If your old smartphone is still functional, you can get rid of it in a number of different ways. You can sell it at a carrier’s store, on eBay, or to a private party. But the real issue is how to maximize your returns.
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It’s not easy to decide between upgrading to the brand-new $799 Pixel 3 and selling your old Pixel or Pixel 2 to cover the difference in price. Trading in a device may not net you the best price, and selling it straight to a buyer may seem dangerous. It’s a lot to take in and requires a lot of time. Fortunately, we can provide assistance in that regard. Here’s everything you need to know about selling your Pixel or Pixel 2, including how much money you can expect to make.
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Exchange It For Something Else
Google’s website, Verizon and Project Fi (the exclusive U.S. carriers), Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and GameStop are all good places to trade in your Pixel, but there are other options that may be more convenient for you. However, this will only provide you credit rather than actual cash, so while it will help you pay for the new item, it won’t give you complete control over the money you earn from the sale. Even so, it’s a painless way to get rid of your gadget. Furthermore, the reward is usually more than fair, even if it isn’t the most lucrative way to get rid of your old phone.
Either bring your Pixel into a store or go through an online process where you determine the value of your Pixel to receive the credit. The value reduces significantly if the screen is cracked or there are other problems, and there’s no point in lying about it because they can simply find out and take the credit away. Make sure you’ve deleted all of your information and backed up your phone before sending it in.
Put it up for sale on an auction website.
It may take more effort, but selling your phone to a private buyer can get you a better price. However, when you put your Pixel up for sale, the market environment is a major factor, and it is something that is always changing. Since the Pixel 2 cannot be sold until the next generation is released, you should expect some competition while trying to unload your old phone. You should still be able to find a willing buyer for your cheap Pixel 2 after the debut of the Pixel 3 (particularly among notch haters).
Prices on Craigslist and eBay are negotiable. Spending some extra effort on a listing’s writing and photography will pay off in the form of increased interest and a better selling price. Don’t forget to include in delivery costs or you’ll be left with a disappointing total. If you must transfer ownership of the gadget in person, take the same safeguards. Do it in plain sight, or bring a friend along. Delete all of your information and wipe the device clean.
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Swappa is the best option for those who want not to take any chances. Swappa is a mobile-focused online marketplace where ads are checked before being posted. If you want a little more security, you’ll have to go through some extra verification steps, pay an extra sale price, and ship the item out within two days if it’s purchased.
Give it to a business
There are a number of companies that buy used smartphones (and then resell them), making the process easier if you’d rather not deal with individual buyers. Gazelle, uSell, Decluttr, and the marketplace/electronics store hybrid Glyde are some of the more reliable possibilities. Similar to how trade-ins or Swappa work, your chosen site will appraise your device before making an offer, and then supply you with a prepaid shipping label to send it away. Your share will be sent to you via PayPal or check as soon as the company receives and inspects it.
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Is it worth keeping your old Pixel?
Now that you have choices, let’s see how they compare in cost to select Pixel and Pixel 2 devices. Please consider the following disclaimers: Based on values provided for good condition Pixels with base levels of internal storage and the original charger (if the site asks for it), this data is accurate as of the time of posting (October 19, 2018).
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Glyde’s values are suggested listing prices, not guaranteed sales amounts, whereas the eBay prices shown are averages based on data from Bidvoy.
Useful advice
Clear your history. Because of the significance of the data kept on your mobile device, this topic bears repeating. You should be very concerned about it getting into the wrong hands. Go to Settings > System > Reset options > Erase all data (factory reset) on your previous Pixel to delete all of your data and start over with a fresh device. Make sure you’ve copied or backed up everything you need before wiping your device.
Compare multiple sites in great detail. It won’t take you long to look through each of the aforementioned sites to discover the best price, but if you’re short on time, the comparison tool Flipsy is worth a look.
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Don’t forget about potential sales or transactions. Investing in protection for your new phone (via insurance, a case, and/or a screen protector, for example) will pay dividends when it comes time to sell or trade it in.
