What To Do with Your Old iPhone

No matter how great it is when we first buy it, all technology comes to an end. Whether it ceases to be useful, gets replaced, becomes unusable or we simply otherwise no longer want it, there are very few pieces of technology, if any at all, that we keep for long.

This is certainly true for mobile phones. Even your iPhone will inevitably reach a point where you're looking to replace it. Of course, this in turn presents you with financial, and other, considerations. This introduces some of the bigger questions you need to ask yourself, such as “what to do with my old phone?” and “where to sell my iphone?”

To this end, here are some answers to hopefully show the best way to dispose of your unwanted iPhone.

Sell Online

The easiest and most convenient method of selling your iPhone is to simply head online and see what your phone can get. Selling online is highly convenient. In addition to the money offered for your device, being able to sell from the comfort of your own home ensures that, no matter what time of day, you can get it done.

This means there's really no excuse; even the most busy and hectic of lifestyles can find a few minutes to sit down and price up your old device. It’s a quick and effective way to convert your old iPhone into cash; something that is always appreciated and can be put to good use.

The major benefit of selling online, beside from the sheer ease and convenience is that it gives you access to those who would buy your phone for recycling. This makes it easier to sell any phone, including earlier generation iPhones that would otherwise be worth less as a second-hand device. This results in you getting a better price for your phone than what you'll potentially get offered on the high street, offering another reason to take a few minutes and have a look online.

Why Recycling?

So why is recycling such a big advantage? The main reason is in the perceived value of your iPhone. Like a retailer, you likely don't want it because its unusable or an outdated model. In this view, the value of the phone has greatly diminished.

As a recyclable resource, however, the iPhone still has all the valuable materials, such as gold, copper, coltan and zinc, inside that make the phone desirable in parts and resources. This value doesn't fluctuate or drop in popularity, nor does it have to compete with more desirable, newer iPhones. The constant churning of technology puts a steady demand on recycling. As such, you always have somewhere to go with your old device.

Of course, there are the environmental factors and benefits too. Combined with the higher value, this presents the best way to get rid of your iPhone. You don't want it, so selling it on for cash is always an advantage; doing so whilst further helping the environment is an additional comfort and peace of mind.

Helen Smith is a frequent blogger and writer with a taste for all things technology. This includes simple technology guides, as well as various financial and practical aspects that don't often get spoken about enough. From buying the latest gadgets to going online to sell iPad units, Helen is well-versed in the disposable world of technology.