A FATHER and son in Bradford on Avon have just launched a device and mobile app to tackle computer game addiction.

Keith and James Potter designed and built their device, QTIME, for parents with children who spend too much time playing computer games.

James, 29, said: “When I was a teenager, I was addicted to playing computer games. My father would try everything to get me to do my homework and go outdoors.

“It’s now been recognised as serious health issue, with the current generation of teens addicted to games like Fortnite.

“Fifteen years later we teamed up to build a device to tackle gaming addiction and it’s now shipping on Amazon.”

QTIME is a device that plugs into your child’s Xbox or PlayStation console. It enables parents to remotely take charge of their children’s gaming time.

Parents can use the app to set a daily time allowance, see how much time was spent playing games, or even remotely turn off the console screen.

It works with gaming PCs, Xbox One and Sony PlayStation 4, PS4 Pro and PS3 consoles.

Keith, 57, of Woolley Barn Farm, said: “It’s the easiest way for parents to apply screen time limits to games consoles and gaming PCs.

“We built QTIME to solve our own problem; three children who were hopelessly addicted to playing video games. There was no suitable device already on the market so we built one.

“The benefits were quickly obvious. More time for study and homework, fewer battles when the time limit is up and overall healthier and happier children.”

The Potters formed QTIME Ltd last year to produce and sell their product.

It is retailing on Amazon for £39.99, and they feel sure it will prove a big hit with parents anxious to avoid rows with their children while trying to strike a balance between allowing them screen time and also get them to enjoy other activities.

James added: “This thing would have been my worst nightmare when I was a gamer, but I’m sure my exam grades would have improved!”

To find out more, go to https://getqtime.com/