Mobile phone recycling is the wave of the future. Companies are popping up every day to help in the phone recycling effort. Some of these companies are non-profit, and donate the proceeds to charity. Of course, some dismantle the phones, resell them, or sell the pieces to make a profit. These companies are happy to recycle phones from manufacturers such as Benefon. Since Benefon doesn't have an in-house recycling program, all of their mobile recycling is done through third parties. While these companies certainly differ in their business practices, most are similar in that they will happily recycle your mobile ... Full Story

Apple is one of the industry leaders when it comes to electronics. Known for their Macintosh line of computers, portable mp3 players, and the multi-functional iPhone, Apple is also concerned with what happens to these devices when they are no longer used. Due to the increasing electronic waste being added to landfills each year Apple has developed a program that allows customers to recycle their iPod and cellular phones in a safe and convenient manner. The “A Greener Apple” program allows customers to recycle not only Apple branded mobile phones, but recycle mobile phones from any carrier and manufacturer. Consumers can ... Full Story

Not all mobile phone manufacturers offer a service for phone recycling, however, this does not mean they cannot be recycled. Noticing a need for this type of industry throughout the world several companies have developed programs that allow consumers to drop off their non functioning devices at one of thousands of drop off locations around the globe. These mobile recycling centers are often seen in home improvement stores, cellular stores, and general electronic stores. All customers must do is provide the phone and the rest will be taken care of by the company that provides the boxes or mobile phone ... Full Story

Alcatel is one of the lesser known cellular providers but this doesn’t mean they are not concerned with the environment. Employees of Lucent-Alcatel the parent company are taught about the phone recycling program early in their training. This begins with an 8 minute video that details the Alcatel commitment to recycling mobile phones and other electronic devices and batteries. This training guide is considered to be one of the best videos used for these purposes. Recycling of Alcatel devices is done through partnerships with several approved facilities. Consumers drop their devices off at these facilities who then dispose of them properly ... Full Story