The biggest drawbacks of window air conditioners are their noise level, rather unsafe installation, and the fact that you can’t open that window for fresh air again until the unit is removed.

Midea's brilliantly designed U-shaped Air Conditioner is a fantastic way to cool a home without central air — provided you can survive the installation process. In early July, I purchased my first ...

Find out why Midea PortaSplit is on TIME's list of 2025's best inventions.

The Midea 8,000BTU U-shaped Air Conditioner ($339) is a Wi-Fi-enabled smart air conditioner with a unique design that helps make it one of the quietest window units we’ve tested. It's easy to install ...

As we head into what the National Weather Service predicts to be a record-hot summer, room air conditioners are not only desired but a potential lifesaver. Unfortunately, even the quietest window AC ...

Installers often face various challenges in their line of work. One of the most common issues is the excessive height occupied by ordinary duct indoor units, which significantly reduces the activity ...

I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print ...