Technologies

This Cooling Neck Fan Is Like Having My Own Personal Air Conditioner Everywhere I Go

The Torras Coolify Cyber portable cooler is the ultimate gadget for hot weather and it’s $77 off right now.

At CES 2024, I went hands-on with the then-yet-to-launch Torras Coolify Cyber and I could only imagine how useful it could be in the Delhi summers. Fast-forward to more than a year later and I’ve used the wearable air conditioner more times than I can count. It has become one of my favorite gadgets to beat the heat.

This wearable neck fan normally goes for $300 but right now it’s available for $222 on Amazon — a 26% discount.

The Torras Coolify Cyber is a portable air conditioner worn on the neck. When I first used it, I was impressed by the comfort and air pressure but had doubts about how it would do in the long run and if it would overheat from prolonged use. I’m happy to report that I’ve been positively surprised and would carry it when traveling to hot, humid places.

It features an ergonomic design with a ceramic cooling plate on the part that touches your neck. It’s immensely useful alongside the fan vents on hot days. The device didn’t feel uncomfortable to wear. I could have it on for at least an hour at a stretch. You can also press and hold a button on the collar to switch to warm air for cold-weather conditions. You can choose from three fan settings for airflow and three temperature modes — heat, fan and cool — for the kind of air you need. It’s an all-year gadget.

Portable, comfortable and easy to use

I live in Delhi, where the temperature can cross 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit). In that heat, when you’re indoors, your only relief is an air conditioner but when I’m outside, the Torras Coolify Cyber is my go-to gadget. I could forget my phone but not this portable air conditioner. It can get sweaty and uncomfortable when you’re active under the sun but the constant cold airflow makes it manageable.

The Torras wearable AC is a must-have for anyone who gets uncomfortable with the weather outside and needs some relief from the ambient air. And with this limited-time deal bringing the price down to $222, now’s a good time to give it a try.

Technologies

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Saturday, Aug. 2

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Aug. 2.

Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? Click here for today’s Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.

The Mini Crossword today sure covers a lot of ground! We’ve got tech, math, perfume and history on tap. My favorite clue is the punny 8-Down. I’ll try that one out the next time I’m at an art museum. Keep reading for an assist with today’s Mini Crossword. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.

The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times’ games collection. If you’re looking for today’s Wordle, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands answers, you can visit CNET’s NYT puzzle hints page.

Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini Crossword

Let’s get to those Mini Crossword clues and answers.

Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: TikTok or Tinder
Answer: APP

4A clue: Lawyers’ org.
Answer: ABA

7A clue: Place with Bunsen burners and beakers, in brief
Answer: CHEMLAB

9A clue: Product that can be sampled with a spray on the wrist
Answer: COLOGNE

10A clue: Visibly muscular
Answer: TONED

11A clue: Groceries carrier
Answer: TOTEBAG

13A clue: Self-indulgent «journey»
Answer: EGOTRIP

14A clue: AOL alternative
Answer: MSN

15A clue: Things that phone users might accidentally tap on webpages
Answer: ADS

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Sports org. that now includes schools from Texas and California, strangely enough
Answer: ACC

2D clue: Hobbyists with cameras, informally
Answer: PHOTOGS

3D clue: Big name in exercise bikes
Answer: PELOTON

4D clue: «Solve for x» subject
Answer: ALGEBRA

5D clue: Temporary fix, so to speak
Answer: BANDAID

6D clue: Pres. Lincoln
Answer: ABE

8D clue: «Show me the ___» (punny request at an art museum)
Answer: MONET

11D clue: President pro ___
Answer: TEM

12D clue: Road trip assistance, for short
Answer: GPS

Technologies

Bark Phone Lets You Prioritize Your Children’s Safety and Right Now, You Can Save $30

This customizable phone lets you monitor offline and online activity of your kids, and right now, you can get started for just $9 a month.

It’s only natural for kids to want their own phones these days, but we get why handing over a regular smartphone with full internet access can feel like a hard nope for most parents. Arguing with Gen Alpha about it is losing a battle, so you need something that gives them the freedom they’re asking for in a safe, controlled environment.

The Bark Phone, which looks like a regular phone on the outside, does exactly that. It’s built with safety in mind, and right now, there’s a great back-to-school deal that makes it a bit easier on the wallet. The phone normally retails for $10 per month for 24 months, with plans starting at $29 per month. Currently, using the code CLASS30 at checkout gets you $30 off your first month, which means you’ll only pay $9 plus taxes to get started.

The phone itself is a Samsung Galaxy A16, which comes preloaded with parental controls according to the plan you choose. The starter plan starts at $29 a month and includes unlimited talk and text with no internet access or games — ideal for younger kids. No more stranger danger, since you’re also able to approve or deny every contact.

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Advanced plans let kids gradually access more features while also keeping you in the loop. For instance, children can request any apps in the Google Play Store for you to approve. You are still able to monitor, set limits, and remove previously approved content.

The phone actively scans all data and also looks for social media red flags like adult content, harassment and bullying. If it spots anything suspicious, you’re notified immediately.

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Why this deal matters

Bark Phone offers a great way to let your children access technology while also prioritizing their safety. This deal takes $30 off your first month, which means you can get started for just $9. Note that deals like this are usually short-lived, so if this interests you, hurry while you can.