How to Reuse Mobile Phones and Computers at Home
Donate or sell – If the device still works or only needs small repairs think about giving it to a friend, family member, a school, to charity or to The Restart Project. Or if you want to make some money then sell it on Ebay, Gumtree, Music Magpie or other online retailers. Buying and selling second hand is a great way to be more environmentally conscious.
Repair – Something as simple as replacing a broken screen can extend your smartphones life and save you money. The average screen replacement can range in price from £60-150. Alternatively, buy the correct screen online and your nearest Repair Cafe may be able to fix it for you, as well as a few other fixes.
Alternatively get in touch with the manufacturer. find out whether you return old handsets or devices to them and get a discount off your next purchase.
Repurpose – For more ways to reuse your old smartphone have a look at Greenpeace’s guide which includes tips such as helping science, making it into art, or even turning it into a baby monitor!
Find out more ways of how to reduce e-waste and recycle your mobile phones and computers.
Also, don’t forget electrical items can also be hired from shops around Devon! Find out more on the reuse directory.
How to Reuse Mobile Phones and Computers at School
Donations – If your school is looking for new technology but has access to limited funds, or is looking for alternative sources, it could be worth putting a call out to parents and potentially the wider community for old tablets, laptops and other devices. Of course these would first need to be wiped of all data, and PAT tested.
Additionally, your school could help to reduce it’s own e-waste by donating old computers, printers and monitors to charity and other organisations that accept them.
Repair – In order to ensure longevity of devices and computers it is important to keep in contact with the IT staff at the school around new technology purchases and repair options.
Finally, it is highly important that we take care of our electronic devices and practice safety but avoiding food and drink near computers and handling items with care.
Find out more ways of how to reduce e-waste and recycle your mobile phones and computers.
Also, don’t forget electrical items can also be hired from shops around Devon! Find out more on the reuse directory.
