Do This Before You Ever Throw That Old Android Phone Away

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As smartphones continue to improve with longer batteries and more features, they eventually stop working. Like all electronic devices, smartphones have a limited lifespan and their performance can degrade over time for a variety of reasons, including wear and tear, software and hardware issues, and battery drain.

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Also, as technology advances, newer and better smartphones with more advanced features are constantly being released, which can make older models obsolete and less desirable to use. So, if you find that your Android is damaged, make sure to follow our steps to properly dispose of it.

Unfortunately, getting or repairing a cell phone these days can cost almost as much as buying a new phone. You may want to safely dispose of the old one before purchasing a new one. Also, you should take some steps like backing up your device, especially if Android can still be activated.

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Many carriers will let you take your old phone with you after you buy a new replacement phone. In this case, you can transfer data directly from your old phone to your new device. If you need to dispose of your old phone by buying, selling, recycling or donating it, you should back up your phone before deleting all data. You can back up your device manually (by physically connecting it) or through cloud services.

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Try connecting your phone to the computer. Your Android screen may be off and the device is still working. If you connect with a USB/micro-USB cable, your computer can display connected external devices. If you can use the device, unlock it and save all data to an external hard drive or files on your computer.

This method may not work if you have a passcode on your device, as your phone may ask you to confirm the transfer on the phone itself, but it's worth checking if you can back it up via a computer.

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If you have installed Find My Phone on Android and your device is still active, you can perform a remote backup via Samsung Cloud:

1. Sign in to find my phone
2. Tap the Backup button in your device settings
3. Check the apps and data you want to back up
4. Click the "Backup" button again.

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Find out if your device is for sale here. Samsung allows you to trade in many older devices that you can count on for newer Galaxy smartphones.

Follow the instructions to fill in the manufacturer, model and condition and verify that they match.

An important note: your phone will only be supported if it is turned on and running on the home screen. If your screen or device suffers damage, cracks or other defects beyond normal wear and tear, a discount may apply.

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If you are worried about damaged device data, you probably don't need to worry. Does your phone have a SIM card? If so, remove the SIM card before recycling your old phone. If you are already using an eSIM, please contact your mobile operator to remove the eSIM from your device before following the steps below. You should be able to contact your mobile operator to install the eSIM in your next device.

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The most important thing to keep in mind is that even if your Android is completely useless and you will never open it again, you should not throw it away . Smartphones contain lithium batteries that should be recycled or disposed of, but not with your household waste.

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You can pick up any smartphone at most electronics stores and recycle it for free, like Best Buy. You can also recycle devices online through sites like Apple (yes, they accept devices other than iPhones), Google, or even Amazon, which has a great free recycling program you can use. Amazon also offers trade-ins for work tools that can be used as Amazon gift cards. There are other sites that will let you sell your old gear, like Decluttr.

You can also check your local recycling program to see where you can recycle your device locally. The Environmental Protection Agency maintains a list of donation and recycling programs.

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Correct disposal of your old Android phone is very important for environmental and personal data security reasons. Whether your phone works or not, there are steps you can take to safely back up your data and recycle your device. By following the tips in this article, you can dispose of your old phone in an environmentally friendly way while protecting your personal data.

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