Oblio is a 10-watt charger that uses UV-C LEDs to disinfect the smartphone placed inside it, while simultaneously fully charging the phone wirelessly in under three hours. Oblio takes a mere 20 minutes to eliminate 99.9 per cent of viruses (including the H1N1 virus) present on the surfaces of a device; this is supported by lab test results.
Statement by the Jury
The flowing vase shape of this sanitising charging device gives it aesthetic appeal. It sparks enthusiasm from both a design and a functional point of view, while its black colour scheme allows it to blend into any environment.
