Open-source ESP32 story box for kids
The gist
A father of three built Marelleo, an open-source ESP32 story box that plays a story when a figurine is placed on top.
The build shows how far a beginner can get with cheap boards and open files.
How it unfolded
- Oct 15, 2026A blog post introduces Marelleo, a box that plays a story when a child puts a figurine on top, built for the author's three kids.
- Oct 31, 2026The builder posts "Show HN: Marelleo, an open-source story box I built for my kids using ESP32" to Hacker News, drawing 4 points and 1 comment.
- Oct 31, 2026LavX News publishes an article on Marelleo.