Kanchana 's recent article on Abunda Trade reminded me of NextWorth which actually pays you cold hard cash for your gently used iPod or iPhone or lets you trade them in for an upgrade. For example, you can get a trade-in value of over $200 for a 1st Gen iPhone (16GB).

Customers simply enter the model and condition of their current iPhone or iPod online and a value is calculated based on the entered model and condition. Once the customer accepts the estimate, NextWorth sends a box, the customer sends the device and a certified check will arrive in seven to 14 days.

It certainly is safer than selling independently. If you've tried it, let us know.