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News18
4 days ago
- Health
- News18
What Happens After You Die? Woman With Near-Death Experience Says 'It's Nothing Like...'
Nicola Hodges, 32, from Folkestone, Kent, awoke from a coma without near-death visions. Despite health setbacks, she pursued writing People who return from the brink of death often speak of white tunnels, heavenly gates, or reunions with loved ones. But what one British woman experienced has left even doctors and believers puzzled. Nicola Hodges, 32, from Folkestone, Kent, had battled epilepsy for years. She managed her condition with medication, but a sudden change in her prescription triggered a life-threatening reaction. Her blood turned dangerously acidic, forcing doctors to rush her to hospital. Her family was told she might not live through the night. To save her, doctors placed Nicola on round-the-clock dialysis. But she slipped into a coma, her survival chances just 20 percent. When she finally awoke, she carried no tales of angelic visions or pearly gates. 'It wasn't like the stories you hear," she said, adding, 'There was no door to heaven. I couldn't see anything… just a faint warmth and a yellow light." The ordeal left her mind clouded and her memory fractured. Six months later, a seizure caused her to collapse and hit her head, leading to four brain haemorrhages. 'It felt like my head was wrapped in cotton," she recalled, adding that she used to be witty and sharp, but suddenly she couldn't even remember what day it was. Instead of surrendering to despair, Nicola made a list of goals to achieve before turning 40. At the top was an audacious dream: overcome her brain injury and write a book. With an old laptop and a red notebook, she began to piece together her story. 'I told myself I couldn't do it," she said, 'but I decided to try." Completing the first draft felt like 'meeting myself again". When she handed it to her father, Nick, his feedback was brief but transformative, 'Enjoyed it very much. It should be published." Eight months of rejection followed before an independent firm, Morning Mist, signed her not for one, but five books. Now 37, Nicola is preparing to launch her second book this September. She also runs a virtual writing hub, Crazy's Creative Corner, on TikTok, helping writers with disabilities or mental health struggles find their voice. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Haier Kinouchi 1.6 Ton AC Review: Worth spending ₹49,990 on this air conditioner?
In a market flooded with similar-looking appliances, Haier is turning heads with its new Kinouchi air conditioners, a colourful and performance-driven alternative to the conventional white box on the wall. The brand has created a product that not only cools effectively but also elevates the look of modern living spaces. Available in a 1.6 ton capacity with a 5-star energy rating, the AC is priced at ₹49,990. It can be purchased via leading offline retailers and e-commerce platforms across India. AC is said to offer fast cooling, premium design, energy savings, and smart connectivity at a price that is quite competitive within the premium AC segment. Let's take a detailed look at what makes the Haier Kinouchi 1.6 Ton 5-Star AC stand out, and whether it delivers on its promise of combining form, function, and futuristic features. One of the most compelling reasons to consider the Haier Kinouchi AC is its aesthetic appeal. It's India's only colourful limited-edition AC range, available in three carefully curated shades—Black, Morning Mist, and Moonstone Grey. These colours help the unit blend seamlessly into a variety of interiors, from minimalist spaces to more vibrant settings. Unlike traditional ACs that are often an afterthought in home decor, the Kinouchi series is built to complement your environment, becoming an extension of your design choices. Whether you're aiming for a modern monochrome look or a more eclectic palette, there's likely a Kinouchi unit to suit your space. Where performance is concerned, the Kinouchi AC impresses with its Supersonic Cooling technology. This feature claims to provide 20 times faster cooling, with the ability to bring room temperature down significantly in just 10 seconds. For Indian summers, often brutal and unrelenting, this is a welcome feature. While most ACs that are sold in the market take a minute or two before throwing out the cold air, with this new Haier AC, you hardly have to wait for a few seconds. The AC is designed to operate efficiently even in ambient temperatures up to 60°C, making it ideal for cities and regions prone to extreme heat. Whether you're coming home after a long commute or hosting guests during peak summer, the Kinouchi gets your room to a comfortable temperature almost instantly. Another highlight is the unit's ability to deliver a long airflow. In practical terms, this means the cool air reaches every corner of a medium to large-sized room, making it ideal for open-plan spaces, bedrooms, and living areas. The TURBO mode boosts fan speed and compressor performance for rapid, consistent cooling even during sweltering conditions. This uniformity in cooling eliminates hot spots and ensures every part of the room stays at a comfortable temperature. I installed it in a large living room that usually requires a large 2-ton AC but the new Haier Kinouchi AC felt more than enough for the space. Despite its powerful performance, the Kinouchi AC operates remarkably quietly, making it suitable for bedrooms, nurseries, and work-from-home setups. The noise level remains low even during intensive cooling sessions, contributing to a more peaceful and undisturbed environment. While this may seem like a small detail, anyone who's used a noisy air conditioner will know just how valuable a quiet unit can be—especially when trying to sleep or concentrate. Cooling aside, Haier has prioritised indoor air quality with its Frost Self-Clean feature. This technology works by freezing the evaporator coils, trapping dust and bacteria, and then melting the frost away, effectively flushing out unwanted particles. For households with children, pets, or allergy sufferers, this is a key benefit. Regular self-cleaning not only keeps the air cleaner but also reduces the need for manual maintenance, ensuring longer life and consistent performance from the AC unit. In keeping with the growing trend of smart appliances, the Haier Kinouchi AC is compatible with the HaiSmart mobile app, giving users full control over the unit remotely. Through the app, you can monitor real-time electricity consumption, adjust temperature settings, and activate energy optimisation features, all from your smartphone. This level of control is particularly useful for people who travel frequently or live in large homes. The app also supports AI-driven optimisation, helping users make informed decisions to reduce power usage without compromising on comfort. Energy efficiency is an essential consideration for modern households, and the Haier Kinouchi AC doesn't disappoint. Featuring HEXA Inverter Technology, the system adapts its performance dynamically based on real-time conditions. This includes a combination of a Full DC Inverter, dual DC compressor, and electronic expansion valve, all of which work together to optimise energy use. The AC carries a 5-star BEE energy rating, meaning it is among the most efficient in its class. Over time, this can result in significant energy savings, especially during high-usage months. To sum up, the Haier Kinouchi 1.6 Ton 5-Star AC ticks most boxes for today's discerning homebuyer. It offers a stylish alternative to the dull white box, performs admirably in extreme conditions, and delivers a host of features that cater to convenience, health, and efficiency. While it might not be the most budget-friendly option, it offers solid value for those looking to invest in long-term comfort with a touch of elegance. If aesthetics, rapid cooling, and smart features are high on your priority list, the Kinouchi AC deserves serious consideration.
