Phone Recycling

What is phone recycling?

Phone recycling is selling on your old mobile phone when you upgrade to a new handset. It’s one of the perks you get when you renew your mobile phone contract, getting a new phone. However what happens to the old one? More often than not your old unwanted mobile phone still works but it is tossed in a drawer somewhere to be forgotten about.

There are hundreds of mobile phone models on the market with better ones coming out all the time. We all want to keep up with the latest make and model but what do you do with your old mobile phone? Phone recycling not only gets rid of your unwanted mobile phones and earns you cash, but you are helping the environment too.  There are a whole heap of environmental benefits associated with it too.

So when you get a new phone spare a moment to ensure you recycle your old mobile phone. There are many places you can do it, the easiest way is online. Select your make and model and see how much your old phone is worth. You might be surprised how much money you can make.

You might be concerned your phone is too old for mobile recycling but if you recycle your mobile with zonzoo even if your phone isn’t on the list we will plant a tree for your phone and others like it. So remember even if your phone is really old please help the environment and do some mobile recycling.

Most of us are used to recycling paper, cans and glass now it is important to ensure everyone knows that phone recycling is just as important. If you want to trade in your mobile for cash and save the environment phone recycling is the way to do it.

Recycling Nokia mobile phones could not be easier with zonzoo. By doing this you are not only getting cash for your old phone, but are also helping the environment and people in developing countries.

Nokia is the largest manufacturer of mobiles in the world; it produces millions of handsets every year and has a market share of over 30%. With so many devices in circulation at one time the need to safely and responsibly recycle Nokia mobile phones is very important for the environment.

zonzoo’s mobile phone recycling scheme enables you to quickly and easily get cash for old mobiles. It’s a simple process which basically involves you choosing your handset model, posting your handset to us for free and receiving your payment in to your bank account within a short amount of time. Some Nokia mobile phones can fetch well over £100, for example, you can recycle a Nokia N96 and get around £119 at the time of writing, so it’s well worth taking a look and seeing how much you can get for your phone.

Don't forget Recycling Nokia mobile phones is very important. But did you know the batteries which power your phone contain environmentally harmful substances such as lithium and arsenic. zonzoo provide a safe and responsible alternative to landfills and ensure the substances are safely disposed of. We make sure that no part of the phone is wasted and any useable parts are recycled. Also if the handset is in working order it will be shipped to people in third world countries. If like many other people you enjoy giving to charity you will pleased to hear that we give you the opportunity to donate 5% of the phones value to a charity of your choice.

Recycling your Nokia or any other mobile phone is a great way to help other people and the environment.

Recycle Apple iPhone 3G

Remember the world before the iPhone? How bleak everything seemed, how utterly pointless, and then came along the dream and the world became a better place. So, everyone, do the planet a favour and recycle Apple iPhone 3G.

It officially hit the streets on 9 June, 2008, and it was met with a wave of euphoria, not least because the first generation iPhone (out one year earlier) was a little, how shall we say it, wanting. It had cool credentials, no doubt about that, but when it came to performance and functionality, well, is was not up there with many of its competitors.

So the 3G came in with the loudest possible fanfare and Apple claimed that with 3G networking, the new generation iPhone was twice as fast as the first. It also has built in GPS – few could understand why, and fewer cared – and boasted Apple 2.0 software which, all those geeks out their realised, was the secret weapon. It was the portal to the App Store, the place where all those third-party bits of software lay in wait.

Apple had very cleverly provided a SDK for all those clever software developers, meaning that within months, it had created a plethora of cute programmes, just for its iPhone. The App store quickly became an Aladdin’s cave for the iPhone fanatic.

But apart from the App Store, the incredible looks, the feeling of well-being just holding one, the functionality, the performance and the sense of superiority over all living mortals, just what was so special about an iPhone?

It, like many mobiles of the period, boasted internet access; easy emails; quad-band GSM and tri-band HSDPA for voice and data connectivity around the world; and, supported  Wi-Fi, 3G and EDGE networks and automatically switched between them to ensure the fastest possible download speeds.

The iPhone 3G also had key enterprise features such as support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync to provide over-the-air push email, contact and calendar syncing, as well as remote wipe and Cisco IPsec VPN for encrypted access to corporate networks. Pretty impressive eh? And pretty confusing if you don’t know what all that means.

But as with the Mac as opposed to the PC, Apple had done it again. It had re-invented the wheel, not with just another wheel, but with a wheel that might not work as well as the other wheels, but looked just too damn good for the competition.

So, if you ever are faced with the choice, then remember, don’t be selfish, recycle Apple iPhone 3G.

Recycle Nokia N95

If you recycle Nokia N95, then you are doing everyone a favour

When it comes to accolades the Nokia N95 8GB won many, not least that it had the distinction of being the first ever mobile phone to receive Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certification.

