I wasn't exactly sure what I was expecting here, but for this price, I didn't set my expectations too high, and this little champ wound up exceeding those expectations, so it merits five stars, for being just what it says, and even a bit more!
I didn't expect a strong wind -- it doesn't provide one. I didn't expect the flexible stem to be too great -- it isn't.
I DID expect it to be quiet, and it absolutely IS. In fact, it's noiseless, completely, so it exceeded my expectations there!
I DID expect it to work on any power source, namely portable battery/charging devices that can charge USB items, and it DOES. Only drawback there is it seems to be backwards somehow on such devices, meaning, how a battery charger would seem to have a "front" to it, like where a power level indicator display or power button is found, for example, the direction of air flow is opposite to that -- not really a problem, except on chargers where having to put the charger face down, the wrong way, means it doesn't sit flat. I've solved that by standing such chargers vertically, so a flat side can be found, to be used, and, instead of bending the stem of the fan (which is fairly loose anyway) I then just keep the fan standing straight. It is very stable, and doesn't blow hard enough to knock itself over.
Uses? Well, now that summer is here, I actually am using it, at times, as an added cooling aid for my laptop, but it also does push enough of a small volume of air that it can be felt a few feet away, so, like in my office, since my air con is across the room, it helps circulate cool air toward me while I'm working, and I really like that it does so in absolute silence, and I like that, using a charging device as a power source, I can put it where I want.
I've hit my hand a few times on the exposed blades, and it's always a shock, of course, just the reaction. It doesn't hurt or even sting, at all, but it's just the unexpectedness of it, so I've learned to place it out of the way when using it, to avoid that self-created annoyance.
I really like that it can connect to a portable power source -- I have a few back up chargers that I really rarely use, and it's actually good to be able to use them for something now, and the power drain is very slight, meaning the fan will run for hours and hours, and I don't have to take up a needed USB port on my laptop or data hub, plus, as mentioned earlier, I can put the fan wherever I want it.
The flexible stem will hold somewhat of flex, if you get it just right, so, as I say, I was able to use it to help cool my laptop, using a flat charger I have and bending the stem upwards to just over a 90 degree angle, to aim the airflow at the computer. Worked great.
Right now I am using it at my desk, on this hot day, just to help move air around and cool me down somewhat.
I was going to get the one with the data hub, but it was sold out, and this one was less money anyway, and I'm glad I got this one, since it is so portable, in use with a charger. It's a go anywhere fan, and, while it doesn't blast a huge breeze, it is a noticeable air flow that is pleasant, so, like I say in my title, it's not a windstorm, but it is what it is, and is exactly as described.
So, if you're looking for a small air circulation/cooling fan, that is noiseless and totally portable through the use of a charging device, this is definitely the fan you want! Compared to units that are desktop/USB plug in fans, that run more like twenty or even thirty bucks, this one, for eight dollars, performs just as well, and has the added benefits of no noise and extreme portability.
All in all, knowing what to expect, and not thinking it should be something it's not, I have zero complaints and am very pleased with this purchase, a very low cost fan I can have anywhere, so it sure gets five stars from me!
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
| Brand | ARCTIC |
|---|---|
| Color | White |
| Electric fan design | Table Fan |
| Power Source | USB |
| Style | Breeze Mobile |
| Product Dimensions | 0.9"D x 3.8"W x 8.1"H |
| Room Type | Office |
| Special Feature | Flexible Neck |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Office, Home |
| Wattage | 5 watts |
| Finish Type | Painted |
| Blade Length | 92 Millimeters |
| Collection Name | Desk,Home,Office,Summer |
| Switch Type | Push Button |
| Item Weight | 65 Grams |
| Included Components | Breeze Mobile |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Model Name | ABACOBZG0001000 |
| Specification Met | No |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Blade Material | Plastic |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Efficiency | High |
| Is Cordless? | No |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Main Power Connector Type | USB |
| Manufacturer | ARCTIC |
| UPC | 872767003439 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00872767003439 |
| Size | 92 mm Fan |
| Item model number | ABACO-BZG00-01000 |
| Item Weight | 2.29 ounces |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.8 x 0.9 x 8.1 inches |
| ASIN | B003XN24GY |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | March 27, 2011 |
