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Amsterdam students know what to do with your old and broken devices

Amsterdam students know what to do with your old and broken devices

Students in Amsterdam are collecting old and broken electronic devices from August 31 to September 23. Residents can register their items online to have them picked up by the students.

Based on reporting by amsterdam. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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