Xiaomi’s first self-made central air conditioner is coming and this is why it matters

Xiaomi now builds its own home appliances, starting with a self-produced central air conditioner.The factory uses ...
Southeast Missourian

Air conditioning made its debut 100 years ago this summer

MELVILLE, N.Y. -- The Newsday headline screamed, in block capital letters, "No Heat Relief in Sight for 48 Hrs." A front-page photo showed shirtless men sleeping on the beach. The story said thousands ...
The New York Times

With Air Conditioners, Bigger Could Actually Be Worse

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The Washington Post

How to build an AC that will get the world through hotter summers

To combat stickier weather, air conditioners need to go from cooling machines to humidity gulpers. THANE, India — In this tropical city, where humidity levels oscillate between muggy and oppressive ...
CNN

The best portable air conditioner in 2025, tried and tested

The best portable air conditioner might just help you survive the coming summer months, especially if you have an antiquated unit and no way of installing a newer wall or window air conditioner. With ...
Kiplinger

Fans vs Air Conditioners: Which Is the Cheaper Way to Cool Off?

When it comes to fans vs air conditioners, what is your best bet? Fans are cheaper than air conditioners but significantly less effective when the temperature and humidity soar. Staying cool will be a ...