Glyde: Press

Providing iPhone Sellers a One-Stop Shop

September 10, 2012

Glyde is giving iPhone users a quick and easy way to figure out the total cost of upgrading to an iPhone 5 through using Glyde’s iPhone Upgrade Tool, which determines the cost of an upgrade. iPhone users can also use Glyde.com to determine how much cash back they can expect to receive for their used device.

“Just before Apple released the iPhone 4s, we saw the iPhone 4 fetch as much as $304 on Glyde,” said Drew Lieberman, CEO at Glyde. “As we are just days away from the launch of the iPhone 5, we want to let iPhone users know they can help offset the presumably high retail cost of the new iPhone by selling their old device on the Glyde marketplace. That old device is worth cash value – and probably a lot more than the user thought.”

Glyde sellers who use the Speed Sale option, which guarantees the sale of their device in 7 days, can currently expect between $70 and $313 cash back for their used phone.

People who are looking to get top dollar for their iPhones can use the regular sale option on Glyde.com. Current resale values for regular sale iPhones range between $113.75 and $403.75

iPhone users can also use Glyde as a resource to answer important questions regarding their device. In July of 2012, Glyde launched Glydecast, a series of consumer content web pages designed to provide consumers with the resources they need to make educated and economically-sound purchasing decisions. Glydecast helps users resolve typical issues such as:

How to wipe your iPhone: Worried about data theft? Glyde provides a step-by-step guide on how to safely wipe a phone before selling it.

Glyde.com Launches Glydecast

June 27, 2012

Glyde unveiled the results of its recent consumer survey, which focuses on smartphone and tablet use, as well as consumer sentiment toward buying and selling used personal electronics online. The results of the survey illustrated a need for more online informational resources where consumers can educate themselves on the devices they currently own, or may be looking to purchase. In response to this, Glyde is launching, Glydecast, a series of consumer content web pages, designed to provide consumers with the resources they need to make educated and economically-sound purchasing decisions.

Key findings from the survey include:

Only 19 percent of people surveyed sell their personal electronics when they are done using them.

One-third of respondents indicated they feel it is too much of a hassle to sell old electronics online.

One-fourth said that they didn’t think they could get enough money for their old devices.

Glydecast will illustrate what to do with electronics once they’ve been purchased. Much of the content is based on Glyde’s proprietary market data, which analyzes the resale value of used electronics, namely smartphones and tablets.

Consumers can expect to find the following type of content on Glydecast:

iPhone Upgrading Tool: With this tool, Glyde tells consumers how much it will cost, if you sell an old device, based on the model type, capacity and network.

How to Wipe Your iPhone, Samsung or HTC Phone: Worried about data theft? Glyde provides a step-by-step guide on how to safely wipe a phone before selling it.

How to Upgrade Your Phone Early: Ready for a new phone, but not eligible for an upgrade yet? Glyde provides tips on how to convince carriers to give consumers an early upgrade.

What to Do if Your iPhone is Stolen: For anyone who has had a phone stolen, Glyde knows the stress this can cause. By following Glyde’s tips, consumers can increase the likelihood of getting it back.

“After reviewing the survey findings, we knew we needed to respond by providing consumers with the resources they need to make informed purchasing decisions and to get the most out of their devices,” said Drew Lieberman, CEO at Glyde. “At Glyde, we take the time to truly understand consumer spending habits and the personal electronics that retain the most value. By creating an online destination where consumers can find resale value suggestions, pricing trends, product overviews, and tips on how to buy or sell goods online, we empower people to get the most value out of their purchasing decisions.”

Additionally interesting findings from the survey include:

Nearly half (44 percent) of people surveyed are putting old gadgets in storage or discarding them, rather than selling, recycling or giving away.

For more than two-thirds of people, a contract renewal is not their top reason for upgrading their phone. The number one reason to upgrade is because they desire more capabilities than their current phone provided.

One in three Americans plans to purchase an iPhone as their next mobile device.

The Glydecast series kicks off today and will be continually updated with timely, relevant and helpful insights.

Glyde.com Debuts Guaranteed Speed Sale

February 16, 2012

Glyde, the leading provider of democratized e-commerce, today announced the launch of Speed Sale, a new service which guarantees the sale of an item within a few days. The new service provides Glyde users with another option for how they sell iPads, iPhones, video games, DVDs and more.

“Speed Sale gives sellers an easier-to-use option to quickly list their item, along with the comfort and security of knowing their item is guaranteed to sell on Glyde,” said Drew Lieberman, CEO at Glyde. “With the average house having 25 consumer electronic devices, you have to figure that some of those are not in use and could be worth real money to people.”

Launching in time for the speculated release of Apple’s next iPad this spring, Glyde anticipates Speed Sale will be very popular with those users who want to sell their current device before or after purchasing a newer and potentially more expensive version. Historically, sellers get more money selling on Glyde versus in-store and online trade in sites. iPad 2s are currently fetching as much as $405 on Glyde.

“Our users have been amazed when their old iPhone sells for more than the price of their new carrier contracted phone,” continued Lieberman. “We expect that with any important release, especially from Apple, we will see an uptick in the listings of the older version.”

Simple Selling

Glyde radically simplifies the entire selling process. Users enter the name of the item they want to sell in the search box and Glyde returns the product image and options for the condition of the item. Glyde automatically recommends a fair market value for the item, but also allows users to list their own price, either of which are typically higher than in-store and online trade in values. Once sold, sellers receive a pre-addressed, stamped packaging from Glyde to ship the item to the buyer. The seller is paid once the buyer receives the item, and the two never need to meet in person.

Buying Used With All the Confidence of New

Glyde makes it easy and safe for buyers to enjoy great deals on used items. Starting with a visually appealing, uncluttered site and over $150M worth of for-sale inventory – everything from gently-used iPhone and iPads, to popular video games – users can see every version and every condition of available items on a single screen. Buyer’s money is protected until the item arrives in the described condition.

Glyde.com, which offers an easy and rich buying and selling experience for shoppers, boasts over $4 million in user savings in 2011, which includes saving on today’s most sought after devices.

About Glyde.com

Glyde, the brainchild of Simon Rothman, founder of eBay Motors, is the leading provider of democratized e-commerce. Glyde unlocks the value of used goods by creating a selling experience unsurpassed anywhere on the web. With just a few clicks, Glyde provides a portal for buyers and sellers to conduct transactions surrounding iPads and tablets, iPhones and other smart phones, video games and DVDs, with a focus on speed and safety, and without the hassle found on other sites. Glyde is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

Sell Your iPhone for More Money and Less Hassle

October 10, 2011

Glyde, the online marketplace that provides the simplest way to list and sell unwanted gadgets for the most money possible, is excited to announce that iPhones can now be easily bought and sold via Glyde. This adds to the extensive list of consumer electronics, video games, books, and DVDs already sold on Glyde. Today’s addition of iPhones is one more example of product expansion driven by customer feedback.

“Glyde users are not shy about telling us what they want in their marketplace,” said CEO Simon Rothman. “The excitement around the iPhone 4S has created a groundswell of demand from customers looking to sell their old phones. Our focus on having an easy to use marketplace for sellers makes listing your old iPhone as easy as dropping it in a junk drawer, and our sellers make substantially more than they would be trading it in.”

First time users can list an item for sale in just seconds by taking advantage of the Glyde Suggested Resale Price (GSRP). When the item sells, Glyde sends you a pre-stamped mailer so you can ship without ever leaving the house. Currently, iPhones are selling on Glyde for 40%-65% more than the amount paid by trade-in sites.

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