So you're about to get rid of your old phone with a new one
(you know here our favorites if you're looking for inspiration). The next step
is to decide what to do with your old device. You can keep it as one of
reservation, or give it to a friend or family member. Or you can also try to
get money for it, either in the form of a credit or resale.
This applies to phones and other electronics old, broken or
cracked that did not want to have to occupy space for there; perhaps even you
can get some money for them, or at least get rid of them in a responsible
manner. Don't count on getting a fortune, but if you do it in an intelligent
manner, you could get a decent offer.
Editor's note: This story was originally published on 19
December 2013 and has been regularly updated.
How much can you get?
You can get money if:
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It's time to say goodbye to the old phones.
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The phone is in good condition
is "new"; that is to say, has between one and two
years
is a premium device (not an economic one)
is popular. There is a greater demand for iPhones and
Samsung phones
your color is popular (one black perhaps contributed better
than one in pink gold)
What do you sell direct to a buyer
1. Clean Your Closet
If you are going to redeem your phone for cash, you might
want to see what other old electronic powdered and forget that you had: you can
also exchange other cell phones, cameras, gaming consoles and laptops.
2. Do you really is old or defective?
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can probably make an exchange even if your phone is seen as
well.
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much money would you expect to obtain in exchange of a device
or cracked antiquísimo after all? The majority of the web sites and exchange
programs do not accept, or recycled responsibly without giving you something in
return.
But EcoATM, which has physical kiosks in shopping malls
across the United States, usually will give you at least a dollar for taking
the time, and is one of the few options that you paid for at the time. Of
course, you can also decline your offer and walk away.
For security reasons and to prevent fraud, EcoATM requires
that you show a driver's license and scan your fingerprint before you cash. And
since you have to move up to the shopping center to make this transaction, I
recommend you do so only after you have researched other online options; that
way you will be able to decide at the time if EcoATM gives you more or less
than other options.
3. Looking for buyers. Seriously.
Almost always get a better deal by selling your phone
directly to a buyer through Craigslist or eBay, but it takes more time and has
the risk of buyers to change their idea. It also helps to have the original
packaging with everything that was included, such as cables and wires.
The good news is that it takes less time than you imagine
visiting some web sites in search of credits and resales. You will get less
money for a damaged device with water, and more if it is one to which there is
no need to make anything out of the box (this is the reason why the screen
savers and the sheaths are so important).
Prices vary depending on the phone, the operator and the
conditions in which they find. These are the current prices that are offered by
multiple phones. Not all services accept all models.
Examples of resale value of smart phones.
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iPhone 6S (16GB), AT&T, gris espacial, impoluto
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iPhone 6S (16GB), AT&T, gris espacial, pantalla
dañada
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Samsung Galaxy S7, Verizon (32GB), negro, impoluto
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LG G5 (32GB),
Verizon, plateado, impoluto
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OnePlus 2 (64GB), negro, impoluto
|
|
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Best Buy
|
US$250
|
US$0
|
US$240
|
US$200
|
US$5
|
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Amazon
|
US$141
|
US$65
|
US$191
|
US$83
|
N/A
|
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GameStop
|
US$200
|
US$90
|
US$200
|
US$120
|
N/A
|
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Gazelle*
|
US$195
|
US$75
|
US$165
|
N/A
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N/A
|
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EcoATM*
|
US$110
|
US$35
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US$125
|
US$60
|
Desconocido
|
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Apple (Brightstar)
|
US$265
|
US$95
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N/A
|
N/A
|
N/A
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*EcoATM and Gazelle are the property of the company
Outerwall.
4. Find out how the payment is sometimes you get paid in cash; others, you can expect to
receive a gift card.
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you are going to pay in cash, credit card or with a gift
card? In most cases, it is this last option. Best Buy and Apple, for example,
will give you gift cards for use in their stores. The operators may deduct the
resale value of your next phone. In EcoATM direct sales and payments are made
in cash. It is good to reach agreement before accepting a price.
If you opt for a trade online, you will have to wait a few
weeks to receive the payment. After packaging the device and send, the clerks
of commerce will determine the actual condition of the device to make sure that
is declared and that you have not wanted to take the hair. Only after they have
done this shall authorise your payment.
A council of sages: read the small print. Once you send your
telephone, even if it is a share repurchase program an operator, you won't get
it back if something goes wrong.
5. Never throw an old phone to
get rid of them, of course, but not throwing them in the
trash; you don't want to hold you responsible for the toxic chemicals that
appliance spill into the environment. The majority of dealers will accept a
telephone with their prehistoric chargers and all.
Resources for sell or donate your cell phone
There are many ways to give your phone to someone else after
you have fulfilled its cycle of life with you. Here are some resources that can
help.
Sales and resales in line.
MyPhones YouRenew NextWorth USell Gazelle Unlimited
Resale Online Best Buy
Amazon
Target
Swappa (an electronic market, similar to eBay.
eBay
Craigslist
The buyback program of your carrier
physical sales and recycling facilities at the national
level
Best Buy (also online)
GameStop (also online)
EcoATM RadioShack
charitable services at the national level,
Cell Phones for Soldiers
Hope Phones
Hope Line Phones (Verizon)