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Playdate handheld used to help time Big Ben's iconic bells

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The Playdate, a niche handheld gaming device, has found an unexpected application in assisting with the timing of London's iconic Big Ben clocktower. A clock mechanic for the Houses of Parliament, Andrew Strangeway, has programmed his Playdate to help check the clock's bell timings. This use case was recently highlighted on the National Geographic travel show "Best of the World with Antoni Porowski" and has been shared by Playdate itself on Bluesky, showcasing the device's versatility beyond gaming. AI

RANK_REASON A niche product (Playdate) is being used in an unexpected, non-core application (timing Big Ben).

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Playdate handheld used to help time Big Ben's iconic bells

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Playdate is helping Big Ben ring on time

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