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Your junk drawer might be hiding hundreds of dollars By Kyle James of ConsumerAffairs May 8, 2026 Old tech can still be worth money: Trade-in programs from Apple, Amazon, Target, Staples, and Best Buy may pay you cash or store credit for old devices. Dont throw electronics in the trash: Old devices can create fire and environmental hazards, and its illegal in some states. Wipe your data first: Always factory reset phones, tablets, laptops, and smart devices before recycling or donating them. That old iPhone sitting in your junk drawer? It might still be worth cash. And tossing it in the trash could actually be illegal depending on where you live. A new CNET survey found that 22% of Americans still throw old electronics in the trash, despite growing concerns about toxic e-waste, lithium-ion battery fires, and the fact that many devices still hold trade-in value. Even more surprising, only 24% of Americans trade in old tech, while nearly threein 10 simply stash old devices around the house collecting dust. The reality is that old phones, tablets, laptops, gaming systems, and even broken electronics can still have value. And if they dont, there are now easier ways than ever to recycle them safely for free. Heres how to avoid wasting money, protect your personal data, and responsibly get rid of your old tech. Why throwing away electronics is a bad idea Many people still treat old electronics like ordinary trash. But modern gadgets contain lithium-ion batteries and materials that can create environmental and safety hazards. According to the EPA, improperly discarded batteries can: Leak toxic chemicals Spark fires in garbage trucks or recycling centers Damage landfills Pollute groundwater In fact, some states now ban electronics from regular trash disposal entirely. And beyond the environmental side, many people are unknowingly throwing away devices that still have real resale or trade-in value. An old smartphone that feels completely outdated to you could still be worth: $50$400 as a trade-in Store credit at major retailers Cash through resale programs That makes tossing electronics in the trash one of the easiest ways to literally throw money away. Start with the easiest win: Trade-in programs If your device still powers on and works reasonably well, a trade-in is usually the easiest route. And the biggest advantage is you can avoid dealing with… [TheTopNews] Read More.12 hours ago
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