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Flipper Zero Creators Launch Busy Bar, a Smart Productivity Tool

The Busy Bar, debuting on Kickstarter, automates workplace focus with app integrations, smart home connectivity, and open-source customization.

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Overview

  • The Busy Bar is a new productivity device designed to signal availability and reduce workplace distractions with customizable LED displays.
  • It integrates with apps like Zoom and smart home devices via Wi-Fi, USB-C, and Matter protocol to automate status updates and control environments.
  • Key features include a dual-interface design with a front LED display for status messages and a rear screen for device information and controls.
  • The device is open-source, allowing developers to expand its functionality using an SDK for applications beyond productivity, such as live data displays.
  • Launched on Kickstarter, the Busy Bar is priced between $189 and $250, with early coverage emphasizing its automation and smart home integration capabilities.