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…
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Next week is the iQmetrix SummitX – 3 full days of great sessions. It’s at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, CA! It’s the only event of its kind with a focus on wireless telecom retail and Interconnected commerce. NWIDA is thrilled to be attending our first one this year! The agenda looks like it’s 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…
MobileX has announced the launch of its new “Gold Network” data access options, set to roll out on October 18th. This service will provide customers with priority data access for a small premium over standard rate plans. Meanwhile, standard custom data plans without priority access will see a slight price reduction. The Gold Network is designed to Read more…
What’s going on with the Wireless Repair World? Glad you asked! Google Pixel Watch 4: The new model is now repair-friendly, allowing battery replacements without damaging the device. Retailers and Repair: The National Retail Federation (NRF) has absorbed the Reverse Logistics Association, signaling major retailers’ focus on repairability. Europe’s Right to Repair: EU campaigners warn Read more…
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