Most of us love our cell phones. Although they were initially created as a way to keep in touch and have emergency contact on the go, cell phones have become so much more. Now, they’re also our calendar, email inbox, social network, reading device, music player, GPS, and pretty much anything else you need them to be.
Oftentimes, when a newer, cooler device comes out, we want to upgrade and see what more we can do — but then what do we do with our old one? If you want to recycle cell phones for cash, you can. You just need to know how.
How to recycle cell phones for cash:
Ask your cell phone carrier. Many will pay you or remove a percentage from your new phone purchase if you recycle your old phone through them. Although you won’t be getting back 100 percent of what you paid for it, you’ll be getting back a good amount and saving money on the new phone you were buying anyway.
Sell it online. If your phone still works fine, you can sell it to someone looking to get a nicer phone for a cheaper price. To successfully sell a phone online, you want to list the specs of the device, the date you bought it, how much you used it, the battery life information, memory information, what you originally paid, and an explanation of your depreciation value. If you thoroughly explain why your price is fair, it can’t be easily argued down. Make sure you also have the means of shipping it.
Sell it for parts. Some electronic or cell phone repair businesses will buy your old phone so they can use the spare screen, back, battery, hardware, etc. Although this is a rather unconventional way to recycle cell phones for cash, it still is a viable option.
Getting More Information
Getting rid of your cell phone is just one step before you get an even better one. For help recycling or picking out the best phone for you, TalkLocal can connect you with the professionals in your area who have the answers you need. We will get you on the phone with three quality service professionals so you can pick the best one.
