Clues for Identifying Products with Standby Power Use

A wide array of products consume standby power, but it's often difficult to be certain which do and do not. Here are some clues to help identify products with standby power use.

remote control
e.g. TV, VCR, room air conditioner, fax machine
continuous digital display
e.g. microwave oven, washing machine
rechargeable battery
e.g. cell phone, portable tools, dustbutser, security system
soft-touch keypad
e.g. microwave oven, washing machine