Trickle Star Shuts Off PC Peripherals (CES 2009)
Marissa Brassfield — January 11, 2009 — Eco
References: tricklestar & treehugger
The Trickle Star PC TrickleSaver is a device that aims to minimize standby power waste by automatically powering off computer peripherals when your computer is turned off.
In this way, the Trickle Star PC TrickleSaver acts as a go-between; it plugs into both your computer and a power strip, intuitively cutting the power to the strip when your PC is shut down. Since most people don't use their printer or sync their mobile devices and MP3 players when their computer is turned off, the Trickle Star PC TrickleSaver minimizes the amount of energy wasted by peripherals that are left on unnecessarily.
In this way, the Trickle Star PC TrickleSaver acts as a go-between; it plugs into both your computer and a power strip, intuitively cutting the power to the strip when your PC is shut down. Since most people don't use their printer or sync their mobile devices and MP3 players when their computer is turned off, the Trickle Star PC TrickleSaver minimizes the amount of energy wasted by peripherals that are left on unnecessarily.
Trend Themes
1. Energy-saving Devices - Opportunity for innovators to create devices that minimize standby power waste and automatically power off peripherals when not in use.
2. Smart Home Automation - Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create automated systems that can turn off peripherals and reduce energy waste without user intervention.
3. Sustainable Technology - Growing trend of integrating eco-friendliness in technology, which can also lead to energy-efficient electronics and reduce power waste.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Industry opportunities for companies to design and manufacture energy-saving devices such as Trickle Star's PC TrickleSaver.
2. Smart Home Systems - Industry opportunities for companies to develop smart home systems integrating automation to minimize power waste of gadgets and peripherals.
3. Renewable Energy - Growing industry trend of integrating renewable energy in powering electronics and gadgets to minimize energy waste and establish sustainable technology.
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