``Steam Deck exhaust vent smell fetish'' becomes a meme and becomes very popular, the manufacturer warns ``Stop it because it is bad for your health''
Many people find the unique smell of machines irresistible, such as the smell of a new car or the factory smell of opening an electronic device. Valve has decided to do so, citing health concerns, after a number of users reported that they couldn't stop smelling the exhaust vents of
Valve To Steam Deck Owners: Stop Huffing Its Vent Fumes
https://kotaku.com/valve-steam-deck-fumes-vent-smell-good-safe-exhaust-1851094071
Since the release of Steam Deck, there have been many posts on Reddit, a bulletin board social news site, mentioning the smell of Steam Deck's exhaust. One thread reads, 'I feel nostalgic remembering the days when my father and brother used to tinker with machines.'
In particular, in a thread in which Reddit users who were addicted to the smell of Steam Deck exhaust vents asked for like-minded people, there were comments such as `` workplace odor ,'' ``the unique smell of hard plastic ,'' and `` a nutty, fruity, almost roasted odor.'' Comments like ' Smells like fresh bread ' and 'Oh my god! I just googled it because I thought I was the only one who loves the smell of hot air coming from a vent. To be honest, it's calming, refreshing, and feels good.' I've always loved the smell of fresh electronics, and I think it's a habit I've had since I bought my first Famicom and used to smell it all over the place.'' Many comments were received.
Does anyone else with a steam deck like to smell the hot air that blows out the top of it?
by u/ValorBound in SteamDeck
Unfortunately for those who have become addicted to the scent of Steam Deck, the manufacturer, Valve, does not recommend that users smell Steam Deck. This was discovered after a user reported the existence of this outbreak to a Steam support representative.
In response to a user who asked, 'Is it okay to breathe in exhaust gas from the exhaust port on the top of the Steam Deck? There's a little meme about enjoying the exhaust...I kind of like it, too.' As with any device, breathing the exhaust fumes from the device is generally not recommended.While there is no safety issue in normal use, you should avoid breathing the exhaust fumes directly from the device.Meme I understand that this is the case, but for the sake of your health, please refrain from such actions.'
Regarding Steam's answer, which was a head-on response to a joking question, gaming media Kotaku said, ``The atmosphere is like a school teacher gently but firmly telling children not to eat seaweed.''
Although Valve has not specifically stated concerns regarding Steam Deck's exhaust, Hatena Bookmark has received the following points:
'Don't sniff the Steam Deck exhaust air,' Valve warns. I know you want to smell it, but it's bad for your health - AUTOMATONCapacitors are essential to electronic devices, and their electrolytes include ethylene glycol (toxic). Safety is guaranteed if exposed through normal use, but this cannot be guaranteed if the concentration increases.
2023/12/13 12:49
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