If the electronics cannot be refurbished or reused, they are sent to recycling plants to be broken down and shredded.
The recent launch of the iPhone 8s and Xs has encouraged many people across the globe to replace their old smartphones with new ones, ultimately generating a massive amount of e-waste. And while some people try to do the right thing by participating in takeback or recycling programs, the process of recycling e-waste is a challenging one.
