Why Crowdfunding?
Umino is an internal startup venture dedicated to making visual technology more accessible, portable, and practical for people on the move. Backed by GL.iNet's extensive hardware expertise, our team operates independently with its own budget and financial responsibilities.
Kickstarter allows us to validate market demand, plan our first production run based on real customer interest, and minimize excess inventory and waste.
This approach enables us to bring innovative products to market responsibly and sustainably, while giving early supporters the opportunity to help shape Umino's future.
Choose Your VIP Pass &
Unlock Exclusive Perks
Reserve your perks today, then back us on Kickstarter at launch.
Before You Purchase*
- VIP Pass only: No device included. Non-refundable and not deducted from your Kickstarter pledge. A separate eligible reward pledge is required.
- Same email: Use the same email for your VIP Pass and Kickstarter pledge to verify VIP status.
- One pass per email: Limited to one Backer Club or Insider Pass. Additional purchases will be canceled.
- Shipping & taxes: $15 flat shipping per order, charged at pledge checkout. Taxes collected later.
- Backer Club: Redeemable for one D1 Mini or D1 Pro at Early Bird pricing. SD card not included.
- CES 2027: Free entry codes for the first 200 eligible VIP purchasers across both tiers, based on order completion time. Redeem by November 30, 2026 (PST).
Limited VIP Passes Available.Get Yours Before They Sell Out.
Get your VIP pass here, then back us on Kickstarter when the campaign launches.
Benefit |
Backer Club
$9.99
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Insider
$1
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| Kickstarter Launch Notification | 72 Hours Before Launch | 48 Hours Before Launch |
| $5 GL.iNet Store Credit | ||
| Early Bird Discount |
D1 Mini: $99.99 (44.45% off retail price)
D1 Pro: $149.99 (37.5% off retail price)
*Listed prices do not include shipping fees or taxes.
*SD cards are not included with either model.
*Limited to one D1 Mini or one D1 Pro per Backer Club Pass.
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| Priority Shipping | ||
| Private Discord Channel | ||
| Mystery Gift | ||
| CES 2027 Free Entry Pass Invitation Code | First 200 VIP purchasers across both tiers *Limited to the first 200 VIP Pass orders across both tiers combined. Codes are emailed only to eligible purchasers who indicate they plan to attend CES 2027 in the purchase pop-up. Ages 18+ only. One code per eligible order. Redeem by November 30, 2026 (PST). | |
| Recognition on GL.iNet Website | ||
| Reserve Your Pass | ||
- Eligibility & Purchase Limit: You must be 18 or older to purchase a pass. Each email address may purchase either one Backer Club Pass or one Insider Pass, but not both. Any additional pass orders will be canceled and fully refunded. By purchasing, you confirm that you meet the age requirement.
- Email Verification: Please use the same email address for your VIP Pass purchase and Kickstarter pledge so we can verify your VIP status and provide your benefits.
- VIP Pass Fees: The Insider Pass costs $1, and the Backer Club Pass costs $9.99. Each pass requires a one-time, non-refundable payment, except for additional orders canceled and fully refunded under the purchase limit policy. Passes do not auto-renew or include a device, and the fee will not be deducted from your Kickstarter pledge.
- VIP Privileges: Benefits are non-transferable and may not be shared. Abuse or misuse of access may result in termination of VIP privileges without refund.
- Separate Kickstarter Pledge Required: To receive a device, you must select an eligible reward and pledge separately on Kickstarter at the listed reward price.
- Taxes & Shipping: Taxes and shipping are separate from the Kickstarter reward price. A flat $15 shipping fee per order will apply when you pledge on Kickstarter. Applicable taxes will be collected later when we request your shipping address.
- Early Bird Pricing: Each Backer Club Pass entitles you to purchase either one D1 Mini or one D1 Pro at Early Bird pricing. SD cards are not included with either model.
- $5 GL.iNet Store Credit: Valid on all products in the official GL.iNet store. A unique promo code will be emailed to you within one month after the VIP campaign ends and will remain valid for one year from issuance. The code can only be used with the email address it was sent to and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.
- Priority Shipping: Available exclusively to Backer Club Pass holders who pledge on Kickstarter, whose orders will ship before regular Kickstarter orders. Insider Pass holders and other backers follow the standard shipping schedule.
- CES 2027 Invitation Code: Available to the first 200 eligible orders across both tiers combined. To qualify, you must be 18 or older and select “Yes” at checkout to confirm you plan to attend CES 2027 in Las Vegas. The invitation code will be sent by email, limited to one redemption per eligible order. Redeem it by November 30, 2026 (PST), or it will expire.
- Benefits & Program Changes: VIP benefits are subject to the details in the perks overview or your VIP confirmation email. Access, duration, benefits, launch dates, and shipping dates are subject to change at our discretion. We reserve the right to modify or terminate the VIP program at any time, with or without notice.
- Contact: For questions or support, email cs@gl-inet.com.
VIP Reservation & Kickstarter Launch Timeline
VIP Reservation
Choose your VIP pass and pay a one-time, non-refundable fee to unlock your tier's benefits.
VIP Confirmation
Check your email for your VIP benefits, access instructions, and next steps.
Kickstarter Launch Notification
We’ll email you the exact Kickstarter launch date and time 72 hours before launch with a Backer Club Pass, or 48 hours before launch with an Insider Pass. You’ll also receive occasional emails with campaign updates, reminders, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content.
Official Launch on Kickstarter
Backer Club Pass holders can claim Early Bird pricing on Kickstarter. Sold out? Contact us for a secret rewards link.
FAQ
We’ll email your launch notification, including the exact Kickstarter launch date and time, based on your VIP pass:
- Backer Club: 72 hours before launch.
- Insider: 48 hours before launch.
You’ll also receive occasional emails with other updates, campaign reminders, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content.
The $5 GL.iNet Store Credit can be used toward any product in the official GL.iNet store. A unique promo code will be emailed to you within one month after the VIP campaign ends. The code is valid for one year from the date of issuance, can only be redeemed using the email address it was sent to, and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.
Backer Club Pass holders can pledge on Kickstarter when the campaign launches to get the Umino D1 Mini for $99.99 (44.45% off retail price) or the Umino D1 Pro for $149.99 (37.5% off retail price). SD cards are not included.
If the Early Bird tier is sold out when you’re ready to pledge, contact us, and we’ll send you a secret rewards link to secure your early bird pricing.
Insider Pass holders can claim available Kickstarter offers on a first-come, first-served basis. Insider Passes do not include guaranteed Early Bird pricing or a secret rewards link.
We’ll notify you of the Kickstarter launch date and time by email.Priority Shipping means your order will ship before regular Kickstarter orders. This benefit is exclusive to Backer Club Pass holders.
Backer Club Pass holders get access to a private Discord channel with updates directly from the GL.iNet team, including production progress and behind-the-scenes content. Instructions for joining will be included in your VIP confirmation email.
The Mystery Gift is exclusive to Backer Club Pass holders and will ship with your Kickstarter order. Please use the same email address for your VIP purchase and Kickstarter pledge so we can verify your eligibility and include the gift in your shipment.
As a Backer Club Pass holder, you'll have the opportunity to be featured on the Wall of Fame on the official GL.iNet website after our Kickstarter launch. We'll reach out to you by email to ask if you'd like to participate and what name you'd like us to display.