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As is the case for many people, my home cannot be retrofitted with central air. My 100-plus-year-old Brooklyn apartment, which features prominently in my seven years of air quality reporting for WIRED ...

Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your account’s ‘Saved for Later’ section. The term “portable air conditioner” is a bit of a misnomer. These things may come mounted on rolling ...

Sure, a quiet air conditioner is nice during the day, but it’s essential at night when you’re trying to sleep. That’s why, in addition to testing how well air conditioners cool a room, we also rate ...

In the South, proper air conditioning is a must-have in order to survive the relentless summer months. Central air is a luxury most take for granted (myself included), and if you live in an older home ...

Walmart’s summer deals aren’t cooling off, but the big markdown on this window air conditioner is sure to keep you cool and comfortable. The Ktaxon 12,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner is on sale for ...

If you don’t have central air and are in the market for an air conditioner, you’ve probably been debating which style would work best for your home or apartment. While both portable and window air ...