Ways to dispose of your old mobile phone

If you have purchased a new mobile phone then you may be wondering what to do with your old handset.  There are many different methods of disposing of your old handset, and you could even make some money from it.

One of the most financially rewarding methods is to use an online mobile phone recycling service such as Envirofone of Mazuma.  These services allow you to get a quote for your old mobile phone online, and if you are happy with it you will be provided with an envelope to send it in to the company.  Once it has been tested you will then be paid the amount quoted.  This is a great service if you would like cash for mobile phones safely and responsibly.

Another option for disposing of your old mobile phone is to donate it to charity.  There are several charities, such as Oxfam or Actionaid who will gladly take your old handset and put it to good use.  Infrastructure in third world countries is notoriously poor, and mobile phones provide a much better service for the citizens of the country. 

Recycling your mobile phone in one of the above methods will also be beneficial towards the environment.  Many people discard of old mobile phones in the bin, and these end up in the landfills.  The mercury can leak from old mobile phone batteries and contaminate the surrounding land – which can have long-lasting damage on the environment.

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