France switches to winter time

France transitioned to winter time during the night of Saturday, October 24, to Sunday, October 25. This change means the clocks were set back by one hour, marking the beginning of longer nights and shorter days in the region.

Cold rooms in winter

As the days grow shorter, many homes experience uneven temperatures, with certain rooms—like attics, guest rooms, or bathrooms—remaining colder than others. This can be particularly uncomfortable for those who need to keep these spaces warm without heating the entire house.

Discounted smart heater available

Amazon is currently offering the Dreo Atom One smart space heater at a reduced price of 59.99 euros, down from its original 69.99 euros. This discount amounts to 10 euros, or about 14 percent, making it slightly under the 60 euro threshold.

Heater’s technical features

The Dreo Atom One is a 1,500 watt blower heater that uses a PTC (positive temperature coefficient) ceramic heating element. This technology increases electrical resistance as the ceramic heats up, which helps prevent overheating.

Smart controls and settings

The heater includes a thermostat that ranges from 5 to 35 degrees Celsius, with 1-degree increments. It also features ECO mode, a 12-hour timer, a remote control, and a ventilation-only mode for summer. These settings help users manage energy use effectively.

Wi-Fi and voice compatibility

The heater connects via Wi-Fi using the Dreo app and is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. This allows users to control the heater remotely, such as from their bed, to have a warm office ready for remote work.

Safety and design features

The device includes an incline sensor that turns it off if it tips over and has overheating protection. It is compact, designed to fit at the foot of a desk, but it is best suited for small rooms and not a replacement for central heating.

Limitations and noise

Like other blower heaters, the Dreo Atom One has a fan that produces some background noise. It is not designed for large spaces and may not be ideal for those sensitive to sound.

Energy cost considerations

At full power, the heater consumes 1.5 kWh per hour, costing about 30 cents at the EDF Blue rate. Features like the thermostat, ECO mode, and timer help reduce unnecessary energy use and costs.

Price uncertainty and value

As with many Amazon products, the discounted price may not last long. However, for the current price, the heater offers features like a precise thermostat, swiveling head, app control, and voice compatibility, which can make it a practical choice for warming small spaces.