Anna Gora

1 week ago | livescience.com | Anna Gora

Most air purifiers use fans and one or more filters to suck in the air, capture airborne pollutants and blow clean air back out into the room. There are many reasons why this design is so common — for example, it allows for the purifying of large volumes of air in a relatively short time, and it removes a wide range of airborne contaminants, from large particulates like dust and pet hair to pollen, pet dander and other minuscule allergens. This tried-and-tested method has some caveats, though.

3 weeks ago | livescience.com | Anna Gora

The SwitchBot Air Purifier Table is not your typical air purifier — and not just because it doubles as a bedside or coffee table. This quirky appliance features a wireless phone charging station, a fragrance diffuser and an ambient light in a dazzling array of colors, plus it can be connected to a wide range of smart home apps. It is more of a multi-purpose appliance than an air purifier. That is not to say these additional features take precedence over air cleaning — quite the opposite.

3 weeks ago | livescience.com | Anna Gora

We all have a vague idea of what the ideal air purifier should be like. First and foremost, it should quickly and efficiently get rid of a wide range of airborne pollutants, from large dust particles to minuscule bacteria and viruses. It should be immensely powerful, but also ultra-compact and whisper-quiet. Functional, yet affordable. And, ideally, beautifully designed. The problem is, the ideal air purifier simply does not exist. As with anything else in this world, something has to give.

3 weeks ago | livescience.com | Anna Gora

The number on the scale does not tell the whole story. Your body weight does not account for your body fat, muscle mass and bone density, and will not tell how much of it is due to water retention or digested food. To put it into perspective, two identical twins can weigh exactly the same, but based on body weight alone, one can be considered athletic and the other classified as obese. This is the key issue smart scales are trying to solve.

3 weeks ago | livescience.com | Anna Gora

If you type "air purifier" in Amazon's search bar, chances are you will see the Morento MR5866 Smart Air Purifier as one of your top choices. This unassuming appliance has gathered hundreds of positive reviews and it is often on sale, at times costing as little as $79.99. It sounds like a great budget-friendly alternative to some of the best air purifiers — but does the Morento MR5866 offer good value for money? Its specifications are impressive for the price.