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Intelligent Energy-Efficient Chargers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Powerslayer by Velvetwire Prevents Overcharging

— December 11, 2013 — Eco
The company Velvetwire has designed new energy efficient chargers called the Powerslayer. This device helps reduce the amount of unnecessary power used by USB chargers providing a smarter energy future. It is a cost-effective and efficient way to charge a mobile device, eliminate energy waste and improve your battery performance at all times. Velvetwire describes the Powerslayer as “Savvy. Responsible. Convenient. Elegant. And very, very intelligent.”

This product is designed to maintain all your devices with the best power supply possible and not waste a single source of energy. Your devices will improve in performance by getting the most out of your battery when being charged with the Powerslayer. This is just the next step in designing energy-efficient chargers that will make a difference with future electronic devices.
Trend Themes
1. Energy-efficient Chargers - Manufacturers of electronic devices can leverage this technology to differentiate themselves from competitors, by providing users with cost-effective, intelligent charging solutions and sustainable energy alternatives.
2. Smart Charging Devices - Developments in smart charging devices will continue to be a trend in the technology industry, with more emphasis being on energy efficiency, convenience and sustainability.
3. Battery Performance Sustainability - New technology that improve the charging process while maintaining battery performance sustainability will become more popular due to the trend toward environmentally sustainable electronics.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can leverage this technology to improve their products while introducing environmental sustainability into their brand.
2. Technology Manufacturing - Technology manufacturers can implement energy-efficient chargers to meet energy efficiency requirements as well as improve their bottom line by reducing manufacturing costs and improving customer experience.
3. Sustainability - Companies that specialize in sustainability can leverage the Powerslayer to move toward cleaner energy alternatives, improve market share, and generate goodwill in their target market segment.
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