# Motion-Sensing Power Strips The HiSaver Powerbar Powers Your Gadgets when You Step Out By Michael Hines | Published 2010-09-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisaver-powerbar References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2010/09/26/green-hisaver-motion-sensor-power-strip/) & [tomauri](http://www.tomauri.com/do/product?sku=35115) I shudder to think how much money offices and homes around the country could save if they used the HiSaver Powerbar. The HiSaver Powerbar uses a [motion sensor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross-ms605-presence-sensor) to turn off [all but one of its outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-power-strip-1) every time you leave the room for ten minutes or more. You would presumably plug your desktop into the outlet that never cut off, with all other unimportant items getting the axe after 10 minutes. The HiSaver Powerbar is definitely an essential for businesses or homeowners trying to [cut costs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homey-energy-dongle). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Energy-efficient Power Strips:** The development of power strips that use motion sensors to conserve energy presents an opportunity for businesses to reduce electricity costs. - **Smart Home Automation:** The integration of motion-sensing power strips into smart home systems opens up possibilities for more efficient and convenient control of devices. - **Sustainable Workplace Solutions:** The adoption of motion-sensing power strips in office environments can contribute to sustainable practices and help businesses achieve their sustainability goals. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The technology industry can benefit from the innovation of motion-sensing power strips by offering energy-saving solutions to consumers. - **Energy:** The energy industry can explore partnerships and collaborations to promote the use of motion-sensing power strips as a way to conserve electricity. - **Real Estate:** The real estate industry can incorporate motion-sensing power strips into new building designs to enhance energy efficiency and attract environmentally conscious tenants. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Self-Monitoring Power Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teak-smart-cube.md) - [Energy-Saving Smart Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-outlet-h2.md) - [Chic Technology Power Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/360-electrical-powercurve77.md) - [Modern Power Management Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-strips.md) - [Design-Conscious Power Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-strip-concept.md) - [Clutter-Proof USB Power Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-power-strips.md) - [Pencil-Resembling Power Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencil-multitap.md) - [Contemporary Power Strip Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonbase-1.md) - [Senior-Monitoring Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threshold-care.md)