, backers receive an iPhone sleeve made from military tent corners; for $59, an iPad case; for $195, a camouflage-lined Gore-Tex and canvas tote; for $249, a messenger bag; and for $269, a backpack. The project is fully funded and ends May 15.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/mh/tech-gifts-grads-dads-06-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/xi/tech-gifts-grads-dads-06-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 }, { id: "slide7", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-7", slidetype: "image", title: "Outdoor Entertaining: Grad", description: "New grads can celebrate with the Critter Cutter, a key chain multitool that includes a bottle opener for twist tops and one for old-fashioned bottlecaps, a box cutter, and a small pry bar. The lizard-shaped tool is cut from stainless steel. Pledges of at least $17 will receive one. The project is fully funded and ends May 2.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/S3/tech-gifts-grads-dads-07-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/dd/tech-gifts-grads-dads-07-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 }, { id: "slide8", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-8", slidetype: "image", title: "Outdoor Entertaining: Dad", description: "Tech-savvy dads who like tailgating will love the LiddUp Cooler. The 50-quart cooler features built-in LEDs that light up when the lid opens and shut off when it closes, just like a refrigerator light. According to the developers, these LEDs will last for two years of continuous use. Pledges of at least $79 receive a cooler. However, this project is just 10 percent funded and ends June 4.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/89/tech-gifts-grads-dads-08-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/PZ/tech-gifts-grads-dads-08-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 }, { id: "slide9", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-9", slidetype: "image", title: "Fun and Games: Grad", description: "Graduates will love Laser Tag anywhere, anytime with light-up LED targets that fit in a shirt pocket and laser guns that can be hidden in any ordinary object. A pledge of at least $75 gets one target, which the developers claim is compatible with any 38 kHz infrared TV remote used as a \"gun.\" Larger pledges receive ready-made \"guns,\" books of game ideas, and additional targets. The project is fully funded and ends May 4.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/sN/tech-gifts-grads-dads-09-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/pU/tech-gifts-grads-dads-09-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 }, { id: "slide10", url: "tech-gifts-dads-grads-10", slidetype: "image", title: "Fun and Games: Dad", description: "Music-loving dads will enjoy Stadium HD Wireless Headphones. These noise-canceling headphones are compatible with Bluetooth devices such as smartphones and music players, and they include a built-in MP3 player MicroSD card to store MP3s. Pledges of $250 or more will receive a set of wireless headphones. The project is 50 percent funded and ends May 11.", credit: "", sourceid: null, sourcename: "", sourceurl: null, sourcelogo: "", thumbsrc: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/bZ/tech-gifts-grads-dads-10-0413-smn.jpg", src: "/cm/popularmechanics/images/5T/tech-gifts-grads-dads-10-0413-lgn.jpg", srcwidth: 600, srcheight: 450 } ] };
Office: Grad
Hand Turned Wood Pens are a unique gift for graduates. Each pen is handmade on a wood lathe from a burl?an abnormal tree growth with twisty, spiraling grain?so no two look alike. Pledges of at least $30 receive a random pen; backers can choose a pen starting at $40. The project is fully funded and ends May 5. Return to Slideshow
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