EQUIPEngadget · 2h ago
Don't throw away your old AirPods — do this instead
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Executives should consider repurposing legacy AirPods rather than discarding them after upgrading to newer models. Strategic reuse extends hardware lifecycle value and supports corporate sustainability initiatives.
- 01Retain older units as dedicated backup hardware for high-priority business travel
- 02Repurpose functional earbuds for specific stationary office tasks or video conferencing
- 03Utilize secondary pairs to mitigate battery depletion risks during long-haul international flights
- 04Implement device lifecycle extensions to reduce electronic waste and optimize hardware investment
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AirPods aren't useless even after you've had them for years and get a new pair. Repurpose them with a few tricks.