Survey Finds Parents Own More Gadgets Than Most Americans And Are Frustrated With The Clutter Of Cords
Posted on November 11, 2010
Filed under: Media, News
Consumers Seek Better Charging Methods and Welcome Wireless Options
BETHEL, Conn., Nov. 11, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Americans love gadgets and parents in particular have more electronic devices in their households than the general adult population, according to an IPSOS poll conducted on behalf of Duracell. The survey found that three-quarters (75 percent) of parents rely on their mobile devices to help them accomplish things they need to do during the day, and keeping them charged is part of the daily to-do lists of 65 percent of parents. However, 62 percent of parents — and 59 percent of adults — dislike the cords that come with their gadgets and 68 percent feel frustrated by cords cluttering up the home.
The aesthetic impact charging cords have on homes is also a concern for up to 82 percent of parents and 76 percent of adults, who agree that less charger cord clutter would improve their home decor. According to the survey, keeping living spaces neat makes 77 percent of adults and 80 percent of parents less stressed, and up to 84 percent of parents and 79 percent of adults feel that having one place to charge their devices would keep them better organized.
With 74 percent of U.S. households owning at least one mobile phone, they want a simpler way to keep them powered — 79 percent of adults believe that being able to charge their devices wirelessly would make life easier. Parents are particularly enthusiastic about being able to charge their devices wirelessly compared to the general adult population, with 86 percent in agreement that wirelessly charging their devices would make their life easier. This sentiment can be linked to the fact that up to 85 percent of parents and 78 percent of adults feel that it’s annoying to have one charger for each device.
The Duracell myGrid charging pad helps alleviate the frustrations consumers experience with keeping their devices charged. It can simultaneously charge up to four gadgets without the mess of multiple cords and is compatible with top-selling devices (e.g. iPhone, BlackBerrys, HTC, LG etc.).
“As our lives become increasingly mobile and we rely on devices to get through the day, keeping them fully charged is crucial. The Duracell myGrid wireless charging pad is designed to provide the convenience of charging multiple devices at once with only one cord to plug into an outlet,” said Bob Jacobs, Duracell marketing director-North America. “We’re thrilled to offer a product that not only helps people keep their devices powered but also helps them to enjoy being at home without the clutter and confusion of tangled charging cords.”
By offering the convenience of charging multiple gadgets at one time, the Duracell myGrid gives parents and adults a solution that simplifies charging, allows them to feel more organized, de-clutters their homes and ultimately helps to reduce their daily stress.
This national survey was conducted online by IPSOS Public Affairs on October 19-21, 2010 using a national sample of 1,723 adults over the age of 18 — including 500 parents living with children under 18. For the full report of the survey visit: http://ipsos-na.com/news-polls/pressrelease.aspx?id=5039
About Duracell
Part of the Procter & Gamble Company (PG: 64.36 -0.21 -0.33%), Duracell has been powering people around the world for more than 40 years. Our products serve as the heart of devices that keep people connected, protect their families, entertain them and simplify their increasingly mobile lifestyles. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance alkaline batteries, Duracell also innovates in disposable, renewable and peripheral technologies and markets general purpose flashlights along with the advanced Daylite® LED flashlights. Visit www.duracell.com for more information, follow us on Twitter.com/Duracell_Power, and like us on Facebook.com/Duracell.
About Procter & Gamble
Four billion times a day, P&G brands touch the lives of people around the world. The company has one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Pampers®, Tide®, Ariel®, Always®, Whisper®, Pantene®, Mach3®, Bounty®, Dawn®, Gain®, Pringles®, Charmin®, Downy®, Lenor®, Iams®, Crest®, Oral-B®, Duracell®, Olay®, Head & Shoulders®, Wella®, Gillette®, Braun® and Fusion®.
The P&G community includes approximately 127,000 employees working in about 80 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and in-depth information about P&G and its brands.
SOURCE Procter & Gamble Company
WildCharge™ Wire-Free Technology by PureEnergy Solutions™ Featured in Concept Car at Paris Motor Show
Posted on October 8, 2010
Filed under: Media, News, Press Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WildCharge™ Wire-Free Technology by PureEnergy Solutions™ Featured in Concept Car at Paris Motor Show
The WildCharge AutoPad™ and new wire-free accessories included in future car shown in the Orange™ booth
Toronto, Ontario Canada, October 8, 2010 (Filing Services Canada via COMTEX) — Pure Energy Visions Corporation (PEV – TSX Venture) (XYQ – FWB), (”PEV” or the “Corporation”), is pleased to announce that Pure Energy Solutions Inc., a company in which PEV is the largest shareholder of, and a leader in economical and green energy storage solutions with its RAMcell battery technology and wire-free power with its WildCharge™ technology, has been selected by Orange, one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world, to have its WildCharge technology showcased in a high-end concept car by Gruau at the Paris Motor Show. The concept car, a family vehicle with luxury and convenience at the forefront, has a WildCharge AutoPad and a variety of charging accessories as part of the bundle of accessories being shown off.
“The European Union has been a vibrant market for wire-free charging and the Paris Motor Show is the perfect place for Orange to display this technology. This concept car represents what families desire in a vehicle right now, and we’re pleased to say that our technology being featured will be available for consumers in the very near future,” said Dennis Grant, CEO of PureEnergy Solutions.
