Other names and terms for phantom power are: phantom load, idle current, vampire power, wall wart... but it's all talking about the same thing. (green.thefuntimesguide.com)
Sounds great... but will people actually use it?O2's charger utilizes a power control system that cuts power going to the phone once the battery is charged — essentially reducing phantom power. (treehugger.com)
Another common but overlooked source of energy use in the home is vampire power, also known as phantom power or standby load. (terrapass.com)