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jonpurdy ◴[] No.41859223[source]
For those who wear N95s on planes, I can confirm that 3M Aura 9205+ works great with Vision Pro※ and doesn't hinder using it at all, nor reduce comfort, at least for my head and face shape.

※ - Tested during my 30 min demo (more like 45 mins) at the Apple Store.

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1. RJIb8RBYxzAMX9u ◴[] No.41859938[source]
Slightly OT but I much prefer the 9211+: the vent[*] makes a difference in comfort when worn over long periods. Or the 9105 / 9105S which sticks out further away from the face, and its elastic design makes it a bit quicker to don / doff at checkpoints.

[*] Yes I'm prioritizing my comfort over safety for others, but that's the American Way (tm), isn't it.

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2. JoshTriplett ◴[] No.41860099[source]
There are masks with full N95 filtration that have a fan built in to pull the air through the filter. Makes it much more comfortable to wear for long periods.

(I switch to a mask with no metal in it for airport metal detectors, but I can switch back again immediately afterwards.)

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3. jonpurdy ◴[] No.41860687[source]
Thanks for this recommendation; I was considering ordering these for my next trip since they should fit the same as 9205+.

(I don't see an issue with wearing an exhalation vent next to folks who aren't wearing masks themselves. If they cared about the air they'd also be wearing a mask. If I sat next to someone wearing one I'd switch back to the 9205+.)

4. btbuildem ◴[] No.41862861[source]
I really wish they were made in not-stark-white. And, is it just me, or have these steadily been going up in price?
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5. leptons ◴[] No.41863173[source]
Same here. I use the Honeywell Saf-T-Fit masks, with the exhaust, either N99 or P100. They have a soft cushion where it touches the face and I find it's far superior in comfort on long flights to masks without the soft inner part. A little more expensive, but I'll never fly with a regular N95 again.

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-14110404-SAF-T-FIT-Particul...

6. justin66 ◴[] No.41863255[source]
3M make some colorful Aura masks, for Brazil. I wish they were more universally available.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSs4KMEuWkk

7. iyn ◴[] No.41864480[source]
Any recommendations for such masks?
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8. JoshTriplett ◴[] No.41875715{3}[source]
The Philips "Fresh Air" or "Fresh Breeze" mask (different names in different regions).