A recent study by technology rental service Grover sheds light on the habits of Spaniards when it comes to keeping outdated technology at home. Nearly three-quarters of the population stockpiles multiple outdated technology products, with smartphones being the most prevalent among them. The favorite ‘relic’ among Spaniards is an old mobile phone, and 67 percent of them admit to keeping it at home even though they use a newer model. Other common devices include media players, computers and accessories, as well as video game consoles or virtual reality headsets.
The main reasons for keeping these outdated devices are caution for potential future use, nostalgia or simply forgetting about them. However, some individuals are open to the idea of getting rid of these devices in the future in order to gain economic benefit from selling them, free up space at home, or ensure they never use them again. Despite the tendency to hold on to these devices, many people are considering parting with them for various reasons.
The study found that 29 percent of Spaniards keep five or more outdated electronic devices at home, not just mobile phones. The majority of the population in Spain, around 85 percent, keeps at least one device that they no longer use, such as smartphones, multimedia players or computer accessories. Overall, it seems that while many Spaniards hold onto their old technology for sentimental reasons or fear of missing out on future potential uses