Comet Q raises $900,000 on Kickstarter after two minutes

GL.iNet’s Comet Q remote-control hardware launched on Kickstarter June 2 and hit its $10,000 goal in two minutes before topping $900,000 in pledges. The campaign highlights demand for hardware-based remote access that can wake, unlock and control compatible devices even when they are asleep or offline.

Why it matters: - Comet Q targets users who need reliable remote access without depending on software running on the controlled device. - The device can keep compatible hardware reachable even when the target is logged out, asleep, restarting or offline, as long as Comet Q stays connected and online. - The Kickstarter momentum signals market interest in hardware remote-control tools for smartphones, tablets, laptops and mini PCs.

What happened: - GL.iNet launched Comet Q (GL-RMQ1) on Kickstarter on June 2, 2026. - The campaign reached its US$10,000 funding goal within two minutes. - Pledges climbed past US$900,000 in less than a month. - Kickstarter awarded the project a “Project We Love” badge.

The details: - Comet Q is billed as a remote-control hardware solution for smartphones, tablets and laptops. - A single USB-C connection carries video, data and power between Comet Q and the controlled device. - Users can remotely wake, unlock and control compatible devices from a browser. - Comet Q also supports Mac mini and other compatible USB-C devices. - The device supports up to 2K QHD at 60 FPS video. - The browser-based interface is designed for direct viewing and interaction with the connected device. - Physically disconnecting Comet Q ends the active session immediately. - GL.iNet says that leaves no residual access or background process on the controlled device. - Comet Q supports compatible devices across iOS, Android, macOS, Windows and Linux. - Users can control an iPhone from a Windows computer, access a laptop from another device or manage a Mac mini without a dedicated monitor. - The built-in 1.8-inch touchscreen provides setup access, connection status and key controls. - Wi-Fi 6 supports wireless connectivity. - Third-party networking tools such as Tailscale and ZeroTier are supported for remote connections.

Between the lines: - Hardware-level control creates a different security and availability model than software-only remote access tools. - The immediate session cutoff from unplugging Comet Q is a notable control point for users concerned about lingering access. - Support for multiple operating systems broadens the product’s reach beyond a single-device ecosystem.

What's next: - Comet Q remains available on Kickstarter. - Backers can add Comet X (GL-RM4PE) or LWR02 to their pledges through the campaign page. - GL.iNet is likely to use the campaign’s early traction as proof of demand as it moves toward broader availability.

The bottom line: - Comet Q’s rapid Kickstarter start suggests strong interest in browser-based remote control that works at the hardware layer, not just through software.