Dyson Enters Humidifier Market, Says Other Humidifiers Make You Sick

Dyson thinks your humidifier is gross.

You might use in a humidifier, especially in the colder months, to help with dry skin, nosebleeds and other winter ailments. But these machines don't treat the water they disperse into the room. So Dyson thinks they can act as a sort of germ cannon that could actually contribute to cold- or flu-like symptoms, rather than preventing them.

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To stop that, the British company — better known for its vacuum cleaners and hand dryers — has engineered its own device, simply called the Dyson humidifier. This one cleans the water it uses before hydrating the air. Read more...

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