Spanish Population’s Habits of Holding onto Obsolete Technology revealed by Study

In 2024, a study was conducted on the use and consumption of technology in Spain. The results showed that 29 percent of Spaniards keep five or more obsolete electronic devices at home, not just limited to mobile phones. The majority of the population in Spain, about 85 percent, hold on to at least one device that they no longer use, such as smartphones, multimedia players, or computer accessories.

The favorite ‘relic’ among Spaniards is the old mobile phone, with 67 percent admitting to keeping one at home even though they use a newer model. Other commonly stored devices include media players, computers and accessories, and video game consoles or virtual reality headsets. However, some individuals are open to the idea of getting rid of these devices in the future to gain economic benefits from selling them, free up space at home, or ensure they will never use them again.

The study was conducted by the technology rental service Grover, shedding light on the habits of Spaniards when it comes to keeping obsolete technology at home. It revealed that almost three-quarters of the population store multiple outdated technological products, with smartphones being the most common among them. Despite the inclination to hold onto these devices, many people are considering parting ways with them for various reasons.