From Concept to 100 Units in 55 Days: A YC Demo Day Blitz

2025-09-19
From Concept to 100 Units in 55 Days: A YC Demo Day Blitz

A startup built Blue, a voice assistant controlled by a tiny USB-C device called Bud, enabling hands-free control of any phone app. They achieved this feat in just 55 days, culminating in 100 working units for YC Demo Day. Focusing on reliability over features, and leveraging a streamlined design and manufacturing process with a Taiwan partner, they bypassed the need for app-specific APIs, relying instead on iOS's Accessibility features. Their rapid development and successful Demo Day resulted in immediate sales, proving the market demand for their innovative product.

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