New: DreamStation Go portable PAP

[chill]

I just noticed this and had not seen it here before.  Phillips claims:

• Half of the size of Philips’ current PAP machines
  
  
• Features micro-flexible tubing, designed to minimize bulk and improve mobility while you sleep
  
  
• Compact, lightweight and slim profile offers convenience while traveling
  
  
• Designed for easy airport screening
  
  
• Available rechargeable battery for travel “off the grid”
  
  
• Simple touch screen technology and USB port for mobile device charging
  
  
• Convenient travel bag accessory available
  

[JinMHK]

Oooooo, Pretty! Looks like it isn't available quite yet, though. Wonder what the price difference will be for the travel battery for this, or the "regular" DreamStation.

[C0mbe]

Oooooo, Pretty!  Looks like it isn't available quite yet, though.  Wonder what the price difference will be for the travel battery for this, or the "regular" DreamStation.

It's a very nice machine!  I bet the "available battery" is the current battery from philips.

[chill]

I find the "micro-flexible tubing" interesting as the tube and mask take up considerable room when travelling.

[C0mbe]

It would be interesting to compare this to the new Resmed Airmini but I don't think there is very much info on that.

[Sleeprider]

It would be interesting to compare this to the new Resmed Airmini but I don't think there is very much info on that.

It's probably not a coincidence that both companies are coming out with a competitive entry in the travel category.  Just a guess, but I would bet Philips stays with a 12 volt scheme that will be more flexible in non-proprietary batteries and cables vs Resmed, which I expect will retain the 24 volt power and need for their proprietary system.  This could make a huge dollar difference in the full system.  I also wonder if these have external power supplies, and whether they are also down-sized.

[DeepBreathing]

I notice the Respironics name is missing. Is this a new trend by Philips to consolidate their branding?

The narrow hose is interesting - it's the hose, mask and power brick which take up the most space when travelling, so any moves to reduce the bulk of these items would be welcome.

[Cbarrios]

PAP, as in CPAP and APAP?

[Fedman]

I dunno what the big deal is. Airing will kick butt and fit in your pocket when traveling. No hoses, no masks, no hassle. Just a minor inconvenience due to the fact that they don't have a prototype yet. But hey. Keep sending them money and CPAP will be come obsolete. Give it about 200 years and we'll see that prototype!