Mint
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Mint
Haier Kinouchi: AC remotes are unreliable. Can a smart AC be the answer?
Air-conditioners are not easily reviewable, much as we depend on them during our gruelling summer months. As a consumer, you buy an AC, turn it on, find a setting/temperature that is comfortable for you, and that's it. But new-age ACs, like the Haier Kinouchi, go beyond that. They are AI-first ACs and have a nifty smartphone app (works on both Android and iOS), several smart features, and maximum efficiency. The Haier Kinouchi is a 1.6-ton 5-star split AC with AI smarts behind it. Priced at ₹ 49,990, this sleek-looking AC with a 'Kinouchi finish' (essentially, a design element) and high-tech features is looking to compete with companies like Daikin, Panasonic, Mitsubishi and O General, which all have smart ACs in a similar price-range. This one is available in three colourways: Black, Morning Mist and Moonstone Grey, all sleek and modern-looking that will fit the aesthetics of your room. The unboxing and installation of the Haier Kinouchi AC were relatively uneventful. Haier's hassle-free installation is pretty much seamless. As with all split ACs, you get an indoor and outdoor unit, a remote control with 2 AAA batteries, a user manual and warranty card, an indoor unit wall mount, a copper tube, and a power supply cord. Also read: Ready for the holidays: 8 best GMT and Worldtimer watches for globetrotters this summer This is a 1.6-ton (can shift from 0.8T to 1.6T) 5-star AC with a cooling power of 5460W. It uses R32, an eco-friendly refrigerant, is pretty silent at only 47dB and offers 20x faster cooling. Some of the smart and AI goodies include Frost Self-Clean Technology and HEXA Inverter Technology (for improved energy efficiency). The 20-meter airflow (in turbo mode) ensures uniform cooling in the room. All split ACs are similarly designed these days. The difference is that they come in colours beyond the standard white, which many consider boring. The Haier Kinouchi AC I got for review was in the Morning Mist colourway, which blended well with my room's aesthetics. The overall look is clean and modern. An LED display on the right side (which can be turned off) shows the temperature. Although the outdoor unit is rarely seen by consumers (who really inspects/looks at the AC unit on the exterior of their house?), the grill design and Haier logo are elegant. It features a plastic outlet grill and aluminium fins. Using 100% groover copper piping increases the heat exchange efficiency, offering better cooling performance. Haier delivers on what it promises—this 1.6-ton AC is designed for fast and superior cooling in the room, even when temperatures are soaring. I noticed that cooling happened evenly in my fairly large room, thanks to the 20-meter airflow. It adapted to the room quite well and ensured cooling throughout the night. At one point, the temperature of my room, according to the app, was 30 degrees. Turning on the turbo mode, it managed to cool the room down to below 20 degrees in just 15-20 minutes. Haier advertises uniform cooling by a 4-way swing mechanism, which is as effective as it sounds. Once the cooling is done and temperatures have reached suitable levels, you can enable quiet mode to get pin-drop silence, with a few small noises here and there. The AC is relatively quiet even if you just run it with the fan at higher speeds. Energy efficiency is one of the standout features. It's got DC inverter technology and a 5-star BEE rating. The inverter can dynamically adjust the power consumption based on usage patterns, thus reducing energy wastage. There's also an Eco Mode to reduce the output/capacity of the AC during monsoon or cooler weather. But, at times, when I've turned on quiet mode, the fan goes close to zero, and you can feel that the AC is struggling to do its job because it runs at 25-30% capacity in this mode. On the upside, this can stabilise the temperature for a few hours if the room is already cooled. While the Haismart app does the job with aplomb, the remote is the exact opposite. Using the app from the get-go, I could turn on the AC a few minutes before I entered the room. You can also monitor your energy consumption with the app by checking out the 'Electricity Stats' section and 'AI Climate Control, ' which adjusts the cooling 'according to the users' habits and preferences". It worked, but took a few days to hit that optimal temperature. Being able to adjust the temperature according to your sleep cycle by the hour is quite a neat feature as well. The remote, however, failed to sync with the app. One would rather not use an app in the middle of the night and on one occasion, while half-asleep, I picked up the remote to change the temperature, which didn't work. Even turning off the AC takes a few tries if you've first turned on the AC with the app. I understand the remote isn't Wi-Fi enabled, but it's 2025, and surely the two can talk to each other. A common problem with most AC remotes and their inscrutable ways are the vast number of buttons whose functions are pretty much unfathomable, at least without a deep dive into the user manual. Switching to a smart AC with an easy-to-control app seems worth it just for that! Also read: Royal Enfield Classic 650: The 'Raja Gaadi' returns
