When most people think of trading in their old devices, they likely imagine using that trade-in credit toward upgrading to the latest smartphone, tablet, or laptop. However, there's a growing movement showing that device trade-ins can do so much more than simply feed...
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Trade In Devices Early to Get the Most Value
Whether it’s a desktop, laptop, smartphone, or wearable, the sooner you trade in your device, the more value you’ll get back. In this blog post, we’ll explore why it’s essential to consider trading in your devices early, and how it benefits your bottom line. Why Trade...
Macs Galore: the Apple Harvest is Here
Since 2017, Phobio has been at the forefront of the secondary market for Macs, and throughout the year, expect to see a more diverse and frequent selection of Macs available on Assembly. From the latest MacBook Pro models to the trusty MacBook Airs, this inventory...
Innovating Device Management: Jamf Teams Up with Phobio for Device Lifecycle Solutions
The recent launch of the "Device Buyback for Business" service, available to clients of Jamf Device Management through the Jamf App Marketplace marks a significant advancement in the field of device management. As the technology landscape evolves, so does the need for...
Unearthing Value Through Data Analytics
During this year's Mobile Disrupt conference in Las Vegas, Phobio's COO Colin Darling attended a panel on "The Value of Data Analytics for the Secondary Market." Colin Darling's expertise and forward-thinking approach have positioned him as a thought leader in the...
Costco’s trade-in program offers “free groceries for old electronics”
Since 2019, Costco has been an ideal and collaborative partner aligned on the importance of helping loyal Costco members turn their end-of-life mobile devices and computers into significant savings. We're extremely proud of our partnership with Costco and the recent...
Dollars & Device Data
When reselling mobile devices, how does the inclusion of IMEI-based device data impact bidding and final sale value? PrologMobile partnered with Assembly to measure the market impact of this data via selling small batches of identical devices under listings with vs...
The future of Mobile Device Management
Mobile device management involves both software as well as physical asset management that increase the security of mobile devices protecting the content and information. Additionally, mobile device management involves keeping track of the inventory of mobile devices...
How IT Managers Can Maximize Their Budgets
As an IT manager, you are always looking for ways to do more with less. One way to stretch your budget is to trade in old devices and reinvest the residual value towards new equipment. Your company’s device fleet loses an average of 40% of its residual value each...
Device Trade-In During a Recession
The consumer electronics industry is already feeling the effects of an economic downturn. Sales are down, consumers are shying away from expensive purchases, and prices are rising – which further puts consumers off. Electronics manufacturers are feeling the effects of...