A prototype is a preliminary model of something. Projects that offer physical products need to show backers documentation of a working prototype. This gallery features photos, videos, and other visual documentation that will give backers a sense of what’s been accomplished so far and what’s left to do. Though the development process can vary for each project, these are the stages we typically see:
Proof of Concept
Explorations that test ideas and functionality.
Functional Prototype
Demonstrates the functionality of the final product, but looks different.
Appearance Prototype
Looks like the final product, but is not functional.
Design Prototype
Appearance and function match the final product, but is made with different manufacturing methods.
Production Prototype
Appearance, function, and manufacturing methods match the final product.
Prototype Gallery
These photos and videos provide a detailed look at this project’s development.
What if predicting weather could be a fun game rather than an exercise in frustration?
There are hundreds of professional meteorologists around the world, but few are trusted to do their job. Ask yourself, how many times have you tried to guess the weather despite having access to weather professionals? How many times have you been right? Are you better than your local weatherman?
Now consider this: What if you could share your weather predictions with other amateur meteorologists in you area? What if you could track your success and compare your weather forecasting abilities against others? And what if it turned out you are better at the weather than your local weatherman?
GAME OF CLOUDZ is a weather app that can do just that. It accesses local weather data and registered users use that data to make their predictions and forecast the weather. We call these users WEXPERTS, and they compete against one another in the challenging arena of meteorology.
Anyone can use Game of Cloudz as a great weather app, but for those who enjoy the risk of leaving the house without and umbrella, Game of Cloudz lets you indulge in your weather forecasting fantasies.
How it Works (in a nutshell)
After selecting the time and place, the Wexpert will make a weather prediction. Not only is the current prediction available, but so too is the average prediction from other Wexperts for that area. Wexperts are ranked on local and national/global leaderboards and rewarded with in-app badges based on the accuracy of their predictions. Wexperts standings are updated daily, and Wexperts are able to create splinter cells to challenge friends. Finally, unregistered users can add Wexperts to a follow list.
Presently, Game of Cloudz is a simple weather predicting app, but we're hoping to develop it further with more robust incentive programs and advanced competition for Wexperts.
Risks and Challenges
Beta Development Funding
We're not developers, just fun people with fun ideas. We are looking to raise between $50K and $150K to bring the Game of Cloudz beta to market. Through beta testing, we'll be able to validate market interest, create user models, and better understand which features and functions are preferred among users and Wexperts.
The Game of Cloudz beta will only be available in North America, but we're keen to expand into other markets.
Risks and challenges
BETA DEVELOPMENT FUNDING
We are looking to raise between $50K and $150K to bring the beta version of this product to market. This phase will allow us to validate market interest, audience models, product features/functions and scope market development.
MARKETING SUPPORT AND ADVICE
Access to information and experience in gaining market visibility for media and entertainment oriented mobile apps will be a constant need for this project. Particularly as we target growth in markets outside of North America.
10 full versions of the complete app (June 2017)
Afternoon of Snow Tubing with a founder at Snow Valley in Barrie, ON
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Snow Shoeing with a founder in Collingwood, ON
or
French Fry Crawl with a founder in Toronto, ON.
(Travel not included)
10 full versions of the complete app
Shelley's homemade chocolate chip cookies (24) and recipe (can try to send cookies abroad but no promises depending on your location) but will send the recipe no problem!
Game of Cloudz stickers
15 full versions of the complete app
1hr ski lesson with Shelley at an Southern Ontario Resort (winter 2017/18)
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1 day kayak adventure with Martin (limited)
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Make french pastry with Michelle (she's a great chef)
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Mystery Gift!!!!!!
15 full versions of the complete app
Game of Cloudz steak knives (cannot be shipped outside of Canada) - if abroad please substitute for a Game of Cloudz poncho and soft-shell jacket
Game of Cloudz sticker pack
30 Full versions of the complete app
Special win app Thank You
Skywalk and Dinner at the CN tower (travel and alcohol not included)
Game of Cloudz soft shell jacket
Sticker Pack
Rubberized Patch
Poncho