The Pitch #117 Lotus: Hardware Hail Mary
Sep 6, 2023
Former Apple engineer turned hardware startup founder, Dhaval Patel, discusses his moonshot hardware company, Lotus, which aims to turn every home into a smart home using old technology. He introduces Lotus, a wearable ring that controls home devices using infrared technology. The podcast explores market potential, challenges, funding, and the importance of vulnerability in leadership.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Introducing Lotus: Empowering Smart Homes for People with Limited Mobility
01:38 • 2min
Introducing Lotus: A Wearable Ring for Controlling Home Devices
03:57 • 9min
From Prototype to Product: Seeking Funding and Facing Challenges
13:09 • 2min
Transforming Passive Viewers into Active Participants in Immersive Entertainment
14:54 • 1min
Running Small Businesses and Being Vulnerable
16:24 • 2min
The Challenges of Sales and Marketing
17:57 • 15min
Paying Employees and Celebrating a Hardware Deal
32:46 • 2min
Advertisement for American Express Business Cards and Season Announcement
34:17 • 3min