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The best portable air conditioners

These air conditioners work well in a couple different scenarios. First, they are useful in humid areas where you really don’t want to open any windows for fear that you will just make the heat worse, even with a traditional air conditioner. Second, portable units are handy additions in rooms where you can’t open windows […]

These air conditioners work well in a couple different scenarios. First, they are useful in humid areas where you really don’t want to open any windows for fear that you will just make the heat worse, even with a traditional air conditioner. Second, portable units are handy additions in rooms where you can’t open windows and where climate control systems may not quite be up to the task, such as classrooms, offices, and data centres.

Based on our extended experience with smart home products, we have chosen the best portable AC units for your needs, starting with a durable, powerful Pro Breeze model that comes with 3 different fan speeds.

Stay cool and beat the heat with the Pro Breeze 10L Portable Air Cooler. It utilises a large 10-litre water tank that you can fill with cold water and cooling packs, so the unit can automatically supply you with cool air. It’s easy to use because it has a remote control that will allow you to access different features such as 4 different operating modes that will suit every need, 3 fan speeds, and its 7-hour timer. In case you require it in one room or another, you can easily manoeuvre it as it has a 4-wheel system that will allow you to transport it without the hassle of lifting it.

— Produces a cool breeze
— Fits any room nicely
— Availability of different operational modes

Going above and beyond what an air conditioner should be seems to be the case with the Nyxi Air Cooler. Coming with a 4-litre tank, all you have to do is add water, select what speed you want from the 3 options, and then let this cooler get to work. This air cooler not only comes with 2 additional ice packs to really get you that cool air, but also features a fan that can oscillate up to 120 degrees, and can work up to 7 hours when left on a timer. Best of all, this cooler comes with a remote control, so you can control the speed, time and when you want it on, with just the touch of a button.

— Water storage box is leakproof
— Small and compact size
— Comes with a dust trap to keep your air clean

Inventor Chilly Portable Air Conditioner is the name and supplying you with icy-cold air is the game. It has a sleek and stylish design that will complement any part of your home and it’s best placed near your sliding or a double-hung window. With an easy-to-use LED-screened remote controller, you can perform different functions such as cycling between modes, setting the timer, setting the Sleep Mode feature, and adjusting fan speeds. The Sleep Mode feature will allow you to set a time for the portable air conditioner to automatically adjust to the optimum air condition that’s perfect for relaxing or sleeping.

— Eco-friendly design
— Has a unique hose-style exhaust
— Equipped with manoeuvrable wheels

With the restless desire for greater things, the JML Chillmax Air aims to be your best bud when it comes to your personal air cooling needs. With its small and compact size, you can place it on your desk so you can feel cool while you work. Aside from its fast-cooling feature, it also works as a humidifier and purifier. Additionally, it has an almost silent fan that you won’t hear, and a soft nightlight available that you can use to set up a great mood and facilitate better sleep. Lastly, it has a 610ml water tank that can supply you with cool air for up to 10 hours at a time, so don’t worry about this little cooler giving up amid the heat.

— Easy to carry
— Adjustable fan that has 3 different speeds
— Filter is dishwasher safe

The world can be a noisy place. Whether you’re at home, on the bus, or in the mall, the world assails you with sound. Even if you try to relax and detach by playing some music or your favorite podcast over your headphones, all those sounds leak through, distracting you and causing even more stress and chaos. Maybe you don’t even tend to play audio on your devices, and instead, you’re just looking to filter out some of that ambient noise.

If you want to find some peace and quiet anywhere, anytime, try out a pair of noise-canceling headphones. They use special technology to intercept background noise and keep it from reaching your ears. At the same time, they amplify the notes or words playing from your phone or other digital devices to provide a clear and engaging sound. 

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