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Dyson's new air purifier shows how much formaldehyde it's trying to destroy
The new Dyson Purifier Formaldehyde air purifiers — Hot+Cool (HP09) and Cool (TP09) — are able to distinguish formaldehyde from other VOCs using a dedicated solid-state formaldehyde sensor, in order to better monitor the carcinogenic gas constantly released from the likes of furniture, carpets, paint and flooring.
Neato’s robotic D10 vacuum uses LIDAR-based navigation
Neato’s newest robotic vacuum, the Neato D10, uses LIDAR-based mapping technology and a HEPA filter.
Engadget giveaway: Win a Molekule air purifier!
Breathing is a pretty important aspect of life and when poor air quality or allergens get in the way, it can make for a miserable time. Molekule has a new tool in the battle against air pollutants with its PECO-based air purifier. The Photo Electrochemical Oxidation (PECO) process breaks down particles using light and helps eliminate pollutants 1000x smaller than those captured by standard HEPA filter devices. The Molekule handles allergens, mold, bacteria, viruses and airborne chemicals, which all get eliminated rather than stored in a filter, providing you with a clean air environment in rooms up to 600 square feet. This week, Molekule has given us one if its silver pylons of purity for one lucky reader, so they can breathe easier even in the midst of allergy season. All you need to do is head to the Rafflecopter widget below for up to three chances at winning this Molekule air purification system. Winner: Congratulations to Sreejesh U. of Hoboken, NJ -- TBC
Dyson's updated air purifiers remove more harmful gases
It's been a little over a year since Dyson launched its first connected air purifier, the Pure Cool Link, and to celebrate this occasion, the company is about to update its entire line of air purifiers with improvements aimed at the Chinese market. Well, what's going to be different is really just the replaceable cylindrical glass HEPA filter: the new version's inner layer will pack three times more specially treated graphite crystals than before, which helps remove more gaseous pollutants (and odors) in addition to the usual particulates as small as PM 0.1.
Tesla puts its extreme air pollution filter to the test
When Tesla revealed that the Model X (and eventually, the Model S) would have a HEPA filter so effective that it could protect against bioweapons, people were understandably skeptical. Can it really save you from terrorists? Apparently, it just might. Tesla has revealed some of the in-house testing it conducted for the filter's Bioweapon Defense Mode, and its ability to clean the air borders on overkill. The electric car maker put a Model X into a bubble with extremely dangerous air quality levels (83 times dirtier than the EPA's "good" rating) and watched as the filtration system rendered the air so clean that sensors couldn't even detect what pollution was left. You could drive through a "military grade" attack and not even notice, Tesla claims.
Tesla's Model S gets a fresh look and faster charging
While Tesla's upcoming Model 3 has dominated headlines in recent weeks, the company isn't neglecting the vehicle that has helped make an affordable option possible: the Model S. Addressing rumors that the luxury electric sedan would soon get a welcome revamp, Tesla confirmed today that the car now boasts a new front fascia and headlights, as well as a few other upgrades.
ICYMI: Giant air purifier, true invisibility cloak and more
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Honeywell's Bluetooth air purifier gets pollen alerts from your smartphone
Your air conditioner may already be connected to the web, but what about that lowly air purifier gallantly battling dust in the corner? If a completely connected home is on the docket, prep your 270 bucks and get ready for an upgrade. Honeywell's latest air purifier includes integrated Bluetooth, letting you use your Android or iOS smartphone to turn the device on when you enter the room, control cleaning levels, set a schedule and track when it's time to swap out the HEPA filter. But it takes automation even further, pulling pollen and mold alerts from the web via your smartphone and adjusting fan levels automatically. The HPA250B, which can accommodate rooms of up to 310 square feet, is available from Best Buy for $269.99.
Swizz Style's Henry hammers out dust, purifies air
If you've already got one too many vacuums roaming around autonomously, but are still looking for a way to eliminate the dust, pollen, and other nasal-clogging particles that manage to invade your domicile each spring, Swizz Style is hoping its main man can help you out. Simply dubbed Henry, this artsy air purifier handles all the expected duties of your average oxygen cleaning apparatus, taking care of bacteria, odors, and dust while holding the noise down to a respectable level. Furthermore, you can snag this useful decoration in black or white to match your design scheme, and the automatic shut off prevents unnecessary power usage once things are all cleared up. Of course, Swizz Style isn't handing over the pricing information just yet, so we'd recommend contacting the outfit directly if you're absolutely convinced these things actually work.[Via CoolHunting]
LG Kompressor compresses dust, improves sucking action
Nah, LG's latest household gizmo won't run laps around Fido, order its own replacement parts, or replace hordes of human janitors, but the aptly-named Kompressor will do a number to those nasty dust particles that get all stirred up when facing a vacuum. Essentially, the cleaner sucks up dirt and debris as any normal vacuum would, but rather than emitting dusty byproducts whilst handling its duties, this rendition actually compresses the dirt into blocks, which not only decreases the frequency in which you'll be unloading it, but also helps to cut down on those allergic reactions. Furthermore, you'll find a washable HEPA filter and an "electronic controller of power" right on the handle, which will hopefully prevent those awkward moments when trying to find the "off" switch with your foot. Potentially most encouraging, however, is the fairly reasonable pricetag, as you'll end up paying quite a bit less (€299; $398) than a souped-up Dyson when this lands next month.[Via Coolest-Gadgets]
