MEATER: The First Truly Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer
Created by Apption Labs
Meater is the only wire-free meat thermometer that will guarantee perfectly cooked meats every time you cook.
Latest Updates from Our Project:
31 | Meatpocalypse Now
over 8 years ago
– Sat, Aug 06, 2016 at 12:25:44 AM
I Love the Smell of Smoked Meat in the Morning
We hope everyone is enjoying their summers (or winters from down-under) kicking back, relaxing with an iced Arnold Palmer, and rocking summer shades. We are still on track with our timeline from the previous update: to be shipping MEATERs in mid-September and MEATER Blocks in October. We are slated to produce another small batch of MEATERs next week that will go to our beta testers. We can't wait to get those out =) MEATER Block pilot production is still on track to begin in 2 weeks. We'll share more details as we hit the milestones.
Fine Tuning @ The Factory
MEATER is a high-tech product and contains lots of parts/components that come from various vendors. Due to the number of parts and complexity of assembling MEATER, engineering had to build numerous rigs, jigs, and thing-a-mabobs to be able to produce MEATER at mass production quantities. Each step requires stringent inspection for quality assurance and any necessary modifications to ensure the product meets our standards. The MEATERs we are testing now (from the pilot production run) work extremely well but the challenge is perfecting the manufacturing process to ramp up to larger production levels. Quality is our goal because you, our backers, deserve nothing less.
As far as shipping goes once we have mass production units, we will begin delivery based on backer number. But don't worry, we've ordered enough parts to fulfill all crowdfunding pledges and it's simply a matter of cranking out the MEATERs on the assembly line.
Concurrently, our designated safety and RF lab has already started FCC and CE testing. We should get the certification by end of August barring any issues.
While the factory assembles, tests, and fine-tunes the manufacturing process, we're also testing the pilot production units to ensure they function as expected and robust enough to pass the rigors of cooking. See some of our tests below...
Pilot production units on an oven and a MEATER probe covered in Playdoh.
Lab coats and goggles? Absolutely! Safety first when testing Bluetooth range ;)
Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking MEATERs
Powering through the stall! Monitoring the pork shoulder from the office made possible with MEATER Link.
We're so close everyone! Can you smell the apple wood smoke? Thank you again for your patience and support as always!
Stay classy meat-lovers,
Joseph, Teemu, and the Apption Labs crew
Shipping Address
Many of you are no longer at your previous homes and have new GPS coordinates. Here's how you can update your address on the Kickstarter website:
1) Go to our campaign page.
2) Click the blue "View Pledge" button.
3) Click the "Survey" tab from the pop-up window.
4) Under your current listed address, click "Edit Address".
Congratulations on your move and new adventure!
Let's Meat Up
Stay in touch with Apption Labs and e-holler at us!
You can still pre-order MEATER here if you want additional units or your friend missed the campaign.
30 | MEATbusters - What You Gonna Cook
over 8 years ago
– Fri, Jul 15, 2016 at 11:31:38 PM
Production Update
Hello meat fanatics! We're drawing nearer and nearer to completion. Teemu is at the factory, overseeing pilot production. He’s also testing and fine tuning the wireless range capability of MEATER every day, but we think it’s just an excuse to eat steak.
Best case scenario! Actual wireless distance may vary depending on the type of grill or obstructions between MEATER and your smart device.
We received all the parts to build our pilot run and will begin assembly of MEATERs next week. After assembly, we will QA the finished product and if we are 100% satisfied with the results (and nothing short of it!) we'll have the confidence to move onward to mass production.
The first round of MEATERs (from pilot production) will be sent to beta testers (e.g. avid cooks and backers) who can provide feedback to help us validate and improve the user experience. We're aiming to have pilot samples ready to ship by early August!
In parallel, we'll begin testing the integration of our inventory software and fulfillment house to ensure shipments of MEATER will go off without a hitch. Actual safety and FCC testing will also begin and estimated to finish before we start shipping mass produced MEATERs.
