Your phone is gross.
No, really. It’s probably covered with a bunch of germs you do not want to know the name of. And you know it’s true but admitting it is kind of gross too because that means you’re OK with putting all that up to your face.
I get it. Because – and I’m not afraid to admit it – I’m a germophobe and the idea of actually determining what is on my phone just makes me pale.
If your stomach can handle it, you can click on the image above to read a bunch of information on the Phone Soap site which details why our phones are so gross. Me, I’m OK not knowing every little detail – what I needed was a way to combat it!
And here folks…here it is.
The PhoneSoap Charger is the first and only cell phone charger that cleans and sanitizes your phone in less than five minutes while it charges, and it is the safest and most complete way to kill all the bacteria growing on your phone. Using UV light to safely get rid of bacteria, the PhoneSoap charger does not use heat, liquid or chemicals. PhoneSoap Charger is universal, and designed to fit even the largest smartphones. No need to worry if you want to charge and clean your phone overnight, the PhoneSoap charger has unique acoustic outlets designed to let you hear your notifications and alarms even when your phone is inside. You will be able to hear your alarm, notifications and calls loud and clear.
I’d love this device just on it’s ability to sanitize my phone, but the fact that it’s a charger too makes me love it even more. It’s a smart idea to combine the two. You have to charge your phone anyway, so this way you will remember to sanitize it because it’s right there, so why not? The UV light is perfectly safe for your phone (it’s only on for 4 minutes each time you use it).
The PhoneSoap Charger is available in the US, where shipping is only $4.95 to get it to your door in 3-5 business days. They do ship internationally but unfortunately the shipping is $24.95 to Canada so here’s hoping PhoneSoap finds some Canadian retailer partners in 2014! 😉
I think this is the coolest thing I have ever seen! When people show me photos on their phones, I quiver, thinking, omg what is on their phone that I can’t see LOL. My phone probably isn’t the cleanest either, but I o wash my hands constantly all day, since I have a toddler who is not potty trained, but also because its good hygiene. I also wipe my iPad and iPhone with Lysol on a paper towel as much as I can. SO I would say I am a bit of a germophobe lol
perfect. now can they make one for doorknobs?
I think I do remember having read, somewhere, that phones are dirtier than toilets. Or something. This gadget is cool. And anything that potentiall stops colds and flu at this time of year is welcome.
What a great idea combining the cleaning with the charging of the phone.
i think its absolutely brilliant. to have something that cleans your phone and charges at the same time is amazing. i always use wipes to clean my phone but would love to try this
What a great idea to great rid of the germs
After reading this I just want to drive to the states and pick one up, I’m so grossed out. yuk
You never rally think about the amount of germs on something like your phone. I just cant believe how gross it is. Ewwww. I will never look at it the same way again
I honestly never think about the amount of germs on my phone plus do not worry about it. I doubt I would bother buying it but won’t turn it down if I win it.
ps —–you also misspelt ship as shit–just saying 🙂
How friggin cool is that. I am going to invest in one of these.
That’s so cool! I’ve heard of this for toothbrushes but it’s a great idea for phones. I don’t want to know all the germs that are on my phone.
im am a huge germaphobe I practically strap lysol wipes to me. i love this idea.
It makes sense as germs are everywhere., People think up everything!
I love that it works without chemicals!
This would be a good one for my son who can not keep his phone out of his hands. We are an immune comprimised house and anything that keeps the germs down is welcome.
This is probably the coolest invention I have ever seen. I’m constantly cleaning my phone with lysol wipes, but this is so much smarter!
Very useful for anyone. I really like to have one :))
i have a nephew who is a germaphobe. He NEEDS this!
Interesting new device.
This would be great thanks. Cheers.
VERY cool!! especially as it so compact.
I can only imagine what is on my phone since I haven’t wiped it down for quite some time. This sounds like a great product and love that it is also a charger which would make it a product easy to use everyday.
This sounds like the perfect gift for me! I am a certified germaphobe, and I do constantly think about what germs are on my phone. I’m putting this on my Christmas list!
super idea I think its absolutely brilliant It makes sense as germs are everywhere
To be honest, I’m not even close to germaphobic. I’m very much in camp “it’s good for our immune systems to encounter germs from time to time.” That said, phones are gross, and they do spend a lot of time near our mouths, and with germ ridden kid trying to always grab at mine..well, some sanitation might not be a bad thing.
the things people come up with, this is interesting
It certainly is a unique product and I am one of the worst germophobes ever! As a community nurse, I wash my hands more times in a day than I could ever remember and I also use disinfectant wipes on my phone and other often used things. I doubt that cleaning my phone with chemicals is a good idea so this would offer a good, safe alternative.
I think it is really neat that it sanitizes and charges.
Oh yuck, I had no idea how disgusting cell phones would be. It makes sense though. Ugh. I would love something like to sanitize a lot of things actually, not just my cell phone! Germs freak me out, especially this time of year. We are travelling soon and I am so paranoid about picking up any nasty bugs before we go – I wish I could keep my daughter home from school until we go, and ditto for us with work (my husband takes transit, and I work at a public pool; amongst the 3 of us, just imagine how many germs we are in contact with each day!!). Last year we all got the stomach bug and it was awful. Ugh, I just realized I let my daughter use my cell phone to call my mom right after I picked her up from school… Sure wish I had this sanitizer to zap the germs on it right now!!
