The Pure Cool has a 360-degree filterNot content with vacuums and fans, Dyson is expanding into the realm of air purification with its Pure Cool purifier fan, which was unveiled today. Building on the company's Air Multiplier technology, it's designed to capture ultrafine particles, which are a major component of air pollution. To learn more, Gizmag talked to Dyson engineer Robert Green.According to Green, the Pure Cool is aimed initially at Asian markets, such as China, where air pollution is a major problem. We tend to think of air pollution as being either gases like carbon monoxide, or large, obvious solids, like soot, but it's the microscopic particles suspended in the atmosphere that are among the biggest hazards. That's because ultrafine particles can penetrate the lung's membranes and cause major damage to the cardiopulmonary system.Green admits that the Pure Cool isn't the first air purifier on the market. In fact, purifiers are major sellers in Asia, but he claims that the Dyson purifier is one up because of the technology crossover from the company's other products."

The filtration system in an air purifier is not that dissimilar to the HEPA filters that you'll see in a vacuum cleaner," says Green. "So it was a logical step for us to take that technology from our vacuum cleaner and apply it to our Air Multiplier range to give us this purifier product."The Dyson Pure Cool looks very similar to the company's bladeless fans, but it differs in that it includes a 360-degree glass HEPA filter to trap ultrafine particles. The filter is made of borosilicate microfibers set in a "bird's nest" design with a wrap-around configuration to provide a much larger surface area than previous filters of similar size.Behind this borosilicate filter is an active carbon layer to remove odors, fumes, and vapors and, unlike other systems, this active layer is an integral part of the replaceable filter. Green says that this integrated design is a first and produces a more efficient filter that only needs replacing once every 12 months. He adds that Dyson has made this economically viable thanks to piggybacking on the company's vacuum cleaner manufacturing and supply infrastructure.

In a press release, Dyson says that the Pure Cool removes 99.95 percent of ultrafine particles as small as 0.1 microns and that is was put through a series of tests, including the smoke from 228 cigarettes, and still maintained performance.air cleaners for muscle carsIn addition, the Pure Cool is capable of handling any size room, though larger spaces require longer filtration times. whole house air purifierGreen says that the current unit can filter a 13 sq m (140 sq ft) room in about 25 minutes.air purifier ecoThe Dyson Pure Cool is available in Japan and China and will roll out in other markets later this year. No price has been set yet. Permanent filter is easy to clean, simply rinse in water 3 air cleaning levels, LED touch button control

The HFD-120Q's permanent washable filter is easy to maintain, just rinse to clean. ENERGY STAR Qualified - This product earned the ENERGY STAR by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S EPA. 3 Cleaning levels and oscillation ARB Certified to comply with federal ozone emissions limit AHAM Verified CADR Ratings: 110 for smoke, 100 for dust and 132 for pollen Room Size: 170 sq. ft. Optional odor eliminating replacement filter available 8 How loud is it? This is for a bedroom. 7 what type of air filters do I need to look for when it is time to replace the filters??? I can't find any that fit the model # HFD-120Q... 5 How much area does it clean,and does it clean out cigarette smoke? 3 I asked if this has an ionizer and you said yes, but does it have a control to turn off if you don't want the ionizer on?How about a fan that uses a combination of turbochargers and jet engines? Sounds pretty intriguing right? Fold in air purification and should be all but sold.

But as you probably guessed it: tech like this comes at a cost. And that cost is $500. However, we’re talking about Dyson. The vacuum (and now Dyson air purifier) manufacturer that promises to never lose suction. So how does the companies newest product stack up? Keep reading my the Dyson Pure Cool Link review to find out. Price: $499 on Amazon Available: Late April 2016 Model: Purelink Cool Air Purifier (White: N475 305158-01 or Blue: N475 305159-01) WHY IT’S A TOP PICK: It’s three awesome products in one: air purifier, fan and a VOC meter. At a glance, the Dyson Pure Cool Link air purifier looks like another fan from Dyson. But look a bit closer and you’ll notice that the base is larger, which is where that aforementioned jet engine tech is housed. That and the Glass HEPA filter, which they say removes 99.97% of allergens and pollutants as small as .3 microns. I realize in real world terms the latter doesn’t mean much, but in short, it should be effective at reducing harmful stuff in the air that could or would otherwise be dangerous for you or your family members, especially new borns.

