Sep 25 2008
How to Recycle Cell Phone or Ipod and Earn Cash
Do you have used cell phones sitting around your house? Thinking of how to get rid of your old cell phone? Recycle your old cell phones, earn money and save the environment. There are free online trade-in services like Flipswap and Pacebutler just to name a few that lets you sell, donate or recycle your old cell phone. Turn your old cell phone to cash now by following these simple steps.
But first, examine the condition of your old cell phone. Does it still turn on? Does the LCD screen work and display correctly? Has the phone been damaged by water? Check the LCD, hinges, antenna, keypad and phone housing. Are there cracks? Is something missing or broken?
It is important to accurately assess the condition of your phone as the trade in value quote that you will receive is based on your answers to these questions.
Gather necessary information of the phone that you would like to sell. These are the cell phone model (found on a sticker underneath the cell phone’s battery), cell phone manufacturer, and cell phone’s IMEI/ESN number.
Most cell phones have the IMEI or ESN number located on the sticker underneath the battery. If you kept your cell phone box, look for the bar code sticker. The ESN Number can also be found there.
When you have all these information, all you need is to follow the steps provided by the site you chose. Basically these are:
1. First, register with the free online trade-in service of your choice then log in.
2. Select your phone model and manufacturer. You’ll then find the trade-in value of your cell phone or ipod.
3. Once you have accepted the offer, print the prepaid shipping label.
4. Pack your cell phone in a padded envelope or small box. Wrap your phone(s) or ipod securely with bubble wrap or other packing material. Include a copy of the invoice inside the box.
Seal the box and tape the prepaid shipping label on the outside. Write your return address as well on the outside of the box.
