Rich: The first step is to make sure your personal data is removed. For phones, tablets, and laptops, perform a factory reset ...

If you've got an old laptop or printer gathering dust in a closet, you're not alone. A recent CNET survey found that nearly a third of US adults are still hanging onto outdated electronics because ...

You received everything on your tech wish list this year, but now you’re suddenly aware of all your old tech still cluttering your home. You know you’ll never use your old gear ever again, but maybe ...

Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and tricks for apps, operating systems and devices, as well as mobile gaming and Apple Arcade news. Shelby also ...

FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Staples released a new survey which found that 54 percent of Americans own old technology items they have not used in more than one year while 70% don’t know ...

Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and tricks for apps, operating systems and devices, as well as mobile gaming and Apple Arcade news. Shelby also ...

Too useful to trash and too risky to sell or donate, high-tech junk such as old computers and cellphones often gather dust. And Saturday will be a good time for a fall clean-out, according to Keep ...

Scientists manage to dissolves silver without using cyanide or other harsh chemicals, enabling safe recycling that promotes ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) -Earth Day is coming up Saturday, April 22nd and while much of the focus of volunteers will be clearing parks and streets of trash, another important part of saving the ...

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