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The LCD Solarpower was released in 1982 in Japan by Bandai.Consolevariations - Bandai LCD Frankenstein Console https://consolevariations.com/variation/console/lcd-solarpower 28 December 2021 Consolevariations en The system is significant in gaming history as one of the first to use renewable energy not only as a power source, but as a marketing tool. The use of solar power was perhaps more likely to appeal to gamers wishing to reduce dependence on batteries, rather then a desire to use renewable energy.
Technology
Either a single screen or dual screens were used.Note: It is likely that the screens are not backlit. Since the system is solar powered, it is not unreasonable that the gamer using it is likely in a lit area.
The system used a thumb stick for directional control.Bandai LCD Solarpower Frankenstein Reviews, Pricing, Specs https://www.engadget.com/products/bandai/lcd-solarpower/frankenstein/ 28 December 2021 Engadget
The system is commonly considered among the first, if not the first, mass produced solar powered handheld gaming systems.Achievement in future gaming technology: Modded Nintendo 3DS with solar panel attachment https://www.resetera.com/threads/achievement-in-future-gaming-technology-modded-nintendo-3ds-with-solar-panel-attachment.440185/ 28 December 2021 ResetEra Such a feature would not be commonly seen on handheld consoles going forward, as of 2022.
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