Inside the car, show attendees will see the soon-to-be-released 90-watt WildCharge Pad for vehicles along with several new WildCharge hard cases and gel skins for phones like the iPhone 4G and new Blackberry Bold. The AutoPad is shown charging up a variety of mobile devices at once including a notebook computer, two iPhones, and a video game controller. Users will be able to simply plug the WildCharge AutoPad into the DC outlet in their car, and then charge up to five devices at once by simply placing them on the pad in no particular order.
Orange selected the WildCharge technology over competing solutions because of its’ compatibility with the largest variety of devices, price point, and compatibility with WildCharge accessories available from number of world-renown name brands. Orange felt that WildCharge was the best wire-free solution for its customer base and the perfect compliment to the concept car.
The Paris Motor Show, which runs between Oct. 2 and 17, showcases the innovation and development in the worldwide automobile industry. This year’s show will see vehicles that break new ground in safety, energy and the environment.
About Pure Energy Visions Corporation
Pure Energy Visions Corporation is an investment holding company with its principal investment in Pure Energy Solutions, Inc.
About Pure Energy Solutions, Inc.
Pure Energy Solutions, Inc. is a Boulder, CO-based company that is revolutionizing power delivery to portable electronic devices through its branded WildCharge™ wire-free power technology, and is a leading supplier of sustainable and environmentally responsible rechargeable battery products with its RAMcell™ rechargeable alkaline batteries. PureEnergy Solutions is the first company to offer commercially available wire-free charging technology that works with multiple devices across multiple brands, and carries the Eco Logo certification for its environmentally responsible battery designs and products. Through its Technology Licensing Program and WildCharge Mark of Interoperability, PureEnergy Solutions allows licensing partners the ability to create and manufacture products that integrate wire-free technology into their solutions and bring them to market quickly. PureEnergy Solutions enjoys a growing network of licensing partners and distributors, and its products are sold in over 75 countries. For more information on PureEnergy Solutions products and licensing opportunities, go to www.pureenergy.com.
Pure Energy Visions Corporation Contact:
Paul Simmonds
647 400 0125
pwsimmonds@pevi.ca
This news release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially due to a number of factors, including those discussed in the management discussion and analysis section of our interim and most recent annual financial statements or other reports and filings with the TSX Venture Exchange and applicable Canadian securities regulators, the parties’ ability to complete the transactions as contemplated by the letter of intent and the anticipated benefits of the transaction. All forward-looking statements made in this news release are made as of the date hereof and we do not undertake any duty to update any forward-looking statements herein.
The TSX Venture Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved of the contents of this press release, and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy nor accuracy of this information.
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WXYZ TV review of WildCharge
Posted on August 16, 2010
Filed under: Video
WXYZ TV review of WildCharge… a system to charge your devices without all the plugs and wires. Just put the device in a protective skin and set it on the pad. Easy as that.
Review of PureEnergy alkaline batteries
Posted on July 21, 2010
Filed under: Video
Don’t be caught without power for your remote control, digital camera, or portable media player again. This eco-friendly set offers a four-position wall charger, a USB charger, and an assortment of rechargeable AA and AAA alkaline batteries to keep your devices up and running at all times.
Your next laptop: Concept designs point the way
Posted on June 10, 2010
Filed under: News
Most of the rest of today’s prototypes use conventional AC adapters, but George Holmes, vice president for sales and marketing at PureEnergy Solutions, has a different idea.
Fight the Power Cord
Posted on May 16, 2010
Filed under: News
The curse of doing business in an increasingly mobile world is the seemingly perennial issue of poor battery life in our laptops and mobile devices. Device battery chargers are both the lifelines that free us to roam and our transitory tethers to terra firma.
CTIA 2010 – Interview with Greg Wolff
Posted on April 8, 2010
Filed under: Video
Carl Ford of TMCnet media speaks with Greg Wolff, VP Product & Integration Services with PureEnergy Solutions.
Smarter Departure
Posted on April 8, 2010
Filed under: News
Once you arrive at your hotel, the PureEnergy WildCharge Pad will let you charge up to five phones at once from a mat that’s about the size of a mouse pad—totally wire-free.
iGrip Mount Brings Inductive Charging to Your Windshield
Posted on April 8, 2010
Filed under: News
At CES this past January we took a look at a number of high-end concept dashboards destined to fill up the insides of the car of the future.
PureEnergy Solutions Takes Battery Charging to a Whole New Level
Posted on April 8, 2010
Filed under: News
While tackling the battery challenge would be a significant undertaking, providing users with the ability to easily charge their mobile device no matter where they are or the number of devices is one that PureEnergy Solutions decided fit right within its expertise.
How Rechargeable Batteries Work
Posted on April 5, 2010
Filed under: Featured
See how our rechargeable batteries are made.
Wire-free Charger
Posted on January 10, 2010
Filed under: News
PureEnergy Solution shows one device that can recharge almost any other device—without wires. See our hands-on demonstration on how it works.
7 Small Companies With Big Inventions and Innovations
Posted on January 10, 2010
Filed under: News
When the year offers little future tech from the big guns, it may be time turn to smaller companies who are often more agile, able to take bigger risks and follow boundary-pushing ideas. Here are 7 products and innovations coming out of the little guys.
CES 2010 First Impressions
Posted on January 9, 2010
Filed under: News
Next on my list were some great innovations from a little known company competing with the recent favorite Power Mat. They are called Wild Charge and they bring to the table a much different take on matt charging.
Kimball Office and KI Launch New Technology at CES
Posted on January 8, 2010
Filed under: News
Kimball Office recently teamed with Colorado-based PureEnergy Solutions to provide wire-free charging technology built directly into office desks and workstations.