For those that don’t know, the DLNA is a body which advocates the interoperability of wired and wireless consumer devices.

In other words, the Nokia N95 8GB was, and indeed still is, great at linking with other home electronic devices, such as a personal computers.

For the mobile phone recycling fraternity, it will be a phone worthy of sorting out properly.

The Finnish-based Nokia summed it up themselves with the immortal words:
“DLNA technology enables multi-vendor home ecosystems of consumer devices by building a common connectivity platform for a variety of multimedia experiences. This vision is fully in line with the Nokia's aspiration for openness and seamless interoperability between devices and services from different brands.”

Beat that.

Anssi Vanioki, executive vice president, Markets, Nokia, added his own commendation:
"We are thrilled to receive this tribute from the DLNA. The Nokia N95 8GB is truly a masterpiece of a multimedia computer, and a prime example of the direction mobility is taking - it's personal, powerful and fits seamlessly into your life inside and outside the home."

DNLA has more influence than you might possibly think. It produces stringent guidelines for interoperability and has already certified over 1800 products in the personal computer and consumer electronic categories. And the Nokia N95 8GB was the first to meet those guidelines.

And the Nokia N95 8GB proudly sported the DLNA Certified logo, having passed their rigorous testing process.

It was in early 2006 that mobile devices were first included in the DLNA Networked Device Interoperability Guidelines.

Nokia is a big player behind the interoperability of mobile, PC, and consumer electronics devices, and is an active member of the DLNA.

And the Nokia N95 8GB is no slouch, with a whopping eight gigabytes of built-in memory, allowing it to store a vast selection of media content, such as photograph and music files.

So when it comes to mobile phone recycling, the Nokia N95 8GB is a prime candidate.

Recycle Nokia 6230i

When you think to yourself, must recycle Nokia 6230i, then you’re right, as it was a star phone in its day.

It sat firmly in the mid range of Nokia’s product offering, being feature-rich and voice centric. It boasted a then impressive 1.3 megapixel camera and push-to-talk functionality. It originally shipped in the second quarter of 2005.

A Nokia spokesman said at the time:
"Nokia remains dedicated to offering consumers a variety of products to choose from, based on their individual needs and preferences. The Nokia 6230i is the successor to one of the most popular camera phones Nokia has brought to the marketplace. With the Nokia 6230i, we are offering a broader feature set in the same classic design. We made a great phone even better."

At the time of its launch the Nokia 6230i was equipped with some impressive features, including a high-resolution screen (208 x 208 pixels) which was an ideal backdrop for rich multimedia content. It also had a video recorder function which allowed users to record videos of up to one hour, based on the storage of the external memory card.

The Nokia 6230i also had a built-in stereo music player which supported several digital music formats, including MP3, M4A and AAC. Furthermore, it had an FM radio.

Push-to-talk technology looked pretty cool at the time, as it allowed users of the phone to connect to others over GPRS, in the same way as using a walkie-talkie.

To finish off an impressive and rounded product, Nokia 6230i was triband, meaning that you can use the phone on several different continents. When first launched, and without any contractual subsidies, the Nokia 6230i would have set you back some €350.

And when its comes to recycle Nokia 6230i, you’re bound to get a decent return for it.

Nokia is the world’s largest supplier of mobile phones with a market share of some 30%. Ironically, the Finnish based company struggles in one of the largest mobile phone markets out there, the U.S., although recent technology adoptions mean that might change over the coming years.

Nokia bill themselves as a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. It provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.

So when you think to yourself recycle Nokia 6230i, then do so, because it’s worth it.

Recycle LG KT520

Electronics group LG have come to the fore over recent years as a leading manufacturer of mobile phones, so when it comes to recycle LG KT520, it’s a good idea, as it is someone’s loss if this particular handset doesn’t go around again.

The LG KT250 was first launched in the UK in July 2008 and billed as a stylish pre-pay, slider handset with easy-to-use functionality and full of features including 3.2 megapixel camera (complete with autofocus), MP3 player, GPRS and Bluetooth. It boasted good internal storage (45 MB) and had the ability to store an additional 35MB via a MicroSD card.

At the time of its launch, Jeremy Newing, head of LG mobile marketing, LG Electronics, said:
"While there is major consumer demand for premium handsets such as the LG Secret, there are still many people out there who opt for a phone with basic functionality. Following the launch of the KC550 last month, the KT520 is a fantastic addition to our pre-pay portfolio, offering customers a stylish slider handset that not only looks great but has a straightforward menu structure with impressive features."

LG itself didn’t used to appear at the top of everyone’s hit list, but now they appear to be holding their own against some stiff opposition.

