We’re finally getting our first spritz of warmer weather, and if you’re already feeling the heat, Dyson is launching its first handheld fan just in time for the summer.
Handheld fans were absolutely everywhere last year, and it doesn’t look like the trend is slowing down anytime soon. King of air treatment Dyson has launched the hushjet mini cool, a handheld fan that can be worn around your neck or placed on a desk.
Boasting multiple airflow settings, quiet performance and up to six hours of battery life, the hushjet mini cool launches in May for £99. It follows in the footsteps of similar brands such as Shark, which recently introduced the three-in-one chillpill handheld fan complete with a cooling plate and fine-mist spray. Here’s everything you need to know about Dyson’s new cooling device.
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Dyson hushjet mini cool handheld fan
Like many handheld fans, Dyson’s hushjet mini cool can be used in various orientations. You can use it on the go, prop it up on your desk or wear it around your neck using the included dock. It’s also fairly light at just 212g.
Dyson says it delivers airflow speeds of up to 25m/s, powered by a high-speed motor that spins at up to 65,000rpm. That should translate to a pretty strong blast of air, with five airflow settings plus a boost mode for when you need a quick hit of cooling.
The brand has also paid a great deal of attention to better-targeting airflow, saying its hushjet projection system is designed to direct air more efficiently rather than just blowing it around.
One thing I’ve always hated about handheld fans is that they can sound like you’re sitting next to a jet engine. Dyson has worked on dampening the sound with the hushjet nozzle to reduce turbulence and cut down on that high-pitched whirring. Noise levels sit at around 52dBA on the lowest setting, getting as loud as 72dBA in boost mode.
Battery life is rated at up to six hours, and it charges via USB-C in around three hours. It comes in three classic Dyson finishes, including ink/cobalt, carnelian/sky and stone/blush, and includes a neck dock, charging stand, travel pouch and USB-C cable in the box.
You can also buy a universal mount for attaching it to objects like prams and a grip clip for bags or clothing. The hushjet mini cool will go on sale in May for £99. Keep your eyes peeled for my full in-depth review coming soon.
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