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Top 5 ‘Vampire Devices’ That Consume Electricity On Standby

Vampire devices are electrical devices that draw power when not being used. A UK study found that these energy-sucking items cost the average household £147 ($182) every year. This research looks at 13 standard devices, but the average household uses 41 electrical devices, which could increase potential costs. Here are the top five vampire devices that could be costing you money.

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