Mighty - An iPod for Spotify

@samir_doshi thank you! we agree that Mighty is part retro, part modern. sometimes simple is the way to go. we also think smartphones are the new laptops/central hubs (ie bigger, more expensive) so focused products like Mighty will be valuable.

@sarthakgrover great question. Yes, Mighty is fully compliant with all of Spotify’s Terms of Use. Mighty runs on Android, leverages the API like many others do, and follows all of the same DRM policies that are implemented on a smartphone. And we believe this device is a benefit for Spotify as it keeps their current Premium users sticky and can convert new and free users.

@pupupower Glad to hear that! Saw the timelines on the project, from a DVT/EVT to a PVT unit in 3 months (Jul-Nov)! That is a "mighty" aggressive timeline =) I actually hit all the pain points today that were mentioned in discussions here. Had to go for a run and didn't want to carry my bulky phone, so ended up downloading some music (based on my playlist for running, in Spotify) and then sync'ed it with the iPod....sigh. Goodluck on the launch!

@sarthakgrover thanks for the support and the reminder on our timeline. we wanted to be both realistic and aggressive. thanks again.

@sarthakgrover @pupupower I agree with Sarthak. My Kickstarter experience was painful as well. We shipped Sugr Cube on time. But that's just the hardware piece. Our Android app was delayed for 3+ months and several software features we promised were delayed as well. Planning and scoping was very important for hardware startups.

@ourielohayon first off, thanks so much for creating this page! we agree this may not be for every single spotify user, but we think it solves a pain point for many of them.

@pupupower happy to agree with you once i have tried it. i am big spotify user, but was never disturbed by the fact it s already on my phone when i am on the road

@ourielohayon what about exercising/running? do you have an arm band or carry your phone?

@pupupower yes. was referring to that. never disturbed me. maybe more convenient with yours but not sure how much more and worth spending extra $$

@ourielohayon understood and totally get it. i'm going to make it a personal goal to make the experience so good that you'll convert! thanks again for the feedback.

@lemurf great minds think alike?

@romikid thanks for the support. happy to answer any questions you may have!

@jmsaponaro we have lots of plans for the next few years as well! there is so much more to do beyond Spotify such as other music services, other audio, fitness content. Mighty is our first stab at solving one problem in this space.

@mihalyszabo thanks! Mighty stores onto the device via our app (same functionality to how you can save songs for offline play on your phone). once you're done syncing your music onto your Mighty, no connection is needed and you can leave your phone.