Tariff-proof tech? Back Market's refurbished devices keep prices down

A refurbished laptop, tablet, and Nintendo Switch at Back Market's NYC lab. Radhika Rajkumar/ZDNET President Donald Trump and his administration's indecision over implementing tariffs has caused stock turmoil, panic buying, and price increases across the tech market. While some companies appear to have won a break from the White House for tariffs on consumer electronics, this situation won't last forever. Could secondhand tech be a solution to exorbitant prices? Also: Samsung now sells refurbished Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 at discounted prices Last week, refurbished electronics marketplace Back Market announced a partnership with device repair provider iFixit "to address the culture of fast tech and overconsumption," the companies said in a press release. iFixit DIY maintenance kits and tutorials will be available on Back Market, which will, in turn, promote its refurbished tech within iFixit communities. I spoke with CEO and co-founder Thibaud Hug de Larauze at the partnersh ... Read full article.