Keeping you cool
How to stay cool during this dry spell? Balqis Lim lists eight gadgets to help you beat the heat
PERSONAL AIR COOLER
WHAT’S better than an air cooler? One that lets out purified air. EvaLIGHT is a small portable USB-powered air cooler/conditioner creates a natural cooling effect wherever you need it: on your desktop at work, near your bed, in the garage or caravan. The temperature drop might be as high as 15C. The outcoming air is also humidified and purified and is perfect for your breathing. Additionally, you can match any interior by using its set of built-in LED lights. Price: US$145 at Amazon.com
DESSERT ANYTIME
WHO can ever resist ice-cream on a hot day right? The fully automatic Cuisinart Pure Indulgence makes 2 quarts of your favourite frozen desserts or drinks in as little as 25 minutes. It’s easy to use as the integrated motor, double-insulated freezer bowl, and automatic mixing paddle will do all the work. Price: US$89.94 at Amazon.com
VEST FOR DOG
DON’T forget about your furry friend. The Sgoda vest efficiently cools dogs through evaporative cooling and shade even if the temperature rises throughout the day. Its three-layer cooling fabric disperses heat from the dog’s core. Just soak it in cold water, wring it out, and put the cooling vest on your dog for a day of comfort. It is also UV protective which can prevent the strong sunlight from hot summer and protect dog from sunburn. Price: US$39.85 at Amazon.com
NO SWEAT
SWEATS run on your forehead and on your back. These are uncomfortable to feel. Change sweltering hot summer car drives to a comfortable cool ride with the Zone Tech Cooling Car Seat Cushion. Simply plug it into your cigarette lighter adapter and a fan will circulate the cool and refreshing air to your back legs and thighs. Adjust the dial from high to medium to low according to your personal preferences. Price: US$40.99 at Amazon.com
CONNECTED HYDRATION
ACHIEVE your hydration goals with the 24oz Thermos Connected Hydration Bottle. This bottle with smart lid is used with the Thermos Smart Lid app to measure your liquid intake while also providing you with a live time reading of the temperature of your beverage. This bottle also works with Fitbit. By connecting your Fitbit account with the app, your profile information links for easy set up and then you can instantly see your hydration stats sync each time a bottle of water is finished. Price: US$40.21 at Amazon.com
COOL JACKET
IF your job requires you to be out in the sun most of the time, the Makita Fan Jacket can help you to stay cool. The Fan Jacket has a power source that uses compact lithium-ion batteries that powers air circulation inside the jacket for up to 12 hours of run time on the high setting. It has three airflow modes plus turbo mode so you can adjust the air flow to the work conditions. The knitted cuffs and waist provide a better fit to help keep the air circulating inside the jacket. Price: From US$89.99 at Amazon. com
SLEEP IN COMFORT
BEDJET cooling is a great relief for stuffy bedrooms, hot sleepers, night sweats and hot flashes. Cooling mode power ventilates your bed, using room temperature air to wick out body heat and body moisture nearly instantly, said to be felt within 10 seconds. It has a free Bluetooth App for control from your iPhone, iPad or Android device. The features include auto-shutoff timers, wake up alarm, biorhythm sleep cycle settings and custom temperature settings. Price: US$349 at Amazon.com
FUN IN THE SUN
MADE for fun and built to last, the Coolest is like an overeager dog begging you to get outside. From backyard to beach, from lake to a tailgate, the Coolest turns good times into great memories with family and friends. Not just a cooler, the Coolest cooler comes with a splashproof, removable, outdoor speaker, a USB port that allows you to charge your devices, and an ice-crushing blender. It is also equipped with picnic party essentials — four plates, ceramic knife and a corkscrew. Price: US$399.99 at Coolest.com