300% funded
about 7 years ago
– Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 04:06:39 PM
We are at 300% funding! So far, we've added color options, external antenna connections, USB-C and a cloth carrying case, as well as a few software tweaks. Another thank you to each and every one of you who have pledged to make this project a reality, and for continuing to believe in this project.
Regarding the color options, for the two tone color schemes, is there a specific pattern anyone has in mind? Perhaps half and half, or the top side could be a single color while the sides are a different color?
MAC filtering appears to be stable, and is there interest in an external antenna?
about 7 years ago
– Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 01:50:35 PM
MAC filtering is working quite well. There is an option to include only the selected devices or to exclude only the selected devices (ie, ONLY let devices 1,2,3 on the VPN and pass the rest straight through, or keep devices 1,2,3 off the VPN and route the rest through the VPN). In either case, if the killswitch is on, only the devices on the VPN will be stopped if it disconnects.
Because of the overwhelming funding, I'm looking at additional goals and features to add, if anyone has any suggestions. There was a mention of an optional external antenna, which I have looked into, and it could be added without increasing the cost to you. If there is any interest in this, I will make sure to include it in the final product to increase range (again, it's optional, so the internal antenna will still provide WiFi).
A video update of added features, and stretch goals.
about 7 years ago
– Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 01:49:42 PM
New features The first thing you may notice in this video is a data tally. After that, you'll notice a demonstration of the MAC filter which is completely optional, but adds some control over what devices are connected to the VPN and what devices
bypass the VPN. I am working to implement a 'nickname' feature, which will allow you to nickname each device and if there is interest, an optional MAC lookup feature which will attempt to identify the manufacturer of each device by
looking up the address making it a little easier to decide which device you want to include or exclude from the VPN network. I also wanted to demonstrate the killswitch feature. As you can see, there is an option to control only devices
that are filtered to the VPN, all devices or to disable the killswitch all together. The last notable item is the control over what ArmorVPN displays as its MAC address when connecting. This feature lets you choose a randomly generated
address, a custom address, or the default setting, the actual MAC address of the device.
Stretch goals
At the current time I am working on the iOS and Android based app as well as various color schemes, which I will provide a mock up of before the end of this Kickstarter. Also included are the detachable external antennas as well as the
cloth carrying bag. I would like to add to this the USB-C option, but I would love feedback from you, the people making this project come to life, as to whether or not you'd prefer to have that feature. USB-C is the latest standard but
it's also a new technology although it is rapidly becoming popular, while micro USB is a bit more commonly available.
As always, thank you to each and every person who has backed this Kickstarter project, and keep suggesting ideas!
260% funded! USB-C, and is there interest in a lifetime subscription option?
about 7 years ago
– Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 01:48:19 PM
Thank you to each and every backer that has pledged to help make this product a reality. With the responses to the previous update, I am pleased to announce that USB-C will be replacing the Micro USB charging port.
I also wanted to see if there would be any interest in a package between an ArmorVPN and a lifetime VPN subscription. It would be around the $140 mark, and would be a one time payment only, the service would not expire.
I'm also implementing the option to save and load various configurations, for different scenarios where you need to quickly change settings.
Colors!
about 7 years ago
– Sat, Sep 02, 2017 at 07:02:30 PM
The stretch goal for colors has been reached. I know it's a cosmetic thing, but it's an easy way to make your device a little more personal. If anyone has a preference, I'll be keeping track in the comments and messages so I can get a list together of what will be available.
