New tablets, smartphones and wearable technology are popular gifts each Valentine’s Day. With new devices in-hand, old devices are no longer of use. Instead of storing unused cellphones, tablets or computers in a drawer, reselling and recycling bring further use to old devices. Many U.S. cities have electronics recycling collection sites to ensure responsible electronics…
According Android Authority, new Right to Repair bills have been proposed in five states, including Kansas, Minnesota, Massachusetts, Nebraska and New York. If enacted, Right to Repair legislation is a step towards a more sustainable electronics repair and refurbishment industry. This legislation would require manufacturers to sell replacement parts and provide service manuals to independent…
International Data Corporation (IDC) reports overall tablet shipments continued to decline for the second consecutive year during 2016. IDC indicates 52.9 million tablets shipped during Q4 of 2016, a 20.1 percent decrease from Q4 2015. Aside from Q4, 174.8 million tablets shipped during 2016, a 15.6 decrease from shipments during 2015. Decreasing tablet shipments could…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 2/6-2/10 10-year anniversary iPhone rumored to cost more than $1,000 With Apple’s newest iPhone reveal approaching, rumors about the device’s design are picking up. One rumor in particular indicates the 10-year anniversary iPhone could cost more than $1,000. Reported data breaches increased 40%…
With Apple’s newest iPhone reveal approaching, rumors about the device’s design are picking up. One rumor in particular indicates the 10-year anniversary iPhone could cost more than $1,000. Fast Company reports Apple may trade in the iPhone’s traditional LCD display for an OLED display, and upgrade the new device’s memory capabilities. If this is true,…
A report from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) and CyberScout indicates the amount of data breaches reached an all-time high during 2016. According to the report’s findings, 1,093 data breaches were reported in the U.S. last year, a 40 percent increase from 780 during 2015. Last year, the business sector was the most targeted,…