The Galaxy S22 released earlier this year was the first to use plastics made from recycled fishing nets, and it is continuing that practice with both the new Galaxy Z foldable phones and also the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. In fact, there are now 11 Galaxy devices that make use of this recycled material, according to the company, including the Galaxy Book 2 Pro and the Galaxy Tab S8 series. The new Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, in particular, is said to be 90% made with recycled materials, which is relatively easier to achieve thanks to its small size.
Samsung has been trying to improve its packaging for phones as well, not just by shrinking them but also by using more sustainable materials. The paper used in Galaxy phone boxes is now 100% recycled paper, and the company is looking for ways to eventually eliminate single-use plastics from packaging completely. That said, reducing the size of the phone’s boxes shouldn’t be downplayed, as they can have massive benefits in improving shipping efficiency and reducing carbon emissions in the long run.
All smartphones eventually die or, at least, become unusable for daily use. That doesn’t mean they’re completely dead, though, and parts of the phone or the whole device can be reused for a different purpose. Samsung’s Galaxy Upcycling at Home tries to do that with unused or outdated Galaxy devices, turning them into smart home monitors or even diagnostic equipment. How that will apply to unconventional phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 is still unknown at this point, but it’s still good to know that they can have a new home long after they have served their purpose.
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