With so many companies offering to buy your old mobile, the question of what happens to all these recycled phones comes to mind.  Actually, there are two different paths that your phone may travel, once you put it on the road to mobile phone recycling.

First, some companies urge consumers to sell mobiles they no longer need, refurbish them, and then sell the refurbished units in various markets around the world.  This approach is nothing new; it’s been done with house phones for decades.  Within a very short period of time, your old mobile may have a new look and be on its way to some exotic corner of the globe.

Another approach to mobile phone recycling involves harvesting components from the collected units.  Here, your old mobile is disassembled, and the parts are used to repair or refurbish similar units.  This is much less costly than buying replacement parts, and is a popular means of getting more use from older components.

Because old mobiles are of value in more than one situation, you have options when it comes to choosing which company will get your business.  Take your time and wait for the best possible offer for your older unit.  Assuming you have a popular brand that is still somewhat sought after, there may be more than one company that is interested in doing business with you.  By taking a little time and exercising a little patience as you weigh your options, you may find that old phone is worth more than you thought.