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Smartphone Recycling Revolution Infographics

This Chart Details a Rise in Recycled Smartphones

— February 10, 2013 — Tech
When phones went from "dumb" to "smart," the idea of recycling your phone started to creep into people's minds and now it's continued with smartphone recycling.

With the rise of smartphones, more and more people were left with old clunky phones. Some companies offered incentives for recycling old phones as a way to get the ancient devices out of junk drawers. In some cases, parts from recycled smartphones are used in other devices, but most of the time the entire phone is shipped to less fortunate countries for use in places like Nigeria, Romania and Congo.

Smartphone recycling is also on the rise due to the hyper-competitive nature of the market, which spawns new models annually and encourages consumers to constantly upgrade their devices. Due to this industry climate, smartphones are seeing shorter usage times with their initial owners.
Trend Themes
1. Increased Smartphone Recycling - The rise of smartphones has led to an increase in the recycling of old devices, creating opportunities for innovative recycling initiatives.
2. Incentivized Phone Recycling Programs - Companies offering incentives for recycling old phones are creating a culture of sustainable device disposal and encouraging consumers to participate in recycling efforts.
3. Shorter Usage Times for Smartphones - The hyper-competitive smartphone market is driving shorter usage times for devices, leading to increased demand for recycling and creating opportunities for innovative business models.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Device Recycling - The mobile device recycling industry is growing as more smartphones are disposed of, presenting opportunities for companies to develop innovative recycling processes and technologies.
2. E-waste Management - The e-waste management industry can benefit from the rise in smartphone recycling by developing efficient systems for collecting, processing, and repurposing electronic devices.
3. Renewable Technology - The renewable technology industry can explore the potential of using recycled smartphone components in the development of new renewable energy devices, contributing to a more sustainable future.
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