Critics Attack Sonic Youth Blaster

(Критики атакуют анти-молодёжный звуковой бластер)

Sharon Weinberger

13.02.2008

wired.com

Sonic blasters are all the rage these days, but one device used in the United Kingdom that specifically targets teenagers is attracting criticism, reports CNN.

The Children's Commissioner for England, who oversees children's rights, has called for a ban on the ultra-sonic gadget, known as "The Mosquito," which disperses young people by emitting sharp, piercing sounds.

The device causes discomfort to younger ears by exploiting their ability to hear very high frequencies — a power which declines once they reach their 20s.

But human rights groups say the machine infringes civil rights and creates a divide between young and old.

Launching the "Buzz Off" campaign, England's Children's Commissioner Al Aynsley-Green said: "I have spoken to many children and young people from all over England who have been deeply affected by ultra-sonic teenage deterrents."

Apparently, the devices are popular with everyone from shop keepers to police.

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