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Midea# has seen its no-drill portable air conditioners, Midea PortaSplit, sell out at many German retailers within days. It bypasses Germany's costly air conditioner installation barriers — fixed units can exceed 5,000 euros. The PortaSplit mounts on window frames without drilling, comes pre-charged and plug-and-play, and can be relocated or even powered by an EV for camping.
It fits Germany's needs perfectly, tackling the high costs and installation hurdles that have hindered air conditioner adoption, bringing much-needed coolness to residents amid the scorching heat.