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Selling & Payment

Cash, paid on the spot in our Jackson Heights store. Payment is immediate once you accept the offer.

Offers are based on the exact model, current condition, and real resale value at the time you visit. We price transparently in person, no misleading online estimates or surprise deductions. Learn more about how it works.

No. Walk into our store any time during business hours for a free evaluation and instant quote.

Yes. Fill out a quote form on the category page for your item, and if you'd rather not travel, check out our Sell From Home option for a phone or video evaluation before you ship anything.

Yes. You must be 18 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID to sell to us, in line with state secondhand-dealer regulations.

Typically under 15 minutes per item, depending on how much testing it needs.

No minimum, and bulk is welcome. For larger lots, check out our Bulk Device Sales page or call ahead so we can prepare.

Data & Security

Yes. We remove all personal data from every device before it is resold. We still recommend signing out of all your accounts before you come in.

Back up your data, then sign out of iCloud, Google, or your Apple ID and disable activation locks (Find My iPhone / FRP). Bring a valid photo ID and any accessories you have.

Yes. We offer certified data destruction services even for devices that get recycled rather than resold.

Yes, for business and bulk data destruction requests. See our Data Destruction page for details.

General & Store

Yes, for qualifying devices near our store. See our Uber/Lyft page for how it works.

For qualifying volumes nearby, yes, see We Come to You. Outside our local area, our Sell From Home program covers you with a free insured shipping label.

Smart home devices, audio gear, e-readers, streaming devices, and more. Browse our full list of categories or just bring it in and ask.

Yes, as long as the device is factory reset and unlinked from any accounts.

Often, yes. We assess resale and parts potential on the spot.

Yes, through responsible recycling. See our Recycle Electronics page.

The easiest way is to get in touch or just bring it in for a fast evaluation.

A valid state-issued photo ID or driver's license is required for every sale.

Yes, we handle bulk intake, documentation, and optional data-wipe services. See Bulk Device Sales.

Bring in a written offer from elsewhere and we'll do our best to stay fair and competitive.

73-21 Broadway, Jackson Heights, NY 11372. See our store page for directions.

Phones

Yes, from several generations back to the newest releases, in any condition (working, cracked, or not powering on). See Sell Your Phone.

Absolutely. Cracked screens, worn batteries, or heavy wear are fine, value depends on overall condition and storage.

Yes. Unlocked devices usually pay more, but carrier-locked phones are still accepted with valid ID.

We can't buy devices with Activation Lock or Find My enabled. Please remove iCloud before your visit, our staff can help if you're stuck.

Yes, Galaxy S and Z series, Pixel, OnePlus, Motorola, and most major Android brands.

Tablets & iPads

Yes, iPad, iPad mini, Air, and Pro lines, Wi-Fi or cellular, old or new. See Sell Your Tablet.

Yes. We accept cosmetic and functional issues; quotes depend on severity.

Yes, Galaxy Tabs, Lenovo, and more, working or not.

Yes, we buy non-working tablets and value them accordingly.

Just a valid state-issued photo ID.

Macs

Yes, modern and older Apple desktops; quotes vary by specs and condition. See Sell Your Mac.

Offers depend on year, chip, RAM/SSD, and display condition. Visit for a quote.

Yes. Non-working units are valued for repair or parts.

We remove all personal data and reset devices before resale to protect your privacy.

Laptops & MacBooks

Most major brands: Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, MSI, Razer, and more. See Sell Your Laptop.

CPU, RAM, storage, GPU, screen size, condition, battery health, and current demand.

Yes. Accessories help but aren't required; value reflects missing parts.

Yes, consumer and education models.

Yes. Value adjusts for display damage or non-working units, but we'll still make an offer.

Sign out of iCloud/Google, deactivate Find My, and back up your files. We can help with erasing the drive if needed.

Smartwatches

Yes, Series models and Apple Watch Ultra variants. See Sell Your Smartwatch.

