PhoneArena is reporting what many in the channel have been whispering for months: T-Mobile is moving toward a version of itself that may be almost unrecognizable – and it’s not good news for the dealers. According to leaked internal discussions and employee reports: T-Mobile is starting to close more dealer locations. Corporate stores may stick around for Read more…
Verizon announced they are laying-off more than 13,000 employees, including some at the retail store level. In addition, NWIDA has learned Verizon would like to convert a number of corporate owned stores to dealer stores. The cuts, which began yesterday, were detailed in an internal memo from new CEO Dan Schulman. Verizon ended last year with nearly Read more…
Echostar is at it again. They’re selling MORE spectrum – this time their AWS-3 licenses – to SpaceX. This sale nets them another $2.6B in SpaceX stock. So, combine this with the sale of spectrum that SpaceX bought in September, and we ask the question: Is SpaceX trying to be a mobile carrier? Industry analyst Roger Entner Read more…
MobileX announced it will cover the cost of wireless service for customers who’ve lost access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The offer includes unlimited talk and text plus up to 2 GB of high-speed data per month, provided for as long as SNAP benefits remain suspended. Customers must verify SNAP participation via the MobileX Read more…
In another step to eliminate the dealers – and to give customers another reason NOT to visit a store, T-Mo has eliminated ALL payment arrangement options, except the T-Life app. Payment arrangements allow T-Mobile customers who are past due to schedule a payment date to avoid having their service suspended. It allows for some financial flexibility Read more…
Total Wireless is bringing a FREE plan to market – if your market is defined as California. Starting today, eligible residents in California can get Total Wireless service with unlimited talk, unlimited text, and 6GB of high-speed data for as low as FREE – $0 per month through the California LifeLine program! Plus, customers receive a free Read more…
We’re excited to welcome Jason Biado to its Board of Advisers. With nearly 30 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to support our mission of empowering independent wireless dealers. As the Senior VP of Distribution at MobileX Global, Biado has achieved significant milestones, including tripling Master Agent partnerships Read more…
Verizon has named Dan Schulman – former CEO at AT&T and Spring as their new CEO – effective immediately. Hans Vestberg will remain on the board – until at least 2026. Verizon on Monday also announced that Mark Bertolini would be chairman of the company’s board of directors. “The board is thrilled to have Dan as Verizon’s next Read more…
Today we’re proud to announce that ABMNUS, has joined NWIDA as an Master Agent member. ABMNUS, a leader in wireless retail solutions, is proud to announce its membership with the National Wireless Independent Dealer Association (NWIDA). This partnership marks a significant step in ABMNUS’s mission to empower independent wireless dealers and expand its footprint in the wireless retail Read more…
Today we’re proud to announce that MobileX, the most customizable wireless service designed to save consumers money, has joined NWIDA as an MVNO member. This partnership underscores MobileX’s commitment to empowering independent wireless dealers with innovative tools, resources, and opportunities to thrive in today’s competitive market. NWIDA, the only trade and advocacy organization dedicated to independently owned wireless Read more…
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