I’ve been in wireless a long time. Some would say too long (ha ha) – but in my 35 years of experience working with and for carriers, I’ve noticed something. And it’s happening again in a big way. If you are an exclusive dealer – this message is for you. I don’t care if you own one Read more…
In the latest prepaid report by Wave7 Research suggests Republic Wireless will soon end operations. Multiple sources confirmed to Wave7 that closure is likely, although there is no clear time frame. In November, Republic shut down its online community forums. Their social media accounts also went primarily dark last year. In 2022, there was only one post Read more…
After sitting on the Governor’s desk for 6 months, and after NWIDA wrote her an open letter to sign it, NY Governor Kathy Hochul signed the NY Right to Repair bill and made it law. This legislation will give consumers and independent shops equal access to the parts and information needed to fix electronic products. Manufacturers will Read more…
The US Chamber of Commerce has posted 5 Smart Marketing Strategies for 2023 and I think they can definitely be implemented in your wireless shop. We’ll post the link to the full article below. Here’s a summary: From creating video content to tapping digital creators, these trends will shape marketing strategies in 2023 and beyond. Social commerce will continue to Read more…
NWIDA has learned – and has heard from multiple dealers – that T-Mobile is ending their “TPRS” (T-Mobile Preferred Retailer – Subdealer) program and will close hundreds of dealer-owned stores within the first quarter of 2023. NWIDA has been told by a Master Agent that it’s T-Mobile ending the program, not anyone Master Agent. Many of these Read more…
According to a social media post, and seen by one of their customers, Verizon is switching the roaming options. As of January 1, 2023 Verizon will only roam on a 5G network – which could adversely affect smaller and rural communities. We’re working on additional information and will update this post as needed. — NWIDA members, Read more…
Earlier today – and with no notice – Wireless Advocates shut down and terminated between 1500-2000 employees. Primarily inside Costco Warehouse Clubs (and to a lesser extent on Military Bases), Wireless Advocates was the “store within a store” for wireless sales and service. All the kiosks/locations were shuttered, meaning (at least for now) they were not sold Read more…
Manon Brouillette, who joined Verizon in June 2021 and was promoted to CEO in January, is leaving the company’s consumer wireless business. The duties of Brouillette will be taken over by Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg. The departure of Brouillette shouldn’t come as a surprise. Verizon’s consumer division has had three awful quarters. In Q1, the company lost Read more…
According to a press release (link below) beginning this month, Boost Mobile services will be available in 7-Eleven stores as a part of a nationwide retail expansion that adds more than 7,500 stores to the brand’s reach. New and existing Boost Mobile customers will be able to purchase SIMs to start new service, and refill current accounts. Read more…
Here are our 2023 Retail Member Rates: You can lock in 2022 rates for all of 2023 by joining before January 1, 2023 Annual Plan 6 Month Plan 3 Month Plan Single Store $339.00 $199.00 $115.00 2-5 Stores $475.00 $299.00 $175.00 6-10 Stores $625.00 $425.00 $250.00 11-29 Stores $1699.00 $825.00 $475.00 30+ Stores $5350.00 $2950.00 $1700.00 — Read more…