# Mosquito-Repelling Air Conditioners LG's 'Mosquito Away 2HP' Helps Keep Bugs at Bay By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2017-05-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquito-away-2hp References: [dailymail](http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-3633907/Could-TV-help-beat-Zika-LG-launches-anti-mosquito-screen-aircon-emit-high-pitched-sound-scare-insects.html) & [lg](http://www.lg.com/africa/split-air-conditioners/lg-HS-C1865NN8) Last summer, [LG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menopause-mode) released a clever new air conditioner called the 'Mosquito Away 2HP.' Specially engineered to keep mosquitoes at bay, the device is a perfect solution for those looking to keep the pesky insects out of their home. The Mosquito Away 2HP is a [wall-mounted air conditioning unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-artcool-ai-air) equipped with ultrasonic wave technology. When turned on, the speakers inside the unit emit an "inaudible ultrasonic wave at a specific frequency of over 30kHz." Though completely harmless to humans, these waves inactivate or repel any mosquitoes in the area. As such, the device is a great alternative to other products that may contain [harmful insecticides or other chemicals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqitter-mini). Though ideal for any room in the home, the Mosquito Away 2HP device is an ideal bedroom solution for keeping mosquito at bay during the night. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mosquito-repelling Air Conditioners:** Incorporating ultrasonic wave technology into air conditioning units to repel mosquitoes provides a disruptive innovation opportunity to create mosquito-free spaces without the need for harmful chemicals. - **Innovative Insect-repellent Household Appliances:** Developing appliances such as the Mosquito Away 2HP air conditioner that use safe and effective technologies to repel insects opens up opportunities for disrupting the insecticide industry and providing non-toxic solutions for consumers. - **Safe and Eco-friendly Mosquito Control Methods:** The use of ultrasonic wave technology in devices like the Mosquito Away 2HP air conditioner presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for creating sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions for mosquito control, reducing reliance on harmful insecticides. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Air Conditioning:** The integration of mosquito-repelling technology into air conditioning units offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the air conditioning industry, providing added value and unique features to consumers. - **Household Appliances:** The development of insect-repellent appliances like the Mosquito Away 2HP air conditioner presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the household appliances industry, catering to the growing demand for safe and effective insect control solutions. - **Pest Control:** The application of ultrasonic wave technology in mosquito control devices, such as the Mosquito Away 2HP air conditioner, disrupts the traditional pest control industry by offering non-toxic and environmentally friendly alternatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rechargeable Bug-Repelling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquito-repellent-device.md) - [Electronic Mosquito Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-mosquito-repellent.md) - [AI-Powered Mosquito Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bzigo-iris.md) - [Style-Conscious Anti-Insect Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqo-bug-zapper.md) - [Intelligent Anti-Mosquito Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermacell-liv-smart-system.md) - [Handheld Wearable Mosquito Repellers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquito-repeller-lantern.md) - [AI-Enhanced Air Conditioners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menopause-mode.md) - [4-in-1 Mosquito Repellants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moziguard.md) - [Battery-Powered Mosquito Misters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/npd-products.md)