# Collapsible Smartphone Sanitizers The 'Cell' UV Sanitizer Cleans and Charges Devices Quickly By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-07-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-sanitizer References: [gadgetsin](https://gadgetsin.com/cell-collapsible-uv-sanitizer-and-wireless-charger.htm) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ampere/cell-phone-cleaner-uv-light-multi-use-fast-wireless-charger?utm_source=kickbooster-direct&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=0409e531) The 'Cell' UV Sanitizer is a handy smartphone accessory that will work to clean the device in a noninvasive way and maintain a steady charge at the same time. The unit works by quickly [sanitizing smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-sanitation-device) or any other device in just one minute flat thanks to the ultraviolet light that will eradicate germs that are lurking on the surface. The device also functions as a [wireless charger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humidifier-and-wireless-charger) that will provide 15W of power to the smartphone to keep it ready to use at all times. The 'Cell' UV Sanitizer has a collapsible design that will allow it to be easily stowed or brought anywhere to allow for sporadic cleaning at home, at the office, when traveling and beyond. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **UV Sanitizing Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop portable UV sanitizing accessories for other devices such as laptops and tablets. - **Wireless Charging Sanitizers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine wireless charging technology with UV sanitizing capabilities for a multi-functional device. - **Collapsible Sanitizing Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create collapsible sanitizing solutions for other personal items such as keys, wallets, and glasses. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate UV sanitizing technology into audio devices, wearables, and smart home products. - **Travel and Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop compact UV sanitizing devices for hotel rooms, airplanes, and public transportation. - **Health and Wellness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply UV sanitizing technology to healthcare accessories like stethoscopes, thermometers, and blood pressure monitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Charging Sanitisers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picnic-uv.md) - [Highly Effective Phone Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleanstation.md) - [Sanitizing Smartphone Charger Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-concept.md) - [Powerful UV Sanitation Wands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-sanitizer-wand.md) - [Self-Cleaning Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfcleaning-smartphone-case.md) - [Mini Portable Toothbrush Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bril-uvc-toothbrush-sanitizer.md) - [Portable Toothbrush sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clea-toothbrush-sanitizer.md) - [Germ-Killing Clothing Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clothing-care-appliance.md) - [Reliable Self-Sanitizing Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hahatec-self-sanitizing-toothbrush.md)