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Nicole Kelner is seeking funding for SmartPurse, the Penn State sophomore's answer to scratched/dirtied/grimy smartphones. The super-cute wristlet-meets-wallet design is padded, water-repellent, and allows you to use your phone while it's safely stowed within a plastic pocket. [Racked Inbox]
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