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technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Don’t Trash It: Free, Easy Ways to Recycle Old Computers and Printers

Old laptops, desktops, and printers can be disposed of for free or cheaply via retailer take-back programs at places like Best Buy, Staples, and Office Depot (with varying limits and some paid mail-in options). Apple offers free recycling only with a qualifying purchase, while Gazelle and other services provide mail-in recycling. Before recycling, perform a data wipe (factory reset or drive-scrubbing tool) to protect your privacy, and if you prefer local centers, use Earth911 or the Consumer Technology Association’s Greener Gadgets locator to find nearby options.

via CNET|

#data-privacy #e-waste #electronics-recycling

business6 months ago•2 min saved

Trade In Old Electronics for Costco Credit With Phobio

Costco’s Phobio-backed trade-in program lets you swap old electronics (phones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, desktops, media players) for up to $2,550 in Costco shop card credit, with no membership required. You get an online quote by selecting make/model and device condition, can print a shipping label or request a box, wipe your data (Phobio will also delete it), and after a 3–5 business day inspection you receive payment on a Costco shop card usable in-store or online. Devices from multiple brands—Apple, HP, Dell, Lenovo, Microsoft, and others—are accepted, though large appliances aren’t eligible. The initiative promotes repurposing electronics to support safer mineral sourcing and reduce mining demand, while boosting your savings at Costco.

via Chowhound|

#business #costco #electronics-recycling

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Samsung's Black Friday Deals: Huge Discounts on TVs and Tech

Samsung is offering a TV trade-in promotion where customers can receive a $50 credit towards a new Samsung TV when trading in any old TV, regardless of brand or condition. The promotion requires purchasing a qualifying TV directly from Samsung, and the old TV must be ready for pickup upon delivery of the new one. The deal is valid until August 31, 2025, and includes the option to apply trade-in credit from Samsung mobile devices or tablets.

via SlashGear|

#consumer-electronics #electronics-recycling #samsung

environment3 years ago•2 min saved

The Surprising Truth About Legally Disposing of Electronics

Many Americans are unaware that throwing electronics in the regular trash is illegal in some states. However, TikToker Love of Earth Co. has shared an easy solution for recycling electronics through Redwood Materials, a partnership between Panasonic and an e-waste recycler. By creating a profile on Redwood Materials' website, users can mail their electronics and accessories for responsible disposal. This process helps keep e-waste out of landfills, protects the environment, and reduces the need for costly mining. Other companies, such as Best Buy, also offer recycling and trade-in options for used electronics.

via Yahoo News|

#e-waste #electronics-recycling #environment