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IDC: Global smartphone market returns to positive growth

Fri, 8th Nov 2019
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Founder of AKL's Generator exits as Precinct Properties takes over

Thu, 28th Feb 2019
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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
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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
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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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HPE promotes 'circular economy' for end-of-use tech

Wed, 19th Dec 2018
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e-waste & recycling
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
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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
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Google's Sustainability Officer believes major changes are critical in data centres to emulate the cyclical life of nature.
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Exclusive Interview - Bigwood talks the new, improved Ingram NZ

Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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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
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software development
The building features a wellness room, energy (fitness) room, library, gaming room, IT Genius Bar, internal training room.
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Only 20% of e-waste is recycled - and this needs to change, says United Nations

Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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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
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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.
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Dynamo6 moves into new Hamilton office, adds four new members to push growth

Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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Dynamo6 is a specialist provider of cloud, mobile, web development and digital technology, and bespoke software solutions.
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Exclusive interview: The tech guru making construction more productive

Thu, 13th Jul 2017
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Businesses need to be adaptive and entrepreneurial. The disruption of the construction industry is a positive movement for the industry as a whole.
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Auckland's innovation precinct grows with two new buildings announced

Wed, 31st May 2017
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Phil Goff says the expansion of GridAKL plays an important role in driving growth of the region's technology sector, with 9000 jobs added in 5 years.
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Imagination at work – e-waste into school lunches

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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In 2016 the NZ Child Poverty Monitor reported that 48,000 children in New Zealand were living in material hardship, often going without life's basics.
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Samsung puts environment first: Note 7 recycling effort

Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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Samsung announces recycling plan for Galaxy Note 7 devices, including reselling refurbished units in different countries.