Kronosight, a startup composed of Asus, Acer, and HTC alums, launched a Kickstarter campaign on June 10 for Sentri, a DIY home security system with a distinct Apple vibe. Within 48 hours, Sentri had already exceeded its $200,000 funding goal — so far, it has 706 backers and $236,968 in pledges. Contributions of $249 or more (the $199 contribution level has already sold out) earn backers one of the first manufactured Sentri units.

Sentri doesn’t look like an IP-camera competitor, but it has a lot of the same features as Piper, a highly rated all-in-one integrated home security camera reviewed in 2013 and Canary, another comprehensive DIY system that’s available for preorder now and expected to ship in November 2014.

The main difference between them lies in design execution. Where Piper and Canary are controlled entirely on their related apps, Sentri adds a home screen interface where you can access details directly, like the current temperature, humidity, weather, light detection, and air quality.

Each Sentri also has a built-in HD camera, motion detector, microphone, and speaker, along with night-vision capabilities. Kronosight

has plans to transform its Sentri units into hubs for third-party smart lights, locks, and thermostats, too.

Right now, it lists Nest, Belkin WeMo, Philips Hue, and Lockitron as its partnered integrations.

But since Sentri is supposed to be able to recognize any device with an open API/SDK via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, there’s potential to add more over time.