I note with interest the intense effort and research that went into constructing the promo video and campaign. The high-gloss video convinced a lot of people th

I note with interest the intense effort and research that went into constructing the promo video and campaign. The high-gloss video convinced a lot of people that a Glowforge was rolling down the production line with their name on it. "We can't wait to get you your Glowforge". Last year when everyone was throwing money at Glowforge, I was interested. But the more I watched the video and drank the koolaid, the more I cringed at the glossy blueprint presentations and tactics. And the more I had questions about the product that simply couldn't be answered without a final product existing. I do hope it works out. But I wish it had been further along before they took people's money. The thing is, a lot of buyers were led to believe the Glowforge had progressed a lot further than it had. It came as a surprise to some that the beta program only started in December 2015, when previously the plan was that first backers would receive their units by that time. Apparently everything is running on time though, and late 2016 could be when backers get their production Glowforge. Of course, their terms specify generous leeway on any timeframes. They are still recruiting hard for what looks like important roles to the core product. That's great... depending on whether you've pre-ordered or looking for work! I am still betting on a "history making" refund drive as the glow in buyers' eyes fades in time. Their up to $4K (inc shipping) sitting somewhere other than their own back account.