# Switching to Refurbished Gadgets & Making Them Last - Colin Baker

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Podcast: [Book of Leaves](https://stenobird.com/podcast/book-of-leaves-16502)
Published: 2025-05-19T10:00:42+00:00
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Colin Baker is a tech specialist who often frequents morning TV shows giving gadget advice, but I found him when I went into his shop Back From The Future in need of a refurbished laptop. The advice he had on keeping my laptop in good condition made me think he'd be a good guest on the podcast! You can pop into one of his shops in Dublin, check out his website, or stay up to date with him on Instagram @gadgetguycolin . As always, don't forget to follow Book of Leaves on Instagram , Blue Sky or Facebook , leave us a review, and share with a friend x Find my depop profile @cearadc ! Patreon / Buy Me A Coffee X x [05:30] Thie interview begins with an intro from Colin [07:05] His journey to be concious of waste [13:35] The difference in quality of goods being made today [17:00] Second hand versus factory refurbished gadgets [34:35] How to make our gadgets last [40:30] Where you can find Colin and his last tips   Also mentioned: Right to repair movement Interview with Gerry McGovern Interview with JR Doyle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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