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Think of your electronic waste as a mine of resources

Mar 20, 2024
E-waste is filled with old parts and precious metals that could be worth a lot to the right people.
About half of states have take-back laws that require device makers to accept old versions for recycling.
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Best Buy says electronics demand could pick up again

Aug 31, 2023
Demand for consumer electronics has fallen since the early days of the pandemic. But Best Buy says electronics demand could stabilize in the near future, or even grow.
The CEO of Best Buy said that this year could be a low point for electronics demand. And that next year, demand could slowly start to pick up.
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Best Buy to announce earnings amid looming tariff threats

Aug 28, 2019
Best Buy reports quarterly earnings, as the shadow of tariffs looms against consumer electronics made in China.
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Visitors check HTC mobile phones on the second day of the event at the Fira Gran Via Complex on day 2 of the Mobile World Congress on February 23, 2016 in Barcelona, Spain.
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Thanks to "Fortnite" and esports, computers are almost cool again

Nov 22, 2018
There's a minor resurgence in the PC market, a CNET editor says.
Gamers play “Fortnite” against Twitch streamer and professional gamer Tyler Blevins during Ninja Vegas 18 at the Luxor Hotel & Casino in April.
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Your next TV will very likely be internet-ready

Nov 21, 2018
Shopping for a TV? They're cheaper than ever.
Philips Ambilight displays are seen at the Philips stand during a preview day of the IFA, the world's leading trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances, in Berlin on August 30, 2018.
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Smart homes for the holidays?

Nov 20, 2018
Consumers aren’t stopping at just one connected device.
The Vivint doorbell camera, a smart home device, is displayed at CES 2016 in Las Vegas.
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The consumer electronics industry is ready for the most shopping-ful time of the year

Nov 19, 2018
CNET Reviews Editor-in-Chief Lindsey Turrentine talks tech trends.
Will you be buying gifts for others — or yourself?
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