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Fractal Hopes, Fuzzy Science: Why We’re Still Considering Aires Tech

We investigate Aires Tech EMF devices—from scientific claims to Reddit threads and tech takedowns. We’re not sold, but we’re curious. If it might help Sam’s healing, it’s worth a closer look.

Fractal Hopes, Fuzzy Science: Why We’re Still Considering Aires Tech

Fractal Hopes, Fuzzy Science: Why We're Still Considering Aires Tech

July 18, 2025

Sam's latest blood work wasn't too bad, considering the cancer diagnosis. He's already done a lot to work on being as healthy as he can. But the doctors didn't stop at the usual blood work. Pretty much anything that could be sampled or scanned now has been. Coming through in the results from those more extensive tests was something we hadn't yet considered: signs his body is carrying a significant electromagnetic load.

Based on Sam's lifestyle, this is probably not from a single source, but from the cumulative hum of modern life. Wi-Fi, phones, computer monitors. Bluetooth speakers. The invisible infrastructure we've all learned to ignore.

We're writing this from Hope4Cancer in Mexico, where Sam is now almost at the end of his first intensive treatment round. When the doctors pointed to the test results, they weren't suggesting we throw our phones in the ocean. But they did make a clear point: when your immune system is already fighting for your life, every unnecessary stressor matters.

That consultation led us down a research rabbit hole to find ways of reducing Sam's electromagnetic frequency (EMF) exposure when we get home... without going fully off-grid.

One thing we found (or which found us... those algorithms are powerful) was Aires Tech, a company making bold claims about EMF 'modulation' devices that have sparked fierce debate online.

We haven't bought one yet. But we haven't ruled it out.

Is EMF Really Something to Worry About?

The purpose of this article isn't to convince anyone of the dangers of EMFs. However, it's not difficult to find a growing body of research suggesting they may have biological impacts, especially when exposure is constant and cumulative.

In 2011, the World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified RF-EMFs as 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' (Group 2B), based on studies linking heavy mobile phone use with glioma. IARC Press Release That classification hasn't changed, but an IARC follow-up in 2013 deepened the conversation. IARC Monograph (Fun fact: RF-EMFs' other Group 2B friends include some pickled vegetables.)

A 2018 National Toxicology Program (NTP) study in the U.S. found 'clear evidence' of tumors in rats exposed to high levels of cell phone radiation over their lifetimes. NTP Report Around the same time, an Italian Ramazzini Institute study observed similar effects at exposure levels much lower than what current safety standards allow. Ramazzini Study

Other research points to possible impacts on fertility, sleep, oxidative stress, and the blood-brain barrier. A 2012 systematic review concluded that EMF exposure may influence brain activity and cognitive function, though results remain mixed. Barth et al., 2012 There's also evidence linking extremely low-frequency EMFs (like from power lines) to a small increased risk of childhood leukemia at exposures above 0.3–0.4 μT, as noted in European Commission reviews, though no clear mechanism has been identified. European Commission on ELF-EMFs

On the other hand, many major health organisations, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and National Cancer Institute (NCI) in the United States of America, state that current EMF exposure from consumer devices isn't known to cause cancer. CDC Facts NCI Fact Sheet Their safety standards focus on thermal effects: how much radiation heats body tissue.

However, back in 2015, over 200 scientists signed the International EMF Scientist Appeal, urging the United Nations (UN) and World Health Organisation (WHO) to strengthen safety guidelines based on studies showing potential non-thermal biological effects, including oxidative stress and neurological impacts. EMF Scientist Appeal

As Dr. Lennart Hardell, a leading EMF researcher, has argued in critiques: current guidelines mainly protect against short-term heating effects but may not adequately address long-term exposure to lower levels that could cause non-thermal biological changes. Hardell, 2017 Miller et al., 2019

We're aware this area is controversial. But at this point, we don't need to be persuaded. We're working off the advice of Sam's doctors who flagged EMF burden as something his body is reacting to. We're taking it seriously because when your immune system is already under pressure, every extra hurdle in the way of being healthy matters.

We've already started planning low-cost, relatively low-disruption changes when we get home: switching to wired internet, keeping phones out of bedrooms, turning off Wi-Fi overnight. We've written more about that here. But the idea of something we can simply wear or display in the house is undeniably attractive.

What Aires Tech Is And What It Claims To Do

We found Aires Tech while looking for things that might help reduce EMF load without cutting off from the world entirely. They don't claim to block radiation. Instead, their pitch is that their silicon-based microprocessors restructure EMF waves into something "more biologically compatible".

According to their technology page, the devices use a fractal resonator pattern to stabilise EMF fields. Aires Tech Technology The company holds 22 patents, says it has invested over $20 million (presumably USD) in research, and is publicly traded. Their products range from phone stickers to pendants to larger area protection devices, priced from about USD $80 to $350.

It's worth noting that bodies like the FDA and FTC have warned against unproven EMF protection devices, often labeling exaggerated claims as misleading, though no specific actions against Aires Tech appear in recent updates. FDA Radiation Control FTC Tips

So, What Do People Say About Aires Tech?

Reading through Reddit threads, Trustpilot reviews, and blog posts there's a variety of opinions on the efficacy (or otherwise) of the products.

On Trustpilot, at the time of writing, Aires Tech scores 4/5 from 159 reviews. Trustpilot Reviews

Positive:

"Having chronic Lyme disease, I am very sensitive to EMFs. Using Aires Tech phone protection product has really allowed me to tolerate using my cell phone more."
"My level of stress and brain fog has dramatically improved since using Aires Flex. I work on film and TV sets and there is no escaping EMFs there."