We’ve already ordered all the long lead time parts and scheduled to begin mass production of MEATERs in August. We expect to have our first batch of 1000 units completed by mid-August for quality control inspection. Once they pass, we will ramp up production. It's hard to simply press a button on immediately producing 15000+ units! We know you'd rather us ensure the probes are created with perfection, devoid of any defects. MEATER Block will undergo the same motions with pilot production happening in mid-August. All things considered, we're hoping to have begun shipping out MEATERs mid-September and MEATER Blocks in October. Sending good vibes that there are zero to minimal hiccups in this process so we can all start smoking beef tri-tips with MEATER soon!
Several of our eager backers have also asked about the MEATER app being in their respective app store. We're eager too! We'll have the MEATER app for iOS and Android ready and released with product launch :) Also, MEATER Link is finished and operational. MEATER Cloud is ready for iOS and under development for Android (but we expect it to be ready by mid-August). As for the wearable-apps, MEATER notifications are already designed to push to your watches. We plan to have the native apps ready by launch but will prioritize software updates resulting from our beta testing phase.
In other areas, our packaging is locked down! We wanted to design packaging that not only fits our brand, but provides a safe vessel so your MEATERs are unscathed as they travel far and wide to land in your kitchens. We've carefully selected the right materials, precision, and handiwork to ensure MEATER fits snugly, just like when you're properly tucked in at night.
Building a smart and completely wire-free meat thermometer is no easy task especially if there’s no blueprint to copy. Endless nights, hard work and our dedication to perfection has gotten us to where we are today. It was our pipedream to raise the amount of funds we’ve raised so far but we wouldn’t have ever gotten to this point if we weren’t so detail oriented and passionate about building the perfect product. We apologize that everyone has waited this long for MEATER but we assure that you will not be disappointed of the end result. We continue to be thankful and humble for your support and patience. Grill on friends!
Joseph, Teemu & the Apption Labs Team
Shipping Address
Many of you are no longer at your previous homes and have new GPS coordinates. Here's how you can update your address on the Kickstarter website:
1) Go to our campaign page.
2) Click the blue "View Pledge" button.
3) Click the "Survey" tab from the pop-up window.
4) Under your current listed address, click "Edit Address".
Congratulations on your move and new adventure!
Let's Meat Up
Stay in touch with Apption Labs and e-holler at us!
You can still pre-order MEATER here if you want additional units or your friend missed the campaign.
Looky here!
We thought you tech-savvy MEATER supporters might dig this for your smartphones!
Privacy: it matters.
Our friends at Slow Labs Co. redesigned tempered glass as we know it, bringing strength, durability, & privacy to your mobile devices. You won't notice it's there, but others sure will. Check it out!
29 | Now You See MEATER
over 8 years ago
– Sat, Jun 25, 2016 at 12:06:13 AM
Summer Is Here
Summer is here, the sun is out and it’s been nice and toasty! That means it’s time to spend time outdoors and soak it all in. Don’t forget to share your pictures with us!
Pulling A MEATER Out Of A Hat
From Houdini to Copperfield, magicians make the impossible happen right before your eyes. They strike infinite fascination, wonderment, and a fierce desire to know how it is done (if you are that type).
We wouldn't normally do this (Magician's code), but what the heck? Here are some behind-the-scenes pictures of your MEATERS being made. We hope this makes you even more excited than the audience who first witnessed a woman sawed in half in 1920 =)
Each MEATER is created with delicate precision to ensure we give you the best product possible. As you can see each one is hand crafted and made with care.
Do you even plank, bro? (bamboo!!)
That precision though. (MEATER blocks from a single bamboo plank)
The Block then gets sanded by machine and hand!
So much sanding it's like we're at the beach! Except we're in a factory.
Stay cool, friends!
Joseph, Teemu, and the Apption Labs Team
Shipping Address
Many of you are no longer at your previous homes and have new GPS coordinates. Here's how you can update your address from the Kickstarter website:
1) Go to our campaign page.
2) Click the blue "View Pledge" button.
3) Click the "Survey" tab and from there you can edit your address.
Congratulations on your move and new adventure!
