Cable / Telecom News

Industry announces cell phone recycling program

HALIFAX - Canada's wireless telecommunications industry has launched an initiative for Canadians to recycle their old cell phones and other wireless devices called ‘Recycle My Cell’. The free, national program lets users find out where and how to properly dispose of their cell phones, smart phones, pagers, aircards, batteries, chargers and other accessories, regardless of carrier, brand or condition. To locate a list of the 10 closest recycling drop-off sites, consumers can enter their postal code at www.RecycleMyCell.ca or call 1-888-797-1740. Equipment can also be mailed in after printing a postage-paid label from the website. Organized by the Canadian Wireless...