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The drawer problem: Why so many of us can’t let go of our old electronics, and what we can do about it (opens in new tab)

Covered by 3 sources See all sources covering this story including Fortune, Numlock News

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Fortune
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Almost 4 in 10 Americans have a ‘junk drawer’ full of their old electronics. It’s because of a very specific anxiety

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Numlock News·

Numlock News: June 23, 2026 • Counterfeits, Tide Pods, Dunes

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The Independent·

Most people never get rid of their old phones — and researchers say fear is to blame

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