Let's Meat Up
Stay in touch with Apption Labs and e-holler at us!
You can still pre-order MEATER here if you want additional units or your friend missed the campaign.
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28 | Top Meat
over 8 years ago
– Fri, Jun 10, 2016 at 10:22:44 PM
National Picnic Day & Father's Day
Happy almost National Picnic Day & Father’s Day! Enjoy this time with friends and family out in the bright warm sun! Don’t forget to post your pics for all to see!
Ghostrider requesting a fly-by
Although we’re currently waiting for our vendors to deliver the custom parts for MEATER, we are in no way in auto pilot mode. Over the past few weeks we finalized product packaging, had major breakthroughs in software, and closed out numerous action items! As perfectionists, every single detail does not go unaccounted for and we want you to see, feel, taste all the hard work we’ve put into making MEATER.
We will be receiving pilot production parts in a few weeks so we can begin assembling the units. Teemu will be traveling to our supplier at that time to oversee and ensure production goes off without a hitch.
Choosing bamboo color samples!
Once pilot production is done, we will do extensive testing of the units and barring any major issues, quickly move into mass production. We’ve already done our pre-tests for FCC and CE safety standards to make sure there are no surprises once we officially start the certification process. We expect to have units ready to ship end of July and the bulk ready to ship in August. Should anything come up that will push the schedule, of course you will be the first to know. In the meantime, keep on brining, rubbing, barbequing and before you know it, you’ll have these puppies in your hands!
Stay cool, friends!
Joseph, Teemu, and the Apption Labs team
Shipping Address
Many of you are no longer at your previous homes and have new GPS coordinates. Here's how you can update your address from the Kickstarter website:
1) Go to our campaign page.
2) Click the blue "View Pledge" button.
3) Click the "Survey" tab and from there you can edit your address.
Congratulations on your move and new adventure!
Let's Meat Up
Stay in touch with Apption Labs and e-holler at us!
You can still pre-order MEATER here if you want additional units or your friend missed the campaign.
27 | Meat Joe Black
over 8 years ago
– Fri, May 27, 2016 at 11:22:54 PM
Memorial Weekend
This weekend, we celebrate and honor those who gave their lives for this country. Their passion, dedication, and service are truly admirable, and we thank them for their sacrifice.
Production Update
We hope everyone is doing swimmingly well in the month of May and wrapping things up to head into the next month! As we continue testing and keeping the pilot production train chugging, we are making gains track by track. If pilot production is up to par, pilot production will soon turn into mass production.
Recently in one of our labs (i.e. the backyard), we've been able to successfully test out one of our neat features - MEATER Link! 1 probe, 2 phones, and a yummy dinner. This way if one person is out on a grocery store run, reaching the next save point on Fallout 4, or taking the cat out for a walk, there's another person who can monitor the meat! #teameffort
Linked up!
One cooking reminder we have set up in the app helps users remove their meat from the heat at the appropriate time considering resting period. As you know, food will continue to cook due to high internal temperatures so the MEATER app takes that into account and estimates the perfect time for your desired doneness.
Rest, my friend. You've had a long day.
In other areas, we will soon be making decisions regarding packaging and a proper fulfillment house that will help us sort all the pledges to get MEATER in your kitchens and backyard patios. Every day brings new challenges, every challenge is met with opportunity, and every opportunity leads to accomplishment and a plate of juicy meat.
We're constantly reminded of how grateful we are to have you all as backers that have joined in on this journey of ours. As we collect more data, we'll keep you posted.
Until the next one, have courage, be kind, and don't forget the milk.
All the best,
Joseph, Teemu, and the Apption Labs team
Here's a pic of delicious meat. Because why not.
Shipping Address
Many of you are no longer at your previous homes and have new GPS coordinates. Here's how you can update your address from the Kickstarter website:
1) Go to our campaign page.
2) Click the "View Pledge" button.
3) Click the "Survey" tab and from there you can edit your address.
Congratulations on your move and new adventure!
Let's Meat Up
Stay in touch with Apption Labs and e-holler at us!
