Fidget Spinners: What They Are, How They Work and Why the Controversy

This season’s hottest toy is marketed as an antidote for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety and autism — but it’s also being banned in classrooms across the country.

“Fidget spinners” are small, ball-bearing devices that the user can rotate between his or her fingers. The momentum of the toy provides a pleasing sensory experience, according to user reviews, while the challenge of tossing, transferring and twirling the spinners has spawned an entire universe of instructional YouTube videos.

Many spinners are marketed as aides for individuals with anxiety, autism and ADHD; Cppslee’s spinner marketing patter on Amazon, for example, promises greater concentration for people with those conditions, plus an opportunity to “bring out that creative genius lying deep within you.” [Why Fidget Spinners Are So Hot

Orbiter is the quietest fidget toy around and full of magnetic fun

You may have noticed that fidget toys are pretty popular now. They are great for using up excess energy, but you can’t usually use them in meetings or other serious situations.

You may have noticed that fidget toys are pretty popular now. They are great for using up excess energy, but you can’t usually use them in meetings or other serious situations. The Orbiter Magnetic Fidget Toy is different—with minimal friction, it’s the most discreet spinner around.

While our ancestors needed to look out for bears, that part of our brain isn’t very useful in the modern-day office. Fidget spinners work by calming the subconscious nerves and burning off energy. The Orbiter offers all the same satisfaction without the distracting sound.

To start spinning, you simply stick the supplied ball bearing to the magnetic axis. You then hold the Orbiter between your thumb and finger. The ergonomic shape is designed to be comfortable for long periods, and this toy is built for everyday use. It’s also incredibly compact, so you can easily slip the Orbiter into your top pocket.

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