Ask bob rankin

Editor’s Note: If you are giving or receiving cell phones during this holiday season, this column by Tech Expert Bob Rankin in his newsletter, Ask Bob Rankin, might be helpful.

Have you noticed that smart phones and other electronic gadgets become obsolete almost as fast as the news these days. If you like to stay on the bleeding edge, you’ll upgrade your tech gadgets at every opportunity. But what’s the best way to get cash for your used iPhone, Android smartphone, or other electronics, without getting scammed? And is it a good idea to buy a used phone? Here are several ways you can sell (or buy) a used cell phone, tablet, laptop, digital camera, video game, or other gear… (continue reading)