A new report from Technavio indicates the global green data center market will experience substantial growth within the next four years. The market is reported to reach or exceed $55 million by 2021, growing at an overall CAGR of 14 percent. The market is anticipated to grow this amount as a result of the growing…
During late 2016, Samsung recalled millions of Galaxy Note 7 devices following multiple reports of exploding batteries. The recall costed Samsung an estimated $5.3 billion and led to a lengthy investigation regarding battery safety. Samsung faced criticism regarding the design of the devices, testing protocols and future disposal plans for the recalled devices. Instead of…
Malware, ransomware and other viruses are no longer a concern limited to personal computers. Smartphones and tablets are quickly becoming the main computing device choice among technology users, and malicious sources are targeting these devices to compromise the owner’s personal information. A virus can be downloaded unknowingly from email, unsecure websites, text messages and apps.…
The 10-year anniversary version of Apple’s flagship mobile device, the iPhone, is expected to be released this fall. The device, the iPhone 8, is anticipated to be one of the most sophisticated smartphones to date, and rumors of its capabilities are picking up as we approach its release date. A new report from Bloomberg indicates…
Apple plans to release the 10-year anniversary version of their flagship smartphone device, the iPhone, later this year. The iPhone 8 is one of the most anticipated device releases to date and is expected to drive major sales upon release. The iPhone 8’s splash in smartphone sales may also affect secondary markets, including device trade-ins…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 6/26-6/30 New Petya ransomware attack spread to more than 60 countries A new ransomware attack is running rampant across PCs worldwide. The malware, identified as a type of Petya ransomware, began targeting organizations worldwide Tuesday morning. This attack follows the high-profile WannaCry ransomware…