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US creator sparks controversy with pistol-shaped e-reader case

A Louisville designer created a 3D-printed case for the Xteink X4 e-reader, mimicking a Glock 19.

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The device, unveiled in July 2026, mounts the e-reader onto a plastic gun's slide.

Critics highlight the risk of public confusion with a real firearm.

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Ce design soulève des questions sur la régulation des objets imitant des armes, surtout dans un contexte de tensions autour des armes à feu aux États-Unis. La viralité de l'objet sur les réseaux amplifie le débat sur la responsabilité des créateurs de contenus technologiques.

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