People may now straighten hair without worrying about heat damage. Dyson has launched the new Dyson Airstrait hair straightener, ushering a new era in hair straightening. As the product name suggests, this innovative tool introduces a new way to straighten hair using just air.

The Airstrait has a simple wet-to-dry straightening process. Airflow is accelerated through the two arms’ 1.5mm openings, creating a high-velocity downward blade of air at a specific angle. This creates a controlled downward force to straighten hair simultaneously as it dries.

With the tool, stylers can achieve a naturally straight and shiny finish that maintains the hair’s strength and healthy look. The Airstrait also speeds the process up by about 25%. What’s best is there is no heat damage, unlike traditional straighteners.

Designed for multiple hair types

The Airstrait runs on a specifically-engineered Hyperdymium motor, a 13-blade impeller that spins up to 106,000rpm and generates 3.5kPa of pressure. Like Dyson’s hair care range, the Airstrait features intelligent heat control that measures the airflow’s temperature to ensure there is no damage.

Users may switch between two styling modes: Wet and Dry. The Wet and Dry modes are pre-set with specific heat and airflow combinations for the best results. A Cool mode is also available to set the style. Moreover, the airflow control has two speed settings, low and high. Drying, meanwhile, can be set to cold shot or root drying.

The science

Dyson has constantly invested a lot financially in research and technology development to craft innovative products in its specific industry. In creating the Airstrait, Dyson engineers studied every detail, from airflow dynamics to hair structure. They also considered thermal, mechanical, and chemical damage and their effects to hair health.

In the end, the Airstrait works based on one key principle. In styling hair to a new shape, hydrogen bonds from each hair strand are broken down. Traditionally, this is done through heat or moisture. But Dyson came up with a tool that just lets water weaken the hydrogen bonds, and then style hair with the optimum level of heat and controlled airflow.

Price, availability

The Dyson Airstrait is available starting April 16 in two colorways: Bright Nickel/Rich Copper and Prussian Blue/Rich Copper. It is priced at PhP 33,900.

Those interested in preordering may already do using this link: Dyson Airstrait

In celebration of Rise of the Ronin’s March 22 release, Kodama Apparel and PlayStation Australia have collaborated to release authentic game-inspired kimono jackets.

The jacket is designed by Japanese-Aussie fashion designer Natsuko Kondo. Kodama Apparel is a Melbourne-based Japanese clothing brand that specializes in styles that blend contemporary street fashion and traditional elements.

The Rise of the Ronin jacket is crafted from eco-friendly hemp and organic cotton. It features the game’s title print on the left chest. There is also an embroidered logo and a silhouette print of the masterless warrior at the back. Furthermore, there is an inner chest pocket.

It looks like Kodama Apparel will announce the pricing and availability in the next few days, but the company’s kimonos are priced starting at AU$ 349 to give you an idea.

Rise of the Ronin

Team Ninja’s PlayStation 5-exclusive title releases on March 22. The action RPG allows players to build custom characters, master combat basics, and then explore the game’s open world.

Here, the players will improve on four major skills, collect weapons, and level up as they keep progressing further. For more information, here’s GadgetMatch’s review: Rise of the Ronin has a blade that cuts deep

Blue light is one of the biggest detriments to a good night’s rest today. However, it’s almost impossible to skip starting at a screen during the day and before bed. If you want to protect your eyes from the effect of prolonged blue light exposure, GUNNAR has you (and your eyes) covered. Plus, if you’re a fan of the Assassin’s Creed franchise, the brand has the perfect pair of glasses for you.

GUNNAR is known for releasing an extensive lineup of eyewear built to protect against the effects of blue light. Now, the brand offers tie-ups with different franchises in pop culture. The Intercept Assassin’s Creed: Mirage Edition is just the latest in a long string of options you can choose from.

Covert and overt design

In essence, the new edition is identical to the regular Intercept glasses. If you’re used to the Intercept, you should have no problem with the Assassin’s Creed Edition. The Intercept is one of the brand’s classic styles: large, squarish lens with a minimalistic keyhole bridge. The style should fit well and comfortably with most face shapes. I had no problems with wearing the glasses for prolonged periods of time.

Now, for design, the Intercept Assassin’s Creed: Mirage Edition balances well between overt and covert. On the outside, the black frame comes with a simple geometric pattern reminiscent of the Middle Eastern design found in 9th-century Baghdad, the game’s setting. It also has the Assassin’s Creed logo on both hinges.

Meanwhile, on the inside, the frame is a more overt orange. On the right, it has an emblem of an eagle. And, on the left, it has the usual Intercept logo beside the logo for Mirage.

Fight against blue light

For blue light protection, the special edition only comes with a single option: Amber, GUNNAR’s default. If you need clearer or more protective glasses, you’ll need to go for other styles. But if you’re really obsessed with the Assassin’s Creed tie-up, the prescription variant offers much more lens variety, albeit for a significantly higher price tag.

As for use, the glasses do a good job filtering out blue light when you’re starting at a screen. Whether you’re in a sunlit environment or gaming in the dark, you won’t have to worry about blue light seeping in.

The lens also comes with GUNNAR-Focus. It is slightly tweaked at 0.2 for sharper vision at closer ranges. If you don’t need a prescription, the change isn’t that apparent. It does, however, feel easier to read white text on a dark background, partly thanks to the contrast created by the yellow tint.

Durable against most

For durability, the glasses feel durable enough to withstand a few dings. GUNNAR also promises that the lens are treated to protect against reflections, smudges, and water marks. To help with cleaning, the package comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth and pouch.

Unfortunately, the lens aren’t as durable against scratches. If you don’t handle them well, they are prone to scratches. Thankfully, the pair comes with a hard case if you need to travel with them.

Price and availability

The Intercept Assassin’s Creed: Mirage Edition is out now. It retails for US$ 84.99.

For this caliber, the glasses are only a small notch above the regular Intercept. It’s still a fairly good price if you’re looking for protection against blue light while adding a bit of flair to your eyewear.