Virgin Media O2 warns UK households about £218 in unused phones, urging trade-ins for cash and environmental benefits.
London: Virgin Media O2 has a heads-up for UK households. Many have over £218 in old mobile phones just lying around. Surprisingly, only one in ten people have traded in a device in the last five years.
To help, Virgin Media O2 is promoting their O2 Recycle program. It’s a great way to earn cash and help the environment by reducing electronic waste. You don’t even need to be an O2 customer to join in.
O2 Recycle encourages everyone to sell their old phones, laptops, or tech as soon as they’re done with them. The sooner you sell, the more money you can get back.
Before selling, remember to remove your SIM card and any memory cards. O2 Recycle will wipe your data, so you don’t have to worry about personal information being accessible.
If you’ve just got a new phone, O2 has some tips to keep its value high. Start by using a phone case and screen protector. Damage like cracks can cut your trade-in value by up to 50%.
Also, keep your screen brightness low. High brightness can cause screen burn, which might reduce your trade-in value by up to 80%. Aim for 50% brightness or lower.
Lastly, avoid overcharging your phone. It can harm the battery life, which affects resale value. Use quality chargers and unplug when it hits around 80% charge.
