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IDC: Global smartphone market returns to positive growth

Fri, 8th Nov 2019
Global smartphone shipments increase in Q3 2019, ending seven quarters of decline, says IDC. Indian market leads growth. Chinese brands rise.
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Got an old mobile phone lying around? Recycle it for free

Mon, 14th Oct 2019
If you’ve got an old mobile phone lying around that you know you’ll probably never use again, now’s the time to recycle it for free.
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Schneider Electric calculates the costs of data centers

Thu, 15th Aug 2019
Data center operators and users now have access to a new tool that provides cost analysis for different types of IT infrastructure deployment.
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Rocket Lab will reuse its rockets for future launches

Wed, 7th Aug 2019
Rocket Lab aims to reuse its Electron rockets for every mission, starting with an ocean recovery operation next year, boosting launch frequency.
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HPE leverages technology to address societal and environmental needs

Wed, 10th Jul 2019
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has released its 2018 Living Progress Report, revealing the business benefits of using technology to address global issues.
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Google reveals steps towards data center sustainability

Mon, 29th Apr 2019
Google unveils innovative steps to enhance data center sustainability, leveraging AI for energy efficiency and promoting circular reuse of server components.
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Founder of AKL's Generator exits as Precinct Properties takes over

Thu, 28th Feb 2019
Precinct Properties takes full ownership of Auckland's Generator, leading to founder Ryan Wilson's departure but promising new opportunities for expansion.
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Used device market held back by lack of data security regulations

Thu, 14th Feb 2019
A lack of robust data security regulations is causing consumer mistrust and stunting the growth of the used mobile device market, Blancco's study reveals.
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Digital divide anxiety as school year looms

Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
As technology in the classroom becomes a necessity, many children could be starting at a disadvantage as the financial strain becomes too much.
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Equinix to launch data centre in Hamburg, its fourth German market

Thu, 10th Jan 2019
It’s clear that Equinix is not wasting any time getting settled in for the new year with news of another data centre on the way with a hefty price tag.
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HPE promotes 'circular economy' for end-of-use tech

Wed, 19th Dec 2018
HPE is planning to show businesses worldwide that throwing old tech and assets into landfill is not the best option when it comes to end-of-use disposal.
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Fujitsu’s WA data centre undergoing efficiency upgrade

Wed, 12th Dec 2018
Fujitsu's Malaga data centre in Perth has hit a four-star rating from National Australia Built Environment Rating System (NABERS).
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Google says ‘circular economy’ needed for data centres

Tue, 11th Dec 2018
Google's Sustainability Officer believes major changes are critical in data centres to emulate the cyclical life of nature.
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HPE donates refurbished equipment to Tonga via non-profit Heilala

Mon, 26th Nov 2018
Following HPE’s Sydney office refurbishment, the company donated workstations and furniture to organisations in Tonga through non-profit Heliala.
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UK IT company wins NHS hospital data centre maintenance contract

Wed, 6th Jun 2018
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Trust has awarded a data centre maintenance contract to Secure I.T. Environments over the next three years.
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Exclusive Interview - Bigwood talks the new, improved Ingram NZ

Thu, 8th Mar 2018
Ingram Micro NZ’s executive managing director and ChannelLife sat down to talk new facilities and strategy for 2018 and beyond.
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MYOB opens new office in Chch with co-working space for startup customers

Thu, 15th Feb 2018
The building features a wellness room, energy (fitness) room, library, gaming room, IT Genius Bar, internal training room.
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Connexion snaps up local IT service provider Security Shift

Thu, 11th Jan 2018
Melbourne's Connexion Media to acquire Security Shift Group for AUD $5 million, enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities and expanding technological expertise.
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Only 20% of e-waste is recycled - and this needs to change, says United Nations

Thu, 14th Dec 2017
A new report reveals that e-waste is a growing crisis, with 44.7 million metric tonnes generated in 2016, and a further increase predicted for 2021.
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EB Games now offering a console and controller repair service

Wed, 13th Sep 2017
If your video game console or controller is broken, you can now take it to your local EB Games store and they can get it fixed for you.