{
  "id": 2989935,
  "title": "I asked ChatGPT how much my box of forgotten old tech was worth — I ended up selling it for $130",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/i-asked-chatgpt-how-much-my-box-of-forgotten-old-tech-was-worth-i",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-08-24T09:51:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/ai-platforms-assistants/i-asked-chatgpt-how-much-my-box-of-forgotten-old-tech-was-worth-i-ended-up-selling-it-for-usd130"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "My attic houses a small collection of obsolete technology. Over time, I've let these items pile up in boxes, despite rarely using them. Recently, I scanned a box containing an old Nintendo Wii, two games, an older Kindle, and various DVDs. I asked ChatGPT to identify the items, assess their potential resale value, and check recent eBay sales. ChatGPT quickly recognized the Wii and the games, including Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2. It also identified the DVDs by their spines but noted that most used movies have little resale value. The Kindle turned out to be a first-generation Kindle Fire, which could sell for about $15 to $20. The Wii alone could fetch around $40, with complete packages commanding more. ChatGPT estimated the entire box could sell for $115 to $135, depending on condition, selling fees, and whether buyers made lower offers. After a couple of days of selling, I was able to get $130 for the lot. This experiment proved that ChatGPT can identify objects, assess their value, and help determine what to do with them.",
  "summary": "ChatGPT turned a shelf of forgotten games and gadgets into a potential resale haul",
  "key_points": [
    "ChatGPT identified items in box, including Wii and Kindle",
    "Wii could fetch $40, Kindle $15-$20, box $115-$135",
    "Seller earned $130 after selling box of old tech"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}