This crowdfunded tentacle phone mount is on sale for just $24

Image: Tenikle

By StackCommerceMashable Shopping2020-03-17 09:00:00 UTC

One part functional and one part quirky, the wonderfully weird Tenikle now has a 2.0 version – and it’s on sale. We’ve talked about its impressive versatility and slightly humorous take on tech accessories before, but that was back in 2017 when it was still on Kickstarter. Since then, it raised over $107,000, which is seven times its original goal, and even launched an updated version.

The Tenikle underwent a massive engineering overhaul after receiving constructive feedback from its backers and improved its longevity, ease of use, quality, and suction strength, leading to the Tenikle 2.0.

In case you forgot, this odd little gadget looks like the lovechild of a starfish and an octopus, is covered in extra-strong suction cups, and has super bendy legs. Its use cases are practically endless, but here are a few ideas to get you started: tripod, selfie stick, car mount, GoPro mount, or guitar stand. Even if you just want something to prop up your phone while you watch ASMR clips to help you fall asleep during these trying times, it can do that too. Easy peasy. It’s also virtually indestructible and waterproof and can roll up into a tiny 2.5-inch ball, so you can take it with you wherever.

If you need a visual example, here you go:

In its short lifetime, it’s earned an impressive 4.2-star rating across over 800 reviews, with one customer saying, “I will buy the crap out of it again if mine gets lost.” Now, that’s a dedicated fanbase.

Want to try out the Tenikle 2.0’s near-magical powers? Get one on sale for just $23.99 (usually $29.98) in black, red, or blue, and start sticking it to all the things.