7 green gadgets that use recycled parts

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by Rob in Computing, Gadgets, Mobile, TechRadar, Technology

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Let’s be honest, gadget makers don’t have the best track record when it comes to helping saving our planet’s precious resources, but there are signs that that is beginning to change.

Sony arguably got the ball rolling by incorporating vegetable-based plastics into some of its kit, while Apple, of course, now makes computers like the MacBook from recyclable aluminium and glass.

What we’re looking at here, though, are seven products that have either been completely recycled – or use components that feature recycled materials, so peace out, hug a tree and flex your eco-friendly plastic friend at these…

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