We spent some time looking at the latest generation of computing devices and how the embedding of AI could drastically reshape the risk profile of corporate IT departments. The new systems that are about to replace the PCs we’ve known for decades, not only push the...
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IT Product’s Sustainability Reviews and Ratings by Compliance Standards
AI PCs: 10 Things ITADs and Recyclers Should Expect Four Years from Now
A new generation of AI-capable laptops, desktops, workstations, and servers will hit the market this year, promising to change what we know about computing devices. IT asset disposition (ITAD) professionals will also need to prepare for a wave of hardware unlike...
Expect Major Enhancements in Enterprise Hardware, and Major Challenges Ahead
A new generation of computers is beginning to hit the market and profiling them suggests that you should expect a profound reshaping of the enterprise hardware landscape to take place in the months and years to come. The technological advancements that have emerged...
Dell’s Latest AI-Driven Commercial Devices and Their Sustainability Considerations
Dell’s introduction of the Pro Max with GB300 and the Pro Rugged 14 marks a continued push into AI-enabled computing while incorporating sustainability measures in design and lifecycle management. These devices serve distinct markets—one aimed at high-performance AI...
Microsoft Surface Pro (11th Gen, 2025) – ARM-Based AI PC with Efficiency Gains and Sustainability Gaps
Overall Rating: 6.9/10 Released on February 18, 2025, the 11th-generation Microsoft Surface Pro marks a major shift for the Surface lineup. Built around the Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus chips, this model belongs to a new category of ARM-based “AI PCs” featuring...
Framework Laptop 13 (5th Gen, 2025) – Modular by Design, Built for Circularity
Overall Rating: 8.1/10 The Framework Laptop 13 (5th Gen), released in May 2025, continues to redefine what sustainable computing can look like. It stands out for its fully modular design, user-replaceable components, and commitment to transparency. This generation...
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) – Ultra-Thin Design Meets AI Innovation
Overall Rating: 6.9/10 Announced on May 12, 2025, and available from May 30, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the slimmest Galaxy S series smartphone to date, measuring just 5.8mm in thickness and weighing 163 grams. It combines a sleek design with advanced AI features...
Acer Swift Edge 14 AI (2025) – Lightweight Innovation, But What About Repairability?
Overall Rating: 6.9/10 Unveiled at Computex 2025 and shipping to European markets in June 2025, the Acer Swift Edge 14 AI targets mobile professionals seeking high performance in an ultra-thin package. Built around Intel’s Lunar Lake platform, the system integrates...
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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6: Lightweight Business Laptop with Modest Sustainability Transparency
“Note: As of March 2025, the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 has been announced but is not yet commercially available on Lenovo’s U.S. website. This review is based on available specifications and sustainability reporting from Lenovo’s public sources.” Overall Rating: 7.0/10 The...
HP ZBook Fury G1i: Product Sustainability Rating: 7.4
Introduction Rated 7.4 for its sustainability features, the HP ZBook Fury G1i is a powerful mobile workstation that stands out in terms of modularity and enterprise readiness—but it falls short in critical areas of environmental transparency, material reporting, and...
NVIDIA DGX Spark: High-Performance AI System with Minimal Sustainability Transparency
Rated 6.0, the NVIDIA DGX Spark delivers high local AI performance in a compact form factor built on the Grace Blackwell platform. Designed for AI researchers and developers, the device allows local fine-tuning and inference of large models while reducing reliance on...
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Sustainability in Numbers
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Over 80% of electronic waste generated globally is not properly recycled, leading to environmental hazards and resource loss.
More than 7.5 million tons of e-waste is produced annually in the U.S. alone, emphasizing the need for responsible IT asset disposal.
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Manufacturing a new laptop accounts for 50% of its total carbon footprint, making refurbished and recycled hardware a more sustainable option.
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Assessments
Framework Laptop 13 (5th Gen, 2025) – Modular by Design, Built for Circularity
Overall Rating: 8.1/10 The Framework Laptop 13 (5th Gen), released in May 2025, continues to redefine what sustainable computing can look like. It stands out for its fully modular design, user-replaceable components, and commitment to transparency. This generation...
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) – Ultra-Thin Design Meets AI Innovation
Overall Rating: 6.9/10 Announced on May 12, 2025, and available from May 30, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the slimmest Galaxy S series smartphone to date, measuring just 5.8mm in thickness and weighing 163 grams. It combines a sleek design with advanced AI features...
Acer Swift Edge 14 AI (2025) – Lightweight Innovation, But What About Repairability?
Overall Rating: 6.9/10 Unveiled at Computex 2025 and shipping to European markets in June 2025, the Acer Swift Edge 14 AI targets mobile professionals seeking high performance in an ultra-thin package. Built around Intel’s Lunar Lake platform, the system integrates...
