Key Takeaways
1. The Omibo Smart Video Pin allows users to easily swap out designs on a digital display instead of buying new pins.
2. The pin features a 1.8-inch HD circular display, likely using an IPS panel, but visibility in bright sunlight is limited.
3. It has a relatively short battery life due to its LCD screen, with a 400 mAh battery that lasts only a few hours compared to longer-lasting MiP displays.
4. The pin includes 2 GB of internal memory and supports an additional microSD card up to 32 GB for storing video clips.
5. Currently funded through Kickstarter, the pin costs around $39, with delivery expected in May 2026, but there are risks associated with crowdfunding projects.
Whether to express enthusiasm at a sports match, make a bold impression, or support someone, pins have long been a favorite way to show belonging to a group. The Omibo Smart Video Pin aims to do away with the need for constantly purchasing new pins, as its printed surface can be easily swapped out for a digital display.
Display Features
This circular display measures 1.8 inches diagonally and is claimed to provide HD resolution, although the company hasn’t shared more technical specs. Judging by its cost and the demo videos available, it probably uses a typical IPS panel with backlighting. While it looks good indoors, the visibility of this type of screen in bright sunlight is much poorer when compared to a MiP or E Ink display.
Power Consumption
Moreover, LCD screens use a relatively high amount of energy. In contrast, a MiP display without backlight can last several days to weeks, while an LCD’s battery life is only expected to be a few hours; the maker hasn’t stated how long the 400 mAh battery will actually last. Charging happens through USB-C. With 2 GB of internal memory and an optional microSD card (up to 32 GB), you can store hundreds of video clips right on the pin. You can attach the pin to your clothing using either a safety pin or a magnet.
The Omibo Smart Video Pin is currently being funded through Kickstarter. During this campaign, the pin costs HKD 305 (around $39) plus shipping, import VAT, and customs fees. The expected delivery is set to start in May 2026. Since this is the first Kickstarter project from the manufacturer, there are some risks in backing crowdfunding projects, such as the possibility that the product might not function as promised or may never reach the market at all.
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