# Bacteria-Obliterating Accessories The 'Germ Genie' Zaps Unclean Communal Keyboards By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-10-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/germ-genie References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2010/10/05/germ-genie-provides-always-on-germ-protection-for-public-keyboards/) & [falconinnovations](http://www.falconinnovations.co.uk/contents/index/?p=m) Many people are secretly nervous about using conceivably contaminated public keyboards, so [Falcon Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tt-powercare-service) has swooped in to deliver the 'Germ Genie,' the sanitary savior. Using a [UV lightbulb](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picnic-uv), the 'Germ Genie' kills an estimated 3,295 microbes per square inch, which Falcon Innovations calculate is roughly the average epidemic population of a [multi-user keyboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-800-selfcharging-bluetooth-keyboard). With a motion-sensor incorporated into the over-hanging design, the 'Germ Genie' sanitizing bulb only shuts off when someone is typing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **UV Sanitizing Accessories:** The 'Germ Genie' showcases the trend of UV sanitizing accessories that protect against bacteria and germs on communal surfaces. - **Hygiene-conscious Technology:** The motion-sensor feature in the 'Germ Genie' represents the trend of hygiene-conscious technology that automatically sanitizes high-touch surfaces. - **Microbe Elimination Solutions:** Falcon Innovations' 'Germ Genie' highlights the trend of innovative solutions for eliminating microbes and bacteria in public spaces. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The UV sanitizing 'Germ Genie' falls within the consumer electronics industry as a convenient and effective gadget for personal hygiene. - **Office Supplies:** The 'Germ Genie' targets the office supplies industry by providing a bacteria-killing solution specifically designed for communal keyboards. - **Healthcare:** The 'Germ Genie' has potential applications in the healthcare industry, where maintaining a clean and sterile environment is crucial. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Sanitizing Computer Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-mouse.md) - [Silver-Infused Self-Cleaning Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-antimicrobial-keyboard.md) - [Workstation-Sanitizing Task Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-desk-light.md) - [Powerful UV Sanitation Wands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-sanitizer-wand.md) - [Highly Effective Phone Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleanstation.md) - [Workstation-Sanitizing Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tolomeo-lamp.md) - [Micro Countertop Dish Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desktop-disinfection-cupboard.md) - [Convenient Home Sanitation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-sanitation-device.md) - [Mini Portable Toothbrush Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bril-uvc-toothbrush-sanitizer.md)