Something Old, Something New: Companies Focus on Recycling, Re-Using Outdated Phones Discussion

[David Barbosa]

Upgrading to the latest smartphone or handheld device has become second nature to most people who routinely toss aside their old devices for newer models every one or two years. While many older phones are passed along to friends or family, the majority are simply tossed in a drawer and forgotten or tossed away, creating a huge and growing problem if these devices end up in a landfill.

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[Drillbit]

The fate of so many old devices is to end up in an Asian tech bazaar. Used mobiles are a vital part in emerging nation's mobile industries. Hawkers are always interested to buy unused phones. I suppose there are dealers in the US and in Europe also looking for these to export to other nations.