In terms of market share, they actually come in at number three with just over 10% of the market (behind leader Nokia at 37% and second-place Samsung with 19%).

LG is a large corporation which apart from mobile phones, makes flat panel TVs, air conditioners, front-loading washing machines, optical storage products, DVD players and home theatre systems. Comprised of four business units - Mobile Communications, Digital Appliance, Digital Display and Digital Media - LG employs more than 82,000 people working in over 110 operations (including 81 subsidiaries) around the world. In 2007 global sales reached USD 44 billion.

LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company – the bit which makes mobile phones - is a leading producer of UMTS (WCDMA), CDMA and GSM handsets.

And for those of you thinking, must recycle LG KT250, then don’t delay.

Recycle Sony Ericcson W910

The Sony Ericcson W910 caused quite a stir in 2008, being the lucky recipient of the Best Handset award at the GSM Association’s 13th Global Mobile Awards 2008.

So when you ask yourself should I recycle Sony Ericcson W910, then do, because it’s a mobile worth saving.

First introduced in 2007, it was daubed with the Walkman brand and Sony Ericcson proudly boasted that it ‘defined music on mobile.’

And admittedly, it was a phone designed for entertainment, whether that was music, 3D games, video, or high-speed Web access. With applications such as Shake control – enabling users to flick the phone to control games, or skip and shuffle between music tracks, and SenseMeTM, which let them discover music to match their mood and tempo – it was a mobile that relied heavily on its music credentials. And with the 1GB Memory Stick Micro provided in the box, the W910 Walkman phone could hold over 900 songs.

At the time of the award, Dick Komiyama, Sony Ericsson President, said:
“We are very proud to receive such a prestigious award for what has proved to be a very popular product. The W910 Walkman makes it quicker and easier to transfer or download music. It’s also about thinking beyond music, to games, videos and the Web.”

And although in recent times demand for the Sony Ericcson handsets has waned due to the rise of the new kids on the block, the smartphones, back in 2007 they were the business. And that was in no small part due to the recognition of the Walkman brand which had brought ‘mobile’ music to a whole generation of people.

Since between the launch of the W800 Walkman phone in August 2005 and early 2008, more than 57 million Walkman phones had been sold worldwide. The Walkman phone range had gone through a period of rapid expansion, launching a whole array of derivatives. Nowadays, and some might say unfortunately for the Sony Ericcson mobiles, the ability to store and play music is but one of the many functions that a modern phone should be able to perform, with easy internet access proving just as an important requirement.

So don’t forget, recycle Sony Ericcson W910.

Recycle BlackBerry 7100x

For years the BlackBerry handheld device has been the weapon of choice for the successful executive. Its creators, Research in Motion (RIM), stole a march over its competitors by being the first out with push email (comes in automatically) and that is why when it comes to making the maximum use out of these devices, it is always best to think, must recycle BlackBerry 7100x.

This particular model first hit the UK streets in early 2005 and it was linked with major phone provider 02.

And the BlackBerry 7100x was most definitely targeted at the business market. At the time of its launch, RIM opined: “The new design is aimed at active mobile professionals who need to manage their work wherever they are…as well as keep in touch with family and friends, all through one device.”

The BlackBerry 7100x featured the usual goodies, including advanced phone, messaging, organizer and browsing capabilities. It came with a large and bright, high resolution colour screen and incorporated an integrated speakerphone for conference calls, Bluetooth support for wireless headsets and car-kits, and a quad-band radio for international roaming. It also came equipped with RIM’s SureType keyboard technology that converged a phone keypad and a QWERTY keyboard to fit within the size constraints of a traditional 'candy bar' phone design.  

The BlackBerry 7100x weighed in at 120g and enjoyed a battery life of four hours talk time (or not that many conference calls). A hands-free earpiece, USB cable and standard holster were included in the box.

“The BlackBerry 7100x is a significant breakthrough for customers that want advanced phone, messaging and data capabilities in a sleek new design,” said a RIM spokesperson at the time. “The new SureType keyboard technology is an amazing innovation that offers a significant improvement over traditional phone keypads and the BlackBerry 7100x is a very attractive choice for customers looking to upgrade their existing phone.”

02 were equally enthusiastic, saying at the time of the launch:
“We are very pleased to add the BlackBerry 7100x to our range of O2 mobile devices. It’s clear that this device will attract a whole new audience to the BlackBerry platform and demonstrates the very latest technology for both new and established users alike.

“The unique functionality of this all-in-one device can cover a multitude of business and personal functions. By combining exceptional phone, email, messaging and browsing capabilities with an extremely effective keyboard and a large, vibrant, color screen, this device is ideal for customers that prefer the look and feel of a phone but want to extend the use of their handset to include email, web browsing and messaging services.”

So don’t forget to recycle Blackberry 7100x.