Device Valuations

Device Valuations by ecoATM — expert guides and insights on how much your phone, tablet or device is worth. Learn how condition, age, model, color, and damage impact resale value so you can know what you’ll get when you trade-in or recycle.

46 Articles

Device Valuations

How Much Faster Do Androids Lose Their Value vs iPhones?

Walk into any phone store and the price tags make everything look pretty easy. But that sticker price is the…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 12 min read

Device Valuations

What Makes Dual SIM Phones Worth More in 2025?

Dual-SIM phones will run you about $50-100 more than their single-SIM counterparts. Most shoppers see this as just another feature…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 12 min read

Device Valuations

Which Cellphones Hold Their Resale the Longest in 2026?

Phone resale values matter more than ever-smartphones cost serious money, and knowing which models hold their value helps you make…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 11 min read

Device Valuations

How Much Does Phone Color Affect Your Resale Value?

Your phone’s color choice can affect how much money you’ll get when it comes time to upgrade. Plenty of sellers…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 12 min read

Device Valuations

eSIM Phones and Trade-Ins: What Sellers Need to Know

This year is bringing some big changes to embedded SIM technology. An eSIM is a SIM card that’s built right…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 12 min read

Device Valuations

4 Myths About Phone Water Damage and Resale Value

Water damage costs phone users billions of dollars each year according to SquareTrade research. Each damaged phone usually costs its…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 12 min read

Device Valuations

How to Maximize Your Profits and Minimize Your Hassles When You Sell Apple TV Devices

Do you have more streaming devices than you have TVs? Are you upgrading one of your TVs to a smart…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 8 min read

User Guides Device Valuations

iPhone Original Prices: The Launch Price of Every Model, From the Original iPhone to the iPhone 17 Pro Max

While the original iPhone sold for a minimum of $499, starting prices fluctuated quite a bit for future generations. Steve…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 5 min read

User Guides Device Valuations

A Look Back at 2006 Phones and the Technological Revolution of Mobile Devices

Today’s smartphones are inextricably linked with our every waking moment, but that wasn’t always the case. Back before smartphones dominated…

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 11 min read

Device Valuations

How to Sell Broken iPhones for the Best Price

Do you have an Apple iPhone with a cracked screen, dead battery, or other cosmetic or functional issues? If so,…

By Claire Calvet March 23, 2026 7 min read

User Guides Device Valuations

iPhone Repair Prices: How Much Will It Cost?

Ever since the first iPhone hit the market in 2007, it has been one of the most popular smartphones available….

By Scott Strandberg March 23, 2026 4 min read

User Guides Device Valuations

How Often Should You Upgrade Your iPhone?

The Best Way to Upgrade Your iPhone: Get the Latest Features for Less! Final Thoughts for iPhone Owners Apple typically…

By Claire Calvet March 23, 2026 7 min read