Yes, that’s the world we live in today. Out of the box the Dyson Pure Cool Link comes in two pieces. Assembly takes no tools and just requires the top be aligned with the base and its slots, which snap into place. Included is the familiar Dyson remote, which for safe keeping can be stuck on the top, which magnetically sticks in place. To replace the HEPA filter – which should be good for about 4000 hours of use (or roughly 6 months of use is you run it full time) – you just need remove the top, pull out the filter and stick in a new one. If past experience with air purifiers is any indication, you’ll likely want to vacuum and clean the Pure Link, as dust is sure to build up on the outside. However, that all said, it looks like the filter might not run all the time, despite the Dyson Pure Cool Link being on and the filtering system active, as I’ve been running mine for over 14 days and the app (more on that in a minute) only shows 11hrs 58 mins of use. So if the case is such, it’s likely the included HEPA filter will last well over a year.

But my gut says this is a bug in the app. Good to Know: There is a small door on the base. That contains the VOC (volatile organic compound) sensor. Be careful when cleaning this. During the unboxing you’ll likely notice that the base of the Dyson Pure Cool Link has a blue sticker adhered to it. On that sticker is an SSID and the WiFi password to pair the air purifier with your home’s WiFi such that you can access and control the device with your phone…any where. Much like any IoT, or Internet Connected Device, it can be a bit of a laborious process to connect it to your home’s WiFi and in turn your phone. So be sure to practice patience. Now, that isn’t to say it isn’t a simple process to connect your phone, it just takes a bit of back and forth. Much like a device like this, you’ll need to download the app. Next, you’ll have to hold down the power button until the WiFi symbol blinks on the face of the Pure Cool Link’s base – there is a small LED screen.

After that, you’ll have to connect to the Dyson Pure Cool Link. To do this you simply select it from your phone’s WiFi menu. After that you’ll be prompted to enter the Pure Cool Link’s password. If done correctly you’ll then be prompted to enter your home’s WiFi password, which in turn should pair the two, provided you’re back in the app. And if that is done correctly the app will display a success screen and you’ll be able to control the Dyson Pure Cool Link from your Android or iOS device. Good to Know: To clear the Pure Cool Link’s WiFi settings, just hold the power button for 20 seconds. Within the app, you’ll also be able to review the Pure Cool Link’s current stats, including remaining HEPA filter time (you’ll get a notification when it needs to be replaced), current room air quality (poor, fair, or good), as well as review historical data via a graph since you started running the air purifier. You can also enter in your location, which allows you to not only view your city’s temperature, but its air quality score.

Good to Know: The Dyson Pure Cool Link is only 2.4Ghz compatible. Now, once you’ve paired the Pure Cool Link to your home’s WiFi, anyone with the app should be able to control it. And those controls include the ability to increase fan speed, set a sleep timer, and flip the oscillation feature on and off. You can also set a schedule based on the day of the week, or simply flip the Pure Cool Link to auto mode, which will increase or decrease fan speed depending on the room’s air quality. For those who are sensitive to light, there is a sleep mode, which will not only select the quietest of settings, but turn off the Pure Cool Link’s LED display after 10 seconds of inactivity from a remote. You should be able to control the Dyson Pure Cool Link any where you’ve got an internet connection. On occasion you’ll open the app and see a connection lost screen. Just tap the refresh button and you should connect. That said, when you open the app, you’ll be welcomed with a house.

If green then the air quality is good. The button in the lower left corner accesses the historical data. The button on the right, the remote. When I began using the Dyson Pure Cool Link, it told me my air quality was just Fair. I thought there was no way, as I had an air filter that had been running 24/7. Nevertheless, I flipped on the Pure Cool Link and let it do its thing. For the next 5 days it continued to display “Fair”. So my assumption was that it wasn’t effective. But then the following week something happened. Well, it turned “Green”. Which is to say the air quality went to “good”.  Why did this happen? Probably because I closed my window. You see, the Dyson Pure Cool Link, which is designed to filter a single room’s air, is most effective in a sealed space. And effective it was. Sound wise, the Dyson Pure Cool Link, when at a setting of 3 or less, is almost whisper quiet. Push it higher and things get noticeable louder. And at 8-10 it almost sounds as if there is a suction like noise, probably because the filter is working that much harder.

The motor on the other hand, that oscillates the fan, is whisper quiet, displaying no clicks, humming or whining. If I had to take issue with the Dyson Pure Cool Link is its size. Because its fairly slender it’s not too obtrusive in a space – the base is just 7.7″ in diameter. Moreover, it’s attractive, as far as fans go. But because it’s tall, standing at 40″, it’s hard hide it. But that’s also by design, as the Pure Cool Link is intended to kill two birds with one stone: be a fan and an air purifier. So arguably it’s not the best air purifier on its own, but the best air purifier that also doubles as a fan. Most air purifiers make promises to clean the air, but unless you buy a separate VOC meter you’re none the wiser to their efficacy. Dyson puts their money where their mouth is, and clearly shows you what it can do, day by day, and week to week. This allows you to make an informed decision as where to place the Pure Cool Link, or better yet, if you should get more of them.