We’ve all got one. That one drawer in the kitchen or the box at the back of the wardrobe filled with “ghosts of iPhones past.” You know the ones—the phone with the screen so shattered it looks like a spiderweb, or the laptop that makes a sound like a jet engine taking off before it finally gave up the ghost.
It feels wrong to just bin them, right? But they aren’t worth anything, so they just… sit there.
Well, at Twice, we’ve decided to fix that. We don’t just want your working gear; we want to help you get rid of the broken stuff, too—completely for free.
Why “Just Binning It” is a No-Go
Aside from the fact that throwing a lithium battery in the rubbish is a fire hazard (yikes!), electronics are full of nasty stuff like lead and mercury. When they hit a Kiwi landfill, those chemicals can leak into the soil.
Plus, there’s actually some pretty precious stuff inside those dead circuits that can be saved and reused. Basically, your old “trash” is a mini gold mine for the planet if it’s handled right.
If We Can’t Buy It, We’ll Recycle It
Our Sell page is famous for giving you a fair price for your used tech. But let’s be real: sometimes a device is just too far gone to be refurbished.
If our system tells you your device has no resale value, don’t sweat it. You can still send it to us! We’ll take care of the shipping and the recycling at zero cost to you. No “recycling fees,” no trips to the tip, and no more clutter in your drawers.
The Best Part: Your Trash Does Some Real Good
We don’t just toss these devices in a big crusher. We’ve partnered with the legends over at Abilities Group to handle our recycling.
Why do we love them? Because they’re a non-profit that does things differently:
- They’re Pros: They manually dismantle the tech to make sure every bit of plastic and metal is separated and recycled properly.
- They’re Community-Minded: Abilities Group provides awesome employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
So, when you send your broken iPad or crispy MacBook to us, you aren’t just cleaning your house—you’re helping provide jobs and supporting a great NZ organization.
How to Get Started (It’s Super Easy)
- Click: Go to twice.nz/sell and find your device.
- Be Honest: Tell us it’s broken/damaged. The offer will show $0 & the recycling option will pop up.
- Ship it: We’ll send you the labels. Pack it up, send it off, and feel that “decluttered” glow.
It’s easy, it’s free, and it’s way better for the planet than leaving it in your drawer for another five years.
