Now-a-days it's tough for the playground to compete with video games, TV and computers. The company Octavia wants to level the playing field a little by introducing a computerized game to the old-fashioned swing set.
This toy is called the Son-X Octavia. It is a solar powered device that easily attaches to any swing rope or chain. Equipped with accelerometers and speakers, the Son-X Octavia is used while swinging to play different games, like swinging to new heights or at beats. Kids hear applause or cheering from the speakers to let them know when they have won a game or moved up a level. When the games get boring, the toy can be upgraded for new games through USB.
Solar panels on the Son-X Octavia (via Son-X)
The device measures 7.5 in by 7.5 in by 4.5 in. The Son-X toy is solar powered but it does use batteries to ensure play even on cloudy days. The company says these batteries should last about 2 years before needing to be replaced. The solar panels are coated in glass so they can be cleaned with heavy-duty cleaners in the event of vandalism.
You can equip your swing with a Son-X Octavia for $624 but you will have to order it from the European company Hags as there is no current U.S. distributor. Or just wait until people start stealing them out of your local park...
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