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Application for device evaluation and other processes associated with device recycling

  • US 9,911,102 B2
  • Filed: 06/22/2017
  • Issued: 03/06/2018
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/02/2014
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for evaluating and purchasing a used electronic device, the method comprising:

  • receiving, via a software application executed on the electronic device, characteristic information about the electronic device, wherein the characteristic information includes at least one of a make, a model, a hardware configuration, or an identifier of the electronic device;

    receiving, via the software application, condition information about the electronic device, wherein the condition information is based at least partially on a diagnostic test performed on the electronic device by the software application;

    receiving the electronic device in an internal inspection area of a kiosk, wherein the kiosk includes an inspection camera operably associated with the inspection area;

    receiving, via the inspection camera, an image of the electronic device after receiving the electronic device in the inspection area; and

    purchasing, via the kiosk, the electronic device for a price based at least partially on the characteristic information, the condition information, and the image, wherein purchasing the electronic device includes dispensing payment.

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