Ovidiu Sandru
Founder & CEO, Lighty Electronics
Ovidiu Sandru is a visionary entrepreneur and innovative technology developer passionate about creating groundbreaking solutions from scratch since the age of 4. With expertise spanning Android development, hardware prototyping, industrial design, and business development, he has built a portfolio of successful products and ventures that have impacted millions of users worldwide.
Key Achievements & Projects
Chargie – Battery Health Protection (2019-Present)
- Revolutionary battery protection device for smartphones and laptops
- 60,000+ active users worldwide with 50,000+ units sold
- Extends battery lifespan by 4x (250 to 1000+ cycles)
- Successful Kickstarter campaign: $123,769 from 1,796 backers
- Featured in Yanko Design and trusted by Nokia Labs for R&D testing
- Available for iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS
- Saved 5,500+ tons of CO2 since launch through reduced e-waste
The Green Optimistic (2007-Present)
- One of the world’s first websites dedicated to green technology and renewable energy
- 1.9 million visitors annually
- Featured 3 exclusive interviews with Elon Musk
- Pioneering voice in sustainable technology discourse
Lighty Laser Mahogany Projector
- World’s only HD laser projector with 4-DOF motion (spin, tilt, track)
- Handcrafted from mahogany wood and aluminum using Ovidiu’s CNC
- Limited series of 35 pieces distributed through Carrefour supermarkets in Romania
- Innovative piece of technological art enabling ceiling and wall projection
Lighty Robotic Pico Projector
- World’s first robotic pico projector with autonomous positioning
- Featured on Hackaday.io with significant community engagement
- Pioneering work in mobile projection technology
Professional Background
- Education: Politehnica University of Timisoara
- Expertise: Android development, hardware design, firmware development, CNC manufacturing, business strategy
- Recognized as an ethical hacker and innovative product designer
- Based in Lugoj, Timis, Romania with operations in Florida, USA
Recognition & Impact
- Trusted by major tech companies including Nokia Labs
- Featured in multiple design and technology publications
- Active contributor to open-source hardware community (Hackaday.io)
- Demonstrates commitment to sustainable technology and environmental responsibility
Connect with Ovidiu
Follow Ovidiu’s work and innovations:
- Twitter (@oveedeeoo)
- LinkedIn Profile
- Hackaday.io Projects
- Chargie Official Website
- The Green Optimistic
Company Information
Lighty Gadgets LLC
4024 Soaring Ln
Florida, 34714
[email protected]
Ovidiu Sandru continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in consumer electronics, combining artistic design with practical engineering to create products that improve lives and reduce environmental impact.