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It would be awesome if they open sourced the hardware. Then hackers could build their own Triggertrap Ada to interface with their mobile app.

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Well, they are using the audio jack for i/o. Convert audio signal to a logic level voltage, then use that voltage to activate a solid state relay. Camera remotes are normal open momentary switches, and the relay would serve as the switch. The app is pretty much a timer that outputs beeps. Why not make that too?

From what I read, it sounded like they already built the thing, they just don't have the means to bring it to production.

Selling kits wouldn't require them to bring it to production, while at the same time letting people experiment and use their app. I don't want to re-create their product, but it would be nice for people who still want the product and are willing to do a little work.

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