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Vampire Power Slayers

iGo Power Smart Wall & Power Smart Tower Reduce Standby Power by 85%

— November 22, 2009 — Eco
Today’s economy has us all thinking of ways to save money. We add an extra can of water to frozen juices, walk or bike to work and yet every time you sleep or leave your home; a phantom lurks. It’s Vampire Power, also known as “phantom load,” “leaking electricity,” “standby power,” and “vampire draw.” It sucks money out of your wallet that you use to pay for electricity and you don’t even feel it biting.

iGo Power Smart Wall and Power Smart Tower are two new surge protectors that will help you slay vampire power. According to iGo; their surge protectors integrated with iGo Green Technology will reduce vampire power by 85%!
That will save you a lot of money while you are slaving away at work or sleeping at night!
Trend Themes
1. Vampire Power Reduction - Implementing technologies and surge protectors like iGo Power Smart Wall and Power Smart Tower can significantly reduce vampire power by 85%, providing an opportunity for energy-saving solutions.
2. Energy Efficiency - The need to save money and reduce standby power consumption has led to a growing trend in energy-efficient solutions like surge protectors with iGo Green Technology.
3. Smart Home Automation - The vampire power issue has sparked interest in smart home automation technologies that can actively monitor and control power usage, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities in the industry.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - The vampire power reduction trend creates opportunities for the home appliance industry to develop energy-efficient products that contribute to lower standby power consumption.
2. Electrical Equipment - Manufacturers in the electrical equipment industry can capitalize on the demand for surge protectors and related technologies to address vampire power wastage and promote energy-saving solutions.
3. Smart Home Technology - The rise in awareness about vampire power has the potential to drive the adoption of smart home technology, enabling homeowners to monitor and control their power consumption more effectively.
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