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Dyson’s new high-tech hairdryer is for the pros
Dyson’s new Supersonic r will have RFID attachments. | Image: Dyson
Dyson first launched its Supersonic hairdryer in 2016‚ but the high-tech hairdryer hasn’t really changed much since then — until now. Just in time for New York Fashion Week‚ Dyson is announcing the Supersonic r‚ an upgraded $569.99 hairdryer for professional stylists.
Right away‚ you can tell the Supersonic r is‚ well‚ r-shaped. Steve Williamson‚ Dyson’s hair care category manager‚ says that’s to accommodate the different ways pros use hairdryers compared to how you or I might use one. In short‚ the Supersonic r had to be lighter and more maneuverable. Compared to the original Supersonic‚ the r is 30 percent smaller and 20 percent lighter‚ weighing 325g or 11oz.
“If you’re using it at home‚ maybe you do a half-hour blow dry session....
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