Tag: Eco
Apple responds to EPEAT green-certification pull-out
Earlier this week, it was revealed that Apple had pulled out of the EPEAT certification program that awarded company's whose products had stellar green credentials. Now Apple have released a statement explaining why they have done so. Apple spokesperson Kristin…
Apple pull out of green-tech EPEAT rating program: Retina MacBook to blame?
Apple have pulled out of the the EPEAT certification program that highlights consumer tech products that are notable for the environmental friendliness. Backed by the US government, EPEAT rewards manufacturers whose products are easily recyclable and energy efficient. Apple have…
LG phones going green-friendly by 2012
LG have revealed plans to re-think their manufacturing processes in an attempt to boost their green credentials. Instead of using conventional magnesium, LG will build its mobile devices using Eco Magnesium,"a new type of clean magnesium [that] will reduce greenhouse…
Review: Jivo Element Earphones
I have recently been testing out the Element earphones by Jivo. I was initially intrigued by the fact they are made from renewable natural materials, something rare in earphones. I love the look of the natural rosewood encasing, a…
Proporta launch new Smart self-assembly range of eco-friendly smartphone cases
If you're the sort of person who keeps a track on your carbon footprint with every carefully weighted step, you may want to have a look at Proporta's latest Smart range of eco-freindly smartphone cases. With a strong focus…
Nokia looking to patent self-recharging phone batteries
Nokia are looking to file a patent for a mechanism that would allow phone batteries to recharge themselves when out and about by collecting the kinetic energy generated by movement. It'd work like this: the heavier components within a phone…
S5200 3D ready video projector on the way from Acer for all your Avatar watching needs
If 3D TV's still feel a little like a pipe dream, the thought of a massive 3D projection set up in your house must sound like a fantasy conjured in cinephile heaven. Looks like Acer are here to fulfil those…
Turbine City concept – Gallery
It gets pretty windy in Norway apparently. Well, windy enough for On Office's idea for a city built within wind turbines not to sound completely ludicrous anyway. The concept here is that with turbines growing in size to accommodate our…
Vexia go green with Econav 480 and 380 sat navs
We all want to be a little friendlier to the environment, but electric cars still reek of "geek" rather than "chic". If you're trying to be a little greener whilst in your motor, why not have a look at Vexia's…
Sony Ericsson Elm, Sony Ericsson Hazel and Bluetooth Noise Shield Handsfree VH700 announced
Sony Ericsson have announced the arrival of two new eco-friendly handsets and a Bluetooth headset as part of their GreenHeart portfolio. The Sony Ericsson Hazel, Sony Ericsson Elm and Bluethooth Noise Shield Handfree VH700 are made from recycled plastics, are…