Michael AnsaldoFreelance contributor, TechHive
Michael Ansaldo is veteran consumer and small-business technology journalist. He contributes regularly to TechHive and PCWorld.
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With the addition of carbon dioxide detection, the latest Laser Egg device provides more complete protection from common pollutants.
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