Electronics Recycling: Breaking The E-Waste Addiction

Electronics Recycling: Breaking The E-Waste Addiction You may recently have seen news reports covering the issue with recycling in the UK. Most of us are now attuned to the fact that we can recycle bottles, tins and paper but more attention is now being focused on electronics recycling. Here at Hi5 we fully appreciate the […]
CES 2019: Electronic Product Designer’s Digest

CES 2019: Electronic Product Designer’s Digest Held each January in Las Vegas, CES is the world’s premier consumer electronics show. For electronics designers, the media and the general public CES is a chance to see the upcoming year’s technology first – all in one place. Some ground-breaking products will go on to define a new generation of […]
Fourth Industrial Revolution: Is Your Job Future-Proof?

Fourth Industrial Revolution: Is Your Job Future-Proof? Artificial intelligence (AI) will have a big effect on the Fourth Industrial Revolution and cause more disruption than the steam engine and the First Industrial Revolution, according to the Bank of England’s Chief Economist. Do you have the right skills to stop you becoming technologically obsolete? We explore […]
No End In Sight For Component Shortage

No End In Sight For Component Shortage An unprecedented increase in demand for components has left many electronics manufacturers unable to get their hands on valuable parts. Although suppliers are starting to ramp up investment and increase capacity, analysts are warning that the supply crisis could run on into 2019 and beyond, leading to even […]
Halogen Ban: The Best Way To Switch To LED Bulbs

Halogen Ban: The Best Way To Switch To LED Bulbs Halogen light bulbs will start disappearing from shelves from the end of this month following an EU-wide sales ban. Although new LED bulbs are more expensive to buy compared with halogens, businesses and households will be able to make savings in the long-run through energy […]