Devices · 1h ago
Gamer rigs Steam Deck with taser and spikes to stop battery drain
A Steam Deck owner built a booby-trapped device using a Raspberry Pi, 3D-printed spikes, and a taser to deter family from borrowing it and leaving the battery dead. The system includes a camera, speaker, and alarm that activate when unauthorized use is detected. The project highlights extreme DIY security measures for personal electronics.
Meridian48 take
While creative, this mod is impractical for most and raises safety concerns; it's more a cautionary tale about device sharing than a viable security solution.
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Disgruntled gamer builds booby-trapped Steam Deck with 3D-printed spikes and a built-in taser — Raspberry Pi powers speaker, camera, and alarm to stop family members draining his battery →
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