# Crowdfunded EDC Flashlights The Lazsaber LS1 has Completed Funding and is Available for Purchase By Colin Smith | Published 2024-01-08 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lazsaber-ls1 References: [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2iFHmZjOTs) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lazsaber/lazsaber-ls1-super-bright-edc-flashlight-in-your-pocket)  The LS1 flashlight from Lazsaber is a super bright [EDC (everyday carry)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loopdot) laser flashlight that can illuminate up to 1500 meters of distance. It is compact, durable, and easy to use, with a one-button interface and four switchable modes: High, Low, SOS, and Strobe. The LS1 flashlight has a 5000 mAh battery that can be recharged via USB-C, and an IPX66 rating that makes it water-resistant and dust-proof. It is designed to provide clear visibility and safety in various environments and situations, such as wilderness search, firefighting, patrolling, or self-defense. The LS1 flashlight is currently available for pre-order on [Indiegogo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xeter-spark), where it has raised over $42,000 USD from more than 220 backers. The early bird price is $99 USD, which is 50% off the retail price of $199 USD. The estimated delivery date is April 2024. The LS1 flashlight is also expected to launch on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactical-flashlight) soon, where it will offer more perks and rewards for backers. The LS1 flashlight is a promising product that aims to revolutionize the flashlight industry with its laser technology and innovative features. Image Credit: Lazsaber ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.2/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 20% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Laser Flashlight Technology:** The LS1 flashlight aims to revolutionize the flashlight industry with its laser technology and innovative features. - **Everyday Carry (EDC) Gadgets:** The LS1 flashlight fits the growing trend of EDC gadgets that are compact, durable, and easy to use. - **Crowdfunding for Product Launches:** The LS1 flashlight has successfully raised over $42,000 USD on Indiegogo, showcasing the trend of using crowdfunding platforms for product launches. ### Where This Applies - **Flashlight Manufacturing:** The LS1 flashlight's laser technology presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the flashlight manufacturing industry. - **Outdoor Adventure Gear:** The LS1 flashlight's water-resistant and long-distance illuminating capabilities create disruptive innovation opportunities for the outdoor adventure gear industry. - **Consumer Electronics:** The LS1 flashlight's compact design and USB-C rechargeable battery open up disruptive innovation opportunities in the consumer electronics industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerfully Compact Tactical Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactical-flashlight.md) - [Long-Range Laser Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumitwin-dl700.md) - [Diminutive Dual-Beam Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-flashlight.md) - [High-Performance Off-Grid Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acebeam-terminator-m1.md) - [High-Power Dual Barrel Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualbarrel-edc.md) - [High-Powered Portable Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highpowered-portable-flashlights.md) - [Handheld High-Performance Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nitecore-edc29.md) - [Turbo-Powered Micro-Sized Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imalent-ld35.md) - [Smart Safety Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeli-flashlight.md)