Comments on: Standby Mode Turns Appliances Into Money Suckers

By: mr.pete

mr.pete — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:06:51 +0000

Look into a remote controlled power strip. I realize it is more convenient to leave a tv or any other electronic device on standby for a quick power on. A remote controlled power strip could offer the convenience of powering on devices from a distance, while leaving electronic devices off and not drawing any power.

By: Ann

Ann — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 08:20:12 +0000

Hey how could you say that!but this remind mi of ur buddly sh!t face bleh!

By: Lance

Lance — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 08:17:24 +0000

i hate this website it sucks!

By: Lance

Lance — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 17:54:43 +0000

This really got me thinking about all the things I have plugged in at home. And I unplugged a couple of things. Thanks for the reminder on this!

By: Ann

Ann — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:45:12 +0000

I’ve been aware for years that these things use electricity even when not in use. Because of that, I do use power strips or I unplug the item when it’s not in use. Every little bit helps and I don’t like spending my hard-earned money for nothing!

By: Alex Le

Alex Le — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 04:02:55 +0000

No doubt these appliances consume power non-stop. Personally I have my desktop computer on 24/7 (it’s originally a Dell SC420 server). Sometimes I feel bad about leaving it on all the time at home when I go to work, but then I can end up needing a file back home so I need to remote desktop back. My desktop alone probably consume quite a bit of power everyday and I am conscious about this fact. It is the cost for convenience.

I think people should be aware more about the “idling” power consumption and having something like the EnergyStar to regulate will definitely help.