Boost Mobile is getting closer to meeting FCC coverage deadlines by the end of the year and has claimed the title of MNO (Mobile Network Operator) instead of MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator.) Boost is required to meet specific milestones in its 5G network buildout. The deadline last June was that Boost needed to cover 70% of Read more…
Thanks to E-Scrap News for covering our session at e-Summit. (Link to story) Author Colin Staub did a nice job summarizing our session, as we explored new ways for mobile repair shops to add income. If you missed the session in Austin, check out this summary. NWIDA Announcing IMEI Reports – Generate a comprehensive device report Read more…
Yesterday, we were invited to moderate a panel at Mobile Repair Dayheld inside the e-Summit conference. I was joined by Shay Kripilani of Injured Gadgets, Eric Houdek of PLP and Chad Johansson , a CPR franchisee. We discussed the challenges of a local wireless repair shop, Apple and Samsung issues and how repair shops can generate more Read more…
According to Light Reading (link below) Lyca Mobile said it settled its legal battle with T-Mobile, but details were not released. None of the companies involved would publicly discuss the situation. The fight between Lycamobile and T-Mobile stretches back to 2022, when T-Mobile filed a lawsuit against Lycamobile. T-Mobile claims it accidentally undercharged Lyca for more than a Read more…
Many of the (former) MVNOs – which have been recently purchased by their carrier have upgraded their offerings: Ultra Mobile (now owned by T-Mobile) has removed all high-speed data caps on its unlimited plans. In addition, Ultra is giving 50 winners 6 months of Ultra Unlimited service and their choice of streaming services. Customers can enter at Read more…
Phone Arena reports (link below) T-Mobile will face fraud allegations, including deceptive practices, following a ruling by the New York State Supreme Court. The suit alleges that T-Mobile conspired with the third-largest operator of T-Mobile stores, Arch Telecom, to close the minority-owned locations. The original filing submitted to the court said, “Arch Telecom attempts to close the Plaintiffs’ stores for absolutely Read more…
As we recently reported – Dish is selling it’s TV business to Direct TV – and, in a new twist, AT&T is also selling their part. Private-equity firm TPG agreed to buy AT&T’s remaining stake in DirecTV and merge the satellite company with rival Dish. AT&T agreed to sell its remaining 70% share of DirecTV to TPG for Read more…
Bloomberg and other outlets are reporting that Dish and Direct TV are in advanced talks to merge their TV businesses. The deal would create the largest US pay-TV provider, with almost 20 million subscribers. Dish has almost $2 billion in debt due in November, and they currently do not have the means to pay it. In addition, Read more…
Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to go to the New York dealer event, hosted by Total Wireless and Verizon. We love these dealer events – and wish more carriers, brands and MVNOs would do them. It’s a great way for the dealers, Masters and service providers to get together, share concerns and future plans (oh, Read more…
T-Mobile has recently enacted a policy that cuts indirect dealer stores out of T-Mobile Tuesday promotions. Dealers were not given a chance to “opt-out” – they were cut out by T-Mobile. In addition, Dealer goals have been raised while compensation has been lowered. It certainly seems they are actively trying to drive the dealers out of business. Read more…
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