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Andrea Purifier Clears the Air with Houseplants

Last seen as an Invention Award-winning prototype in 2008, the Andrea air purifier hits shelves this October

Think that newly installed carpet is clean? Think again: potentially dangerous compounds are used in the production of carpet, paint, and upholstery -- and any ol' air purifier won't be able to catch 'em. The Andrea air purifier from Le Laboratoire does more than your run-of-the-mill number, which only grab allergens like dust and pollen, by using plants to remove chemicals like benzene and formaldehyde.

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Birth of a Dream


Get ready to fly in style. The first Boeing 787 Dreamliner finished
assembly Tuesday night in Everett, Washington. Local aviation lover
Charles Conklin pulled a James Bond to snap some rare photos, waiting
with camera in hand until the hangar gates opened and revealed the
future of commercial flight.

The Dreamliner makes its official debut
July 8, and could make its first flight later this summer. And though
the interior design does look enticing, we're also excited about the
new air filtration system, which Boeing says will make for a much more
comfortable flight. Arriving at your destination without a
sandpaper-dry throat and a headache sounds like heaven.—Gregory Mone

See more photos here.

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