In the world of tech, waste is never truly waste. While new technologies are constantly coming out, there are still older technologies with so much potential to make impressive income. The longer we leave older models of technology to stay useless, the less value they develop. When we mention dated gadgets, we look at options such as phones, tablets, smart home devices, printers, TVs, computers, cameras, and so on. Technology experts have discovered great ways to get rid of older tech for decluttering or an added income. This article looks at some of the best ways to make money from your old tech.
1. Trade your tech for store credit
Maybe you don't want cash at the moment, but you'll love to build up your store credit for future purchases. Companies such as Amazon, Samsung, and apple have made trading old devices highly popular thanks to their trade-in programs. Depending on the store you trade with, you can receive store credit for old tech brought in. There's one major factor you need to consider before trading; you need to trade in your old tech for a newer model of the device you're selling. This might be good or bad, depending on your desire.
2. Change your tech into sellable art
Maybe you love your old tech so much that you'd rather keep it with you at home. Instead of keeping it in its original shape, you can change it into something more valuable, like art. Instead of allowing your old tech to collect dust in your storage, you can disassemble your old tech, rearrange them, and frame them into beautiful, quirky, memorable pieces of art.
The best part is that you can sell these pieces of art for extra income and give them out to friends and family.
3. Computer exchange
If you're looking for quick money from your old tech, you should consider using computer exchange. Computer exchange buys cs, DVDs, electrical goods, and mobile phones from users worldwide. Counter exchange is highly professional and a great place for instant remuneration. As a seller, you are privy to view how much you're likely to get paid on their website before submitting a bid.
4. Selling online
You might not believe it, but someone is looking forward to owning your old tech. The best way to get it to them is to sell it directly. No matter how defunct your device might seem, someone is always looking to make a purchase for personal use. You can try selling your old tech on online platforms such as eBay, declutter, gazelle, and Sella. Sales can also be done to recycling companies like electronics recycling Boston among others. These companies offer pickup services whhc mean you don't have to lift a finger when looking to sell your old tech for recycling. Recycling is great both for you and the environment, as it sustains the life cycle of raw materials involved, preventing waste and pollution.
Decluttering of tech does not have to be difficult. Look out for the options available and choose one that works best for you and your financial needs.
Walter Guevara is a software engineer, startup founder and currently teaches programming for a coding bootcamp. He is currently building things that don't yet exist.
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