Negative:

"I purchased their product hoping it would deliver on the promises of improved health and well-being. Instead, it was completely ineffective—nothing changed, and it felt like an overpriced placebo."
"Save yourself time and money, if you're worried about EMF to this extent, reduce the sources around you, or pick up some tin foil from the local supermarket at a fraction of the cost."

Reddit discussions mirror these mixed impressions. One user wrote:

"I guess the more expensive, the more effective the placebo is. Still if you buy this you have more problems than just electromagnetic radiation."

Another replied:

"I've tested it with a gaussmeter. It does work."

So, the general internet vibe isn't swaying conclusively in one direction or another. There's a spectrum, from hopeful optimism to firm disbelief. The optimists generally acknowledge that they're not entirely sure how or why it works for them, but they feel good about it.

Detailed Reviews

On the in-favour side of the opinion fence, one of the more detailed reviews is published on the EMF Academy website. Aires Tech is promoted on this site as one of 13 EMF Protection Products That Actually Work. However, even then, in a hands-on product review the author couches their recommendation with a disclaimer:

"So, although I can't know with 100% certainty that the product is working as effectively as the company claims, given my own experience alongside their published science, research, and testing, I'm inclined to believe there's something to it." EMF Academy Review

On the out-of-favour side, one of the most cited critical videos of an Aires device comes from Gary Fong (watch here), who's also selling his own EMF protection-related products made with shungite. In his view, a comparative search of published peer-reviewed research regarding shungite and Aires Tech using Consensus AI is definitive proof of the efficacy of his product and the lack of scientific proof of the other. However, shungite-based products face similar questions about evidence—something we'll explore in a future post.

Possibly the most damaging criticism came from Linus Tech Tips, a technology review channel with 16 million+ subscribers, in a video published in early 2025 (watch here). Their team subjected Aires Tech devices to RF spectrum analysis and found no measurable reduction in electromagnetic fields. Their analysis revealed what appeared to be an inert silicon chip with no electrical connections, leading host Linus Sebastian to conclude: "This is a product designed to look technical, without doing anything technical."

Responses to the Linus Tech Tips video came quickly, arguing that the analysis was flawed because it applied irrelevant criteria and testing methodology.

Kyle Smith, founder of kyletothemoon and, according to his LinkedIn, an employee of American Aires Inc from September 2023 to April 2024, wrote:

"Aires Tech has spent decades pioneering a solution to an issue that mainstream science is only beginning to acknowledge. Linus Tech Tips video did a disservice to this conversation by using misleading tests, dismissive language, and a surface-level understanding of EMFs." Kyle to the Moon Blog

Tony Berardo reached out to Aires Tech to invite them to record a rebuttal to the Linus Tech Tips video (watch here), suggesting that he was surprised that Linus Tech Tips hadn't made the same contact with the company but also acknowledging that the primary purpose of the Tech Tips video was probably to be entertaining.

This back-and-forth highlights a core problem for both the consumer and the company: Aires Tech's claims can't be easily verified with standard equipment, making independent validation nearly impossible.

So How Do They Know It Works?

Aires Tech's primary evidence comes from EEG studies showing changes in brainwave patterns when people use their devices. Dr. Duncan French, Senior VP of Performance at the UFC Performance Institute, is quoted by Aires Tech marketing as saying he was "blown away" by EEG recordings allegedly showing Aires Tech devices "restoring optimal brain function." Aires Tech UFC Blog

But EEGs are notoriously sensitive. Brainwave patterns shift based on stress, lighting, posture, hydration, even room temperature. EEG Sensitivity Study Thermal Effects on EEG

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) data, which Aires Tech also cites, faces similar issues. While HRV is a legitimate biomarker for stress resilience, it's influenced by dozens of factors beyond EMF exposure. HRV Metrics HRV Factors Review

Additionally, the studies Aires Tech cites often involve very small sample sizes—sometimes just one or two participants—with results published in lesser-known journals that don't require independent peer review. Aires Research Overview

So, while these studies show changes, they don't necessarily tell us what those changes mean, or if they're specific to Aires devices.

Which doesn't necessarily mean it's nonsense. Just that it's inconclusive.

So Where Does That Leave Us?

We're not approaching this as dispassionate researchers. Sam has aggressive cancer. His immune system is under siege. If there's a reasonable chance that something will help, we're inclined to try it.

But we're also not acting from panic. We've already committed to implementing the proven EMF reduction strategies: switching to wired Internet at home, relocating devices, setting overnight tech boundaries. Aires Tech represents something different—a higher-cost, lower-certainty intervention that might do nothing, or might help.

The upside case: If Aires Tech devices actually work as advertised, they could reduce one source of physiological stress during Sam's treatment. Every advantage matters.

The downside case: We're out biggish bucks plus the opportunity cost of that money going toward proven treatments or quality-of-life improvements.

The uncertainty factor: The science isn't conclusive either way. Traditional EMF meters can't measure what Aires Tech claims to do, and the biological studies are too small and poorly controlled to be definitive.

The placebo consideration: Even if the devices work primarily through placebo effect, feeling more in control and protected might have genuine psychological benefits during treatment. Placebo in EHS

On the other hand, studies on "electromagnetic hypersensitivity" suggest symptoms can sometimes stem from nocebo effects—where expectation of harm amplifies perceived issues. Nocebo Study

We remain skeptical of Aires Tech's stronger claims. Some of their marketing feels overconfident given the evidence. But we're also dealing with a situation where standard medical approaches have limitations, and where small improvements in immune function could matter significantly.

It's a tricky line to walk—being open-minded about what might help without being naive about what's likely to help. Aires Tech might work, might not, or might work through mechanisms other than what they claim.

If we decide to try it, we'll approach it as one small part of a larger strategy to support Sam's healing, not as a magic solution. And we'll report back honestly about what we experience.

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