--- title: "Got Some New Technology Over the Holidays? Here’s How to Responsibly Get Rid of the Old - Blogs on IT Support and Cybersecurity for Small Business" description: "The holidays are over and some of the best gifts are ones that replace our dead and dying electronics with shiny new ones. Then comes the matter of discarding your old devices. In today’s blog, we will discuss what you should and shouldn’t do when lo" url: "https://colemantechnologies.com/blog/got-some-new-technology-over-the-holidays-heres-how-to-responsibly-get-rid-of-the-old" date: "2026-06-08T20:43:48+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ## Blogs on IT Support and Cybersecurity for Small Business Insights on cybersecurity, AI, and IT strategy to help business leaders reduce risk, improve performance, and make better technology decisions. [ Categories ](https://colemantechnologies.com/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://colemantechnologies.com/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://colemantechnologies.com/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://colemantechnologies.com/javascript:void(0);) # Got Some New Technology Over the Holidays? Here’s How to Responsibly Get Rid of the Old [Hardware](https://colemantechnologies.com/blog/categories/hardware) [Workplace Tips](https://colemantechnologies.com/blog/categories/workplace-tips) [IT Services](https://colemantechnologies.com/blog/categories/it-services) [Coleman Technologies Admin](https://colemantechnologies.com/blog/blogger/darren-coleman) Tuesday, 24 June 2025 [ ![Got Some New Technology Over the Holidays? 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Even small electronic items, like singing greeting cards, need special handling to avoid causing harm. A simple rule to follow: don’t toss it in the trash if it's electronic. ## What to Do with Your Old Devices ### Check What You Have Before throwing anything out, review your old tech. Could it still be useful? Consider repairing and donating items like laptops, tablets, or phones to schools, charities, or people in need. This helps others, keeps your technology organized, and reduces waste. ### Stay Organized Not every device needs to be replaced. Keep a record of your tech inventory to know what’s still in good shape and what needs replacing. This will help you make smarter decisions about upgrades and maintenance. ### Recycle Responsibly Most electronics, from old phones to smart toys, can be recycled. Many manufacturers offer recycling programs, and local governments often partner with facilities that accept electronic waste. These services can safely process your gadgets and keep harmful materials out of the environment. ### Need Help with Business Tech Recycling? If you’re managing technology for a business, proper disposal is even more important. Our team at Coleman Technologies can guide you through recycling your old equipment and setting up new tools to meet your goals for the year ahead. Call us at (604) 513-9428 to get started. Let’s make this year productive—and sustainable. [ ](https://colemantechnologies.com/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://colemantechnologies.com/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://colemantechnologies.com/javascript:void(0);) [×](https://colemantechnologies.com/javascript:void(0);) Stay Informed When you subscribe to the blog, we will send you an e-mail when there are new updates on the site so you wouldn't miss them. 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