I think this is a great idea. I’m always concerned about the germs and “gunk” that my phone picks ups and especially when my son likes to play with my phone. He’s at the age when he put things in his mouth all the time so I’m always washing my phone case. This would be an excellent way to keep my phone germ-free and convenient too, since it does it while your phone charges.
Cell phones are so gross! What a great idea to have the phone sanitizer and charger in one so you know it will definitely get used.
Too bad that’s only for cell phones…remote controls soap would be great, too! 🙂 Dragon’s Den here I come! lol
I am such a germophobe and I like to sanitize everything so this is perfect!
That’s interesting, I never thought much about my phone being dirty since only I use it. Nice!
I think it is a cool product, wouldn’t go out of my way to buy it though.
Love the idea that it charges and sanitizes at the same time!
I think this is the best thing ever! I hope I win it.
you’ve given me one more thing to worry about. i am never getting out of bed!
That’s a clever little gadget.
my husband would love this, hes super paranoid about germs
nice idea!!
Sounds like an awesome idea
this is wild- just wild!
Does it really do what it says it does or is it just another gimmick? I am really sceptable about some of these products. I still feel soap and water is your best defense.
This would be really handy for anybody not just germaphobes! Really neat!
This may be a very good idea.
This would be awesome since my kids are always on my phone too playing games. With 5 hands touching it everyday I don’t even want to know what is on it! I wipe it down when I remember but I think I will start making it a daily chore!
phone is so gross when you think about it! This is a great product!
what a great idea to charge and clean your phone at the same time. sounds like a great product!
Oh my goodness, this would be perfect for me! I am a germophobe, and yet I always forget to clean my phone 🙁 I would love to give this a try – thanks for the chance to win 🙂
my germaphobe sister would love this. i heard phones are pretty dirty so might be a good thing to have
Eeewwwww! That’s a LOT of germs on the phone!
After reading about the PhoneSoap Charger I want to know if you can use it for toothbrushes! lol
I don’t want to use my phone any more, it’s so full of germs.
this is great – i have never thought about disinfecting my phone before, but it makes total sense.
Great product, I would love to have this for our family phones.
This amuses me! It’s probably a great idea but…germaphobe indeed 🙂
This sounds like a product I need. I have health issues that make it dangerous for me to get sick or an infection so if I can cut down on some of the germs that are on my phone it’s a great thing. Definitely hoping that it comes to a retailer in Canada. Thanks for the review.
This is awesome! I am a germophobe and I am always wiping down my phone with disinfecting wipes which I doubt do much, and it leaves a film on my phone.
I’m a massive germophobe as well and just can’t bear to see what my phone is covered in. Would love to try this out…the fact that it charges the phone is a huge advantage to boot.
I just try and not let the OCD get the best of me. Out of sight out of mind. If I don’t win, I’m getting me one of these!
VERY cool! I think this is a wonderful idea!
What an awesome idea!
I love this especially because my son always gets a hold of my phone and sucks on it.
never thought about disinfecting my phone before, yuck
I took my cover off a few months ago and it was black inside – gross!! I would be the first to try this product – I am always thinking about the germs on my phone given all the places it lands.
Wow sounds like this is a great idea ,phones are a germ collector and very dirty … when i take my otter box off its totally disgusting , i so want to win this ! thanks for the chance to win !!! 🙂
Great idea to charge and disinfect the phone, the dirtiest place these days.
Hmmm well there is another thing I never considered and now will be grossed out by, LOL
i think its awesome! kind of weird but great at the same time lol
I absolutely love this idea. I read a study about the bacteria found on most phones that totally creeped me out!
I NEED this!
very unique- never heard of it before. wow
Very interesting concept. Im sure hubby would like this as he is even more concerned with germs and is also the techie in the family.
I would love this! I hate when my kids hand me back my phone after playing games on it and it’s greasy and grimy!
what an interesting idea!
I’m an OR nurse, and I think this should be used on some of the Docs phones!
I am totally grossed out what’s on my phone! I need this!!
I almost think I would rather not know.
I’ve seen this type of blue lights for water lines etc and would love to clean my phone – I mean REALLY LOVE – Ewwwww germs!
I would be interested to try it, I have always tried cleaning it, but this is an interesting idea
I think this is a great idea, think of the places you have put your phone down for a minute.
Neat idea! I wonder if they will make one for laptops.
In today’s world, anytime you can do anything to reduce the chance of bacteria that can cause you to be ill..count me in like Flynn!!!
Have never seen one of these before!
never heard of it but would love to win
Greams can kill my son with having no immune system due to a heart transplant so having a clean phone is so important to us. I didn’t know they even made this one!
I must say I have never heard of a charger that kills bacteria and cleans your phone….how great is that…
I have a lot of friends that would love this!