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…
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…
So, yes, we too have heard the rumors of the Tesla phone. And we have PROOF it exists. But it’s not THAT Tesla phone. See, there’s a company in Siberia, called… Tesla that already makes phones. See? But they have nothing to do with Elon Musk’s company. So, what’s this Tesla Pi phone everyone is talking about. Some websites claim they Read more…
Mike Sievert annouced that he’s leaving the CEO job at T-Mobile as of November 1. Srini Gopalan, the current COO, has been appointed to be T-Mobile’s next CEO. Sievert will transition to vice chairman of the company. No word yet on how this will impact other T-Mobile executives like Jon Freier. ——– NWIDA members, contact us 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…
Venio Joins NWIDA Offering International & Domestic Gift Cards, Mobile Top-Ups, Gaming PINs and Bill PaymentsTo learn more, please visit nwida.org/venio September 10, 2025, West Orange, New Jersey, – The National Wireless Independent Dealer Association (NWIDA) proudly announced that Venio has joined the Association as a Vendor Partner. This partnership brings valuable new opportunities for partners to Read more…
Just days after AT&T reached an agreement to acquire a significant portion of wireless spectrum licenses from EchoStar for approximately $23 billion, now SpaceX has agreed to acquire AWS-4 and H block spectrum for an additional $17 billion. In addition, SpaceX will pay $2 billion in current Echostar debt. In connection with the transaction, SpaceX and EchoStar will enter into Read more…
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