Haier's new Apple MFi-certified smart air conditioner is quite the head-turner (pictures)
We take a look at Haier's futuristic connected air conditioner at CES 2014.
Colin McDonald
Essentially born with a camera in hand, Colin West McDonald has been passionately creating video all his life. A native of Columbus, Ohio, Colin founded his own production company, Stoker Motion Pictures, and recently wrote and directed his first feature film. Colin handled photography and video production for CNET's Appliance Reviews team.
At CES 2014, Haier introduced the Tianzun smart air conditioner.
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They're about 5 feet tall and come in a variety of colors.
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The unconventional design is something out of a Dr. Seuss book.
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The air swirls around and is pushed out of the center of the circle.
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This Haier AC unit is the first connected device to meet Apple's MFi standards, which certify third party products for design, quality, and iOS compatibility.
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The color of the ring changes depending on the conditioning cycle.
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No need for passwords or registraiton, this unit automatically links up to other Apple devices over Wi-Fi.
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A little sleeker than a giant box hanging from your window.
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The display shines from beneath the plastic facade.
