The Hidden Costs of Keeping Old Tech: Why Selling Early Saves You Money

When it comes to old devices like iPhones, iPads, and AirPods Max, many people tuck them away in a drawer thinking, “I’ll sell it later.”
But here’s the truth: waiting costs you money — and often much more than you realise.

At BS Exchange, we believe smart tech ownership means knowing when to sell. Here's exactly why selling your used tech early is the best financial decision you can make.

📉 1. Your Tech Depreciates Every Month

Electronics are some of the fastest-depreciating items you can own.

  • As soon as a new iPhone or iPad is announced, the value of older models drops sharply.

  • Some studies show devices can lose up to 20–30% of value within three months of a new launch.

Selling early = keeping hundreds of pounds in your pocket.

🔋 2. Battery Life Gets Worse Over Time

Even if you’re not using your device, the battery inside continues to degrade.

  • Devices with poor battery health fetch lower resale prices.

  • Buyers (and trade-in companies) pay far less for worn batteries.

Selling now means you can market a device with strong battery life, securing better offers.

🛠️ 3. Repairs Cost More Than You Think

Planning to fix your old tech before selling it later?

  • Repairs can cost £100-£300 depending on the model.

  • By that time, your device’s market value might have dropped enough that it’s not even worth repairing.

Selling now avoids repair costs altogether.

🌱 4. Environmental Impact

Keeping old tech often leads to it becoming unusable, meaning it eventually ends up in landfills.
When you trade in with BS Exchange, you're doing better:

  • ♻️ Devices are refurbished and reused.

  • 🌳 We plant one tree for every device bought or sold through us.

Turn your tech into cash AND a tree.

🚀 Why Sell with BS Exchange?

  • Instant online quotes

  • Free, insured shipping

  • Same-day payments

  • Exclusive Member Rates for up to 10% extra

  • Trees planted with every trade

We also buy much more than just iPhones or AirPods Max:

  • iPads

  • MacBooks

  • Games consoles

  • Smartwatches

  • Laptops and more

📦 Don’t Wait. Sell Smart. Sell Early.

Holding onto old tech is like holding onto old milk — it doesn’t get better with time.
Get your free quote today at webse.co.uk.

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