Hand sanitizer has become commonplace but acts as a downstream solution after unwanted germs or bacteria might have been encountered, so the Wave by UV-C Labs is positioned as a way to eradicate pathogens before exposure.
The device works by being attached onto the rear of a smartphone and will connect wirelessly to the device to let users choose what kind of surface or item they are looking to sanitize. The device will then go to work activating the built-in UVC lights to eradicate 99.7% of the germs, bacteria and viruses that could be lurking on the surface.
The Wave by UV-C Labs device is focused on everyday sanitization needs and will features a rechargeable battery rated for 100 uses per charge.
What's Driving This Trend
- Smartphone-attached UV-C Sterilizers
- The integration of UV-C sterilizers into smartphones presents an opportunity for manufacturers to provide a new level of hygiene for their products.
- Wireless Sanitization Devices
- The desire for everyday sanitization has led to the development of wireless sanitization devices that can easily be carried around.
- Rechargeable UV-C Sanitizing Devices
- The adoption of rechargeable batteries in UV-C sanitizing devices presents an opportunity for manufacturers to appeal to the sustainability-conscious consumer.
Who This Affects Most
- Consumer Electronics
- The integration of UV-C sterilizers into smartphones creates a new category for consumer electronics manufacturers to tap into.
- Health and Wellness
- Wireless sanitization devices provide a hygiene solution for health and wellness, particularly during heightened health crises.
- Sustainability
- The adoption of rechargeable batteries in UV-C sanitizing devices represents an opportunity for manufacturers to address sustainability concerns.