Yes, Galaxy Watch, Garmin, Fitbit, and more.

Yes. We can still make an offer; value reflects the damage.

Yes, at an adjusted value for battery condition.

AirPods & Headphones

No, though having it can add a little to the offer. See Sell Your AirPods & Headphones.

Yes, noise-cancelling and wired headphones from most major brands.

Yes, reduced battery life is factored into the offer rather than ruling it out.

Digital Cameras

Yes, Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, and others. See Sell Your Camera.

Yes. Body-only units are accepted; accessories can help the value.

Yes, prime and zoom lenses in any mount.

We don't evaluate or access memory cards at all, any card left in the camera is handed straight back to you.

Drones

Yes, DJI Mini, Air, Mavic, and other brands; bring batteries and props if you have them. See Sell Your Drone.

We can evaluate damaged units; value reflects repair needs.

Please unlink it from your DJI Fly or manufacturer account before selling, our staff can help if needed.

PC Parts

Yes, we test parts in store and quote based on real performance. See Sell Your PC Parts.

Yes, we test the part's condition and performance regardless of its history.

Sometimes, at a reduced parts-only price, bring it in and we'll let you know after testing.

DJ Equipment

Yes, Pioneer DJ, Denon, Numark, and other pro audio gear. See Sell Your DJ Equipment.

We can evaluate for parts or repair value; heavy damage lowers the offer but doesn't rule it out.

Yes, we can bundle gear into one combined offer.

Designer Items

No, though having it can add a little to the offer. See Sell Your Designer Items.

Our staff inspect hardware, stitching, materials, and serial or date codes against known genuine standards before making an offer.

Yes, alongside handbags, small leather goods, and accessories.

IT & Networking

Servers, networking gear, business desktops and laptops, and office electronics. See Sell Your IT Equipment.

Yes. We support decommission projects and asset recovery, see Bulk Device Sales and Office Cleanouts.

Yes. See our Data Destruction page for documentation details.

Yes, for qualifying volumes. See On-Site Pickup.

Power Tools

Yes, drills, saws, sanders, and more from major brands. See Sell Your Power Tools.

DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Bosch, Ryobi, and others.

Yes, though value is a bit lower without them.

Pokemon TCG & Collectibles

Yes, sealed product and singles; value depends on set, rarity, and condition. See Sell Your Collectibles.

Yes, graded slabs are quoted based on their existing grade, and we also evaluate raw cards in store.

Yes, bring it in and we'll sort and quote it with you, card by card.

Monitors

Yes, 1080p, 1440p, 4K, ultrawide, and high-refresh gaming monitors. See Sell Your Monitor.

Yes, though a significant dead-pixel cluster lowers the offer.

Yes, bring in your whole desk setup and we'll quote each one.

VR Headsets

Yes, standalone and tethered models. See Sell Your VR Headset.

Yes, though having the original controllers and dock adds to the offer.

Please sign out of your Meta, PSN, or Steam account before selling, our staff can help if needed.

Graphing Calculators

Yes, TI-84, TI-Nspire, Casio fx series, and more. See Sell Your Calculator.

Yes, accessories help but aren't required.

Yes, subject to demand for parts or resale.

Gaming Consoles

Yes, PS5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and older systems. See Sell Your Console or Sell Your PS5.

Yes, a console with a hardware fault can still earn a cash offer, often for parts.

Yes, please sign out of your PSN, Xbox, or Nintendo account before selling. Our staff can walk you through it at the counter.

Yes, we can bundle items into one transaction.

Video Games

Yes, current and retro titles across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo. See Sell Your Video Games.

Yes, loose discs and cartridges are accepted, though complete-in-box copies earn a bit more.

Yes, bring in your whole shelf and we'll sort and quote it item by item.

Desktop PCs

Yes, bring full specs (CPU/GPU/RAM/storage) and we test and offer on the spot. See Sell Your Desktop.

Yes, towers alone are fine.

Yes, non-working units are valued for repair or parts.

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