How to Recycle a Cell Phone in Greater Philly

Patch users across the Philadelphia area have shown increasing interest in how to recycle or safely dispose of any number of household items. So we've put together a series of resources for you and your neighbors.

For those looking to safely get rid of an old or unwanted cell phone in the Greater Philly, there are a number of recycling options.

Bring It In

The following stores offer varying recycling programs for old cell phones and accessories.

• AT&T accepts phones and accessories of any make or manufacturer at its stores. The company also provided postage for mail-back services.

• Verizon accepts phones and phone batteries at its locations.

• Best Buy: Area Best Buys will accept three computer items per day.

• Office Depot: Office Depot accepts cell phones that are not cracked or covered in liquid. Customers must purchase special recycling boxes from the store (between $5 and $15, depending on size) to dispose of items.

• Staples: Staples locations will recycle cell phones.
  

Check the Manufacturer

Many computer and electronic manufactures offer take-back and recycling programs to allow consumers to return their products safely.

The following phone manufactures offer mail-back programs for their products:

• Nokia
• Motorola
• Samsung

Let the County Handle It

• Bucks County holds a number of recycling events including one in September that is electronics only. Click here to details and the list of events.

• Montgomery County holds a number of electronic recycling events that accept cell phones.Check their info on hazardous household waste here.

There are also a lot of organizations that reuse or recycle cellphones for charitable purposes. If you have an organization you think does this well, please share it in the comments below.