The Shark ChillPill: I’m a Fan of This Fan. This Is Why I’ll Use It All Summer

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CNET’s key takeaways

  • At $150, the Shark ChillPill is expensive, but I think it could be worth it for those who want a device that functions as more than a personal fan.
  • I’m especially impressed with the ChillPill’s dry-touch mister and cooling plate, which can reduce skin temperature by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • I did occasionally experience issues pressing the display to activate the device. I also don’t love that all accessories are sold separately, from $10 to $40.

Back on the elementary school field, I used to get jealous of the kids who had those handheld fans that doubled as water misters. Shark’s new ChillPill personal fan immediately reminded me of those fans, but in a more modern form.

The ChillPill is three-in-one in both what it does and how it can be used.

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