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I’m now working on my third iPhone. I started with the iPhone 3Gs, then upgraded to the iPhone 4, and now just got my hands on the iPhone 4S. Yes, I’m a self admitted Apple Fanboy and have the devices to prove it! Really though, who are we kidding? Apple makes amazing products but they don’t exactly fall in line with your average parents budget. That’s okay though!

With my last 2 iPhone upgrades I either paid very, very little or nothing out of pocket. Now you could always sell it on eBay under a typical auction style. This is a great way to get the most money back from your phone. However, the last time I searched for an iPhone on eBay it returned 11,320 pages full of iPhones for sale!! With so many phones available I can only imagine how long it must take to sell one. If you have some time then I would definitely go this route as you could get upwards of $400 depending on model and condition.

However, if you’re reading this then you’re likely a parent. You’re also likely a parent that values their time and just wants to get the money for their old phone…like now! Well, eBay has helped those of us who are sensitive of the time we have to get things done by creating a dedicated site!! If you’re thinking about upgrading your older iPhone or other smartphone to a 4s (BTW, I totally recommend it!) check out eBay’s Instant Sale Site!

Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Go to eBay’s Instant Sale Site.

Step 2: Find your phone.

Step 3: Answer 4 easy questions

Step 4: Accept offer, print shipping label, and ship for Free!

Step 5: Wait 5 business days and collect money via Paypal!

That’s about all it takes and in a weeks time you can be on your way to upgrading to your new phone!

Now keep in mind that the longer you wait, the less you’re probably going to get for your phone. Also note, that as of this writing the eBay Instant Sale site is only going to be active until October 20th.

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One of the best things about taking O and Jake to the park is seeing the look of excitement on their faces as they’re running around having an amazing time. I know one day they will be too old to want to play at the park. I’ll have the memories of these days in my mind but that will fade over time.

I think we forget how easy it is now to capture these precious moments. Just about everyone has a digital camera but all too often we live it at home. Photography is a hobby of mine and I love shooting with my DLSR. The problem is, as I mentioned, I’m forgetting to bring it out with us. I think I’ve been okay with it because I’m able to get the shots I want with my iPhone 4. The camera is so good on this phone that I’m rarely wishing I had my DSLR when out at places like the park. Don’t get me wrong, the DSLR takes much better pictures but for what I want, it’s not necessary. The majority of the shots on my blog were all taken with my iPhone. I think the other thing that helps (as opposed to the DSLR) is that I can take the shot, edit it on my phone, and then immediately upload it to Flickr. You just can’t get more convenient than that and this Dad like convenience.

Most of you probably have a smartphone (iPhone or otherwise) and if you’re not already, I highly encourage you to explore the camera and capture those shots of your little ones. Right now you have good use for that camera but there will come a day when the opportunity has past. One day the only memories we’ll have are the ones our brains allow us to hold on to. For now? I’m going to get as many shots as I can of these two so I’ll never forget these incredible moments.

This past weekend we went to the park and these were some of my favorite shots I got.

How Parents Can Upgrade Their iPhones For Free Thanks To eBay!

My Beautiful Babies At The Park