I bid on one of those USB Air Purifiers on eBay and won it for $11 + $7 shipping. Here’s a quote from the auction description:
This ionizer purifies air, kills bacteria, removes smoke, emi free, improves immunity.
The new technological is brilliant and unique usb plug based ionizer, which by the consistent release of negative ions (more than 2,000,000 per c) via the application of corona discharge purifies and purifies the ambient air around the computer. Easy to use, with a footprint the size of usb flash memory drive, the ionizer eliminates static with no emi. With a low power consuption of less than 0.2w. Utilize the piezoelectronic transfer technology to produce a high negative ion concentration but with a very low ozone content-less than 0.48 ppm. The ionizer will substantly improve the air quality around the computer and its user, purify the air, killing bacteria, improving respiratory function with an increases sense of well being. Really small compact size. Very comfortable and convinient.
Help your healt - use this incredible product to keep your and close ones health and fitness for a long time.
Comes in a colorful attractive box. Makes an excellent gift.
eBay auction for USB air purifier
I received it today (or yesterday, rather, but we didn’t check the mail). Here’s my little review of it. So far, I’m quite impressed. It appears to be reasonably professionally made, and comes in a decent box. It even comes with a sort of instruction booklet with information about it. Although the box uses some awkward English, it’s not any worse than any other “Made in China” (or in this case, it appears it might be Hong Kong) products.
The package includes a USB extension cable (nice!), a brush for cleaning the filter, and the device itself. It’s got to have some credibility considering they pack these accessories with it.
I plugged the USB cable to the back of my Dell computer, connecting the other end to the air purifier. It has a cap on its connector, which I took off. When connected, the purifier has a blue light which illuminates. I’m not sure if this indicates whether the filter needs to be cleaned - the instructions only say “Remove the ionizer when the light goes off.”
The device itself is labeled EPI585 along with a logo consisting of three connected blue circles next to two connected blue circles. It does actually seem to be doing something - if you listen to it, it makes a distinct (but quiet) blowing noise (and I can feel some air blowing out of it). No fans, though - it should be completely electronic.
Anyone have any idea how to test air purifiers? I don’t suppose there’s any easy way to measure dust in the air…
Does it works? If it is I also want one. Never heard of USB air purifier before this.
Cheers,
Ionic Breeze air Purifier
I just love all types of air purifiers. I am always trying to convince my friends and family to get one. However they are always complaining that they are too big and bulky. At last I might have just found the ideal gift for my friends now and no excuses for not using it. These Air Purifiers looks great and all my friends and family have a PC so no more excuses from them. Excellent. Thanks.
does this unit generate ozone? if doesn’t, the unit should look good.
Question for anyone that’s used this: does it reduce the amount of DUST in your work area? I sit in a cubicle which accumulates tons of dust, and want to reduce or eliminate this… is this product for me?
Hello everyone!
Just a few thoughts. The “noise” results for buildup of dust or residue from the electrostatic precipitation process. This is normal, and is proof particulate matter is being collected in the unit. You may not be able to remove it completely with the cleaning brush, but you shouldn’t have to. Ozone is a byproduct of high current, not from a device powered by a laptop’s USB port.
Efficacy of the ESP process or negatively ionized air is debatable. Studies indicate both ways. Positive to absolutely no health effects. I do have a few air cleaners myself. The Wein 2500 (work) and Mini-mate (for travel), Sharper Image Hybrid (fan-based ESP cleaner) and Breeze GP, and 2 Comtech Research high-density ion machines, and a Wein Automate ionizer (for my car).
I personally believe these things do something, evidenced by that fact I haven’t had a cold, flu or allergy attack since I started controlling the air around in summer of 2005. Nor have I had any other ailment, and have even experienced healing with a rotator-cuff injury.
I do believe it is possible for well-meaning manufacturers to overstate claims about what ionization can do. Having said that, I personally believe this technology is beneficial. For sure, this is inexpensive insurance for crowded places where you are running your laptop.