Shark’s ChillPill Fan Cools Skin Like an Ice Pack
▼ Summary
– The Shark ChillPill is a new personal cooling device that functions as a fan, includes a misting accessory, and features a unique metal cooling plate for direct skin contact.
– Its twisting design allows it to be propped up as a hands-free desk fan, and it offers 10 adjustable fan speeds with a battery life ranging from 1.5 to 11 hours.
– The device is available for $149.99, initially exclusive to Amazon before expanding to Shark’s store and other retailers on March 11th in several color options.
– An optional mister accessory provides a cooling spray but has a small reservoir, offering about 10 minutes of continuous mist or longer with interval settings.
– The included metal cooling plate can lower skin temperature by up to 16°F in seconds and lasts as long as the device’s battery, unlike a traditional ice pack.
The Shark ChillPill is a new personal cooling device that takes a multi-pronged approach to beating the heat, moving beyond simple fan technology. Unlike many wearable gadgets that only rely on airflow, this innovative device incorporates a metal cooling plate for direct skin contact and a unique twisting design for versatile use. It aims to provide immediate, portable relief whether you’re at a desk, on the move, or just need a quick cooldown.
Available now for $149.99 exclusively on Amazon, the ChillPill will expand to Shark’s own online store and other retailers starting March 11th. Shoppers can choose from a variety of color options including carbon, dragonfruit, glacier, haze, iced latte, matcha, and rose gold. At its core, the device is a battery-powered fan featuring 10 adjustable speed settings, with the highest capable of moving air at 25 feet per second. Battery life varies significantly with usage; you can expect up to 11 hours on the lowest setting, but that drops to roughly an hour and a half when running at full power.
The standout feature is its flexible, twisting body, which allows it to fold into a built-in stand. This lets you position it as a hands-free desk fan without needing any additional accessories. For active use, optional add-ons include a clamp for attaching the unit to bikes or strollers, plus cross-body and wrist straps for easy carrying.
Two key accessories come bundled with the ChillPill. The first is a mister attachment that adds a fine spray of water to the airflow, enhancing the cooling effect on both the skin and the surrounding air. Its integrated water reservoir is compact, offering about 10 minutes of continuous mist before a refill is needed. An interval misting mode is available to extend the accessory’s usable time between refills. The second, and perhaps most innovative, accessory is a “cryo-inspired” metal cooling plate. Designed to be pressed directly against the skin, it functions like a long-lasting ice pack. SharkNinja claims this plate can lower skin temperature by as much as 16 degrees Fahrenheit in mere seconds, with the cooling effect persisting for as long as the fan’s battery has charge.
(Source: The Verge)
