Back to School
“Refurbished computers offer a cost-effective solution for those unable to invest in brand-new devices.”
One of the most significant barriers to educational success is
digital poverty—the lack of access to the necessary technology to participate fully in the digital world. Many households, especially in low-income communities, cannot afford new computers, leaving students and individuals at a disadvantage. Tis is where refurbished technology plays a vital role. Refurbished computers offer a cost-effective solution for those
unable to invest in brand-new devices. By choosing refurbished technology, individuals can access high-quality, reliable computers at a fraction of the price. Tis not only helps in reducing the digital poverty gap but also allows students and learners to take advantage of the same opportunities as their more financially secure peers. Refurbished computers also present a valuable option for those looking to upgrade to a more premium device. Mark Monte-Colombo, head of refurbished technology at eBay
UK, says: “Refurbished is a great solution to getting the tech you love for less and keeping products in circulation. We know quality and trust are key for customers—every product is refurbished by experts and goes through extensive testing to make sure it meets the highest standards per condition.” Te refurbished category on eBay offers a wide range of
With up to 50% off top tech brands including Apple, Samsung,
and Lenovo through Refurbished on eBay, opting to buy refurbished tech over new is a no-brainer for students looking to cut costs. As such, 87% of students reveal that they’d consider buying a piece of refurbished tech for their studies, with 64% doing so to save money, and 35% because it’s better for the environment. Laptops, desktop PC equipment, and mobiles top the list of
items students need, while nearly 4 in 10 (39%) students reveal that they don’t think they’ll be able to afford key pieces for their uni homes, including desks, kitchenware, and bedding. To combat this, eBay launched a Back to Uni hub which gave
savvy students up to 50% off uni must-haves. Students could snap up unmissable deals on laptops, desktops, mobiles, desks, chairs, kitchenware, and bedding. It’s worrying to think about the challenges students are facing
with the ongoing cost of living crisis and how it is impacting their student life experience. At eBay, we want to help by raising awareness of the savings to be made by shopping refurbished tech.
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inventory, from mattresses to kitchen appliances. Tere are multiple ways to incorporate like-new goods into the home, helping to save unnecessary waste from ending up in landfill. In 2022, shoppers who opted for refurbished items on eBay saved 13,000 tonnes of greenhouse emissions, equivalent to 200,000 new phones being made. Additionally, over 400,000 kg of waste was saved, the same weight as over 3.4 million phones.
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