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Preparing Your Phone for Trade-In

Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
Summary: Learn how to properly prepare your smartphone for trade-in or sale to ensure data safety and environmental responsibility.
WHO: Consumers
WHAT: Preparing smartphones for trade-in or sale
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: To keep devices out of landfills and secure extra cash
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