Revlon RVDR5005 Ion Select 1875 Watt Travel Dryer

Ever since I got this dryer I noticed the handle got REALLY hot. Ive had it for about 3 months now, and one spot on the handle is so hot I couldn't even hold it properly.

Today, I was using it and all of a sudden black plumes of smoke started coming out of the handle, it was like the monster on Lost coming out of this dryer. Then it started sparking and died. This is a products liability lawsuit waiting to happen. This thing is down right dangerous, and a complete waste of [...].

What kind of crap is Revlon making???

I have used a travel hair dryer for years. The Ionic Dryer by Sharper Image worked well for a long time. I recently replaced it with this Revlon model. I noticed that if I hit the cord while drying my hair, the dryer cut out. I believe there maybe a defect in the cording. I thought it might be the socket so I unplugged the dryer and went to replug. I mistakenly touched the plug only to really burn my fingers.
This dry is not worth repairing.I think I's rather buy a new dryer than a new house. Another negative is the buttons are difficult to slide from one setting to another. Thus making simple drying a two handed operation.

I was looking for a compact travel dryer to keep at work for those days when I have to leave the house before my hair is completely dry. Torn between this and a dual voltage/international dryer, I went with the Revlon based on my positive experiences with their products in the past. Great decision! When I opened the box, I got quite the pleasant surprise--this dryer has a dual voltage switch (it can operate on US-standard 110V or 220V systems, which you find in most of Europe and throughout the world). I hadn't seen anything about this feature on the product page, so I wanted to get the word out for anyone considering this dryer. It's powerful for a compact/travel dryer with 1875W and it dries my heavy hair impressively quickly. This dryer has suited my needs perfectly; I highly recommend it!!