USB Fan Resembles Design from Apple Computers

Billy Idol’s Hot in the City is the tune that comes to mind whenever talking about USB gadgets designed to keep you cool.

With summer coming into full swing, it’s a good time to mention a USB fan. While browsing Amazon, this Aikoper product caught our attention. At first glance, it honestly looked like something designed by Apple. The aluminum base, sleek black body, and cool gray vents gave it that unmistakable Apple-like aesthetic. Turns out, it’s not an Apple product at all.

This USB fan includes several features we think most people will appreciate.

There is no physical on/off switch. Instead, the fan is controlled by touching the aluminum base, which feels very Apple-esque. A single tap activates low-speed mode, a double tap switches to high speed, and a third tap turns the fan off. The touch-sensitive base includes four rubber pads to prevent vibration during operation.

The fan itself uses a dual-blade design. There are four blades toward the front of the shell and another four blades toward the rear. This configuration is intended to reduce operating noise while maintaining airflow.

The black shell is convex in shape, designed to pull air downward into the system rather than upward. While the pitch angle is limited, this airflow approach may reduce the amount of dust and debris drawn into the fan. The curved shell rests on the aluminum base and allows for slight tilt adjustments to aim airflow higher or lower during use.

The product measures 5.6 × 3.9 × 4.9 inches and sells for $16.99 USD on Amazon at the time of this post.

The Amazon listing shows over 1,600 ratings, with 61% rated five stars and 13% rated four stars. The remainder appears to come from more critical reviewers. To give a sense of real-world feedback, here are a few testimonials from the listing:

Cliff:

“Great fan! I bought this for my desk at the office and was pleasantly surprised by the quality. It’s quiet, powerful, and exactly what I needed. Cool design too!

The two-speed settings are great, and I like that there are no buttons on the device. The base is touch-sensitive and acts as the on/off switch.

I would recommend it to anyone considering a purchase.”

Thinkaholic:

“Just opened this and plugged it into a USB extension from my PC. As stated, it does not plug into a wall outlet. It’s smaller than I expected, but it looks great. Modern, sleek, and very quiet.

I have it aimed at my face from about 18 inches away. I can feel the airflow without it being overpowering. The tilt range is sufficient, and the touch controls are a great feature for something so inexpensive. Overall, thumbs up.”

Art:

“Surprisingly strong for a USB-powered fan. It has two speeds, low and high. It’s extremely quiet on low and only slightly louder on high, but not bothersome.

One thing to note: it’s small—about the size of a tin can laid on its side. The touch base works well. If it turns on while moving it, just unplug it or avoid touching the base. I bought this for work and am considering another for my home office. Recommended.”

For balance, here is a two-star review from C Boston:

“Let me start by saying the fan works as advertised and moves air well. I love it—except for one issue. The touch-sensitive base doesn’t always respond. If your fingers are dry, a light touch sometimes doesn’t register, and you may need to press harder.”

The USB fan is available with Amazon Prime shipping. I’ve ordered one myself and will follow up with a hands-on review once it arrives.