It’s scorching hot out there, and if you’re struggling to survive the unbearable 32C temperatures, some icy relief has arrived. Launching as the UK experiences a blistering heatwave, Sony’s all-new wearable air conditioner is here to save us from melting this summer.
Last year, Sony launched the reon pocket pro, a wearable air conditioner that sat at the base of your neck underneath your shirt to cool your entire body down, rather than merely blowing air at you like a handheld fan. It instantly became my favourite summer gadget, keeping me cool throughout the sticky, sweaty months.
The company has now launched a follow-up: the Sony reon pocket pro plus. The all-new personal cooling device promises to run 2C cooler than the previous model, fit more securely and work with high-collar clothes. I’ve been testing it on a hot trip to Tokyo as well as in the UK’s latest heatwave to see if it could keep me cool.
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