Since the first cell phone charger was designed, the age old problem of too many chargers has been a common issue. Each household contains a plethora of electronic devices, and therefore an abundance of chargers, but the number one problem seems to be mismatched chargers. Imagine leaving the house to visit a friend only to…
Desktops, laptops, tablets, even our cell phones help us conduct business whether it’s in the office or at home, but eventually each device needs to be upgraded, and rather than making a graveyard stack in a deserted supply closet, we encourage you to consider partnering with an ITAD enterprise like HOBI International. IT asset disposition…
As 2021 comes to an end, and 2022 begins, HOBI would like to kick off the new year with positive, eco-friendly resolutions for your old electronics. HOBI is a certified R2, RIOS and ISO 14001 enterprise, and we care about your IT assets, or rather, where they go once you’ve retired them. Electronic waste is…
As 2021comes to an end, we reflect on some of the changes that have taken place within the ITAD industry, some larger than others. Below is a year-in-review of our top stories covering industry news including the R2v3 compliance update, the rise of the Right to Repair movement, and the Invest in America Act passed…
Everyone loves getting new electronics, but what most don’t realize is the dangers that result from the abundance of e-waste created and the hazards of improper disposal of electronics and batteries. Some electronics are manufactured with Lithium Ion Batteries, which are known to cause fires when damaged. Many Materials Recovery Facilities have been affected by…
The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is planning to make some additions to the state’s e-scrap program via an emergency rulemaking action. The additions include OLED display devices, LCD smart displays, and LCD tablets. As a result, the e-scrap companies can receive payments for the collection and recycling of these devices from the…