# Automotive Smartphone Sanitizer Boxes The Utilimedic+ UVC Sanitizer Powers and Cleans Devices By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-02-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uvc-sanitizer References: [gadgetify](https://www.gadgetify.com/utilimedic/) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/3q8BNZi) The cleanliness of the average consumer smartphone is reported to be quite low across the board, so the Utilimedic+ UVC Sanitizer is intended to provide users with a dedicated way to properly clean it each and every day. The unit is designed to be used in the car and will go to work providing drivers with a dedicated place to stow their smartphone when driving between locations. The box will go to work with a series of eight UVC light nodes within to [eradicate all of the germs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-sanitation-device) on the surface of the smartphone in just five-minutes flat. The Utilimedic+ UVC Sanitizer also functions as a [wireless charger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-wireless-car-charger) that will deliver 10W of power to smartphones to make it a dual-purpose addition to a [car cabin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-car-charger). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 88% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smartphone Sanitizer Tech:** Opportunity for tech companies to develop innovative and affordable solutions for consumers to sanitize their smartphones on-the-go. - **Multipurpose Car Accessories:** Innovation opportunity for car accessory manufacturers to incorporate multiple functionalities in their products like the Utilimedic+ UVC Sanitizer and wireless charger. - **UVC Light Technology:** Opportunity for companies to develop more ways to use UVC light technology for sanitization purposes in cars, homes, and public places. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers can develop more affordable and accessible smartphone sanitizer tech products to cater to the growing demand for sanitary solutions. - **Automotive:** Innovation in car accessories like the Utilimedic+ UVC Sanitizer is a disruptive opportunity to address drivers' health and safety concerns amid the pandemic. - **Healthcare:** UVC light technology is commonly used in hospitals and the healthcare industry. Companies can explore integrating this technology into everyday use for personal sanitation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Charging Sanitisers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picnic-uv.md) - [Sanitizing Smartphone Charger Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-concept.md) - [Highly Effective Phone Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleanstation.md) - [Self-Cleaning Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfcleaning-smartphone-case.md) - [AI-Powered Disinfectant Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uvceed.md) - [Powerful UV Sanitation Wands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-sanitizer-wand.md) - [Car-Designed Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-purifier1.md) - [Sanitizing Toothbrush Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultim8-travel-smartcase.md) - [Mini Portable Toothbrush Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bril-uvc-toothbrush-sanitizer.md)