Opinions on this gift question

[Anonymous]

For Christmas, MB got me a photo printer that hooks up to a cell phone. it is a very thoughtful gift, because I scrapbook and would definitely end up making a lot of prints. The problem is that I plan to upgrade my cell phone within the next month or two, and it doesn't work with the upgraded version of my phone. normally, I would just say a gracious thank you (which I did) and then quietly resell or regift it, but I would hate for her to notice that I was still using prints that say target on the back when I do projects with the kids that include photos. should I mention that it is incompatible with my new phone, and if so, should I offer to let her return it or simply let her know that I appreciated the gesture but passed it on to someone who was able to use it? I would really hate for her to notice that I was not able to use it and feel badly that her gift did not work out.

What is my best bet for avoiding hurt feelings here?

[Anonymous]

I think I would tell just what you said here.

[Anonymous]

Can you exchange it for one that works with the new phone?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Can you exchange it for one that works with the new phone?

I don't have a gift receipt and have no idea where she got it. The closest I could come would be to sell it on craigslist or something, but I probably wouldn't buy another right now, since I am moving cross-country in 6 months and trying to downsize.

[Anonymous]

MB here - I'd want you to tell me. I think you're exactly right about the awkwardness if she realizes you're not using it but doesn't know why.

[Anonymous]

I'd just say the same thing you said here - you don't want her to feel like you don't appreciate her thoughtful gift but here are the facts, hope you understand - and thanks again, you're so thoughtful and I'm so glad to have you as my MB.

[Anonymous]

If you tell her, she'd probably give you the receipt to exchange it for something else from the store. Just say what you posted here