Numerous repair part wholesalers are warning of a “sharp price increase” in the near future. Power restrictions in China (see below), combined with the upcoming Chinese New Year and an increase in raw material pricing are expected to drive repair part prices significantly higher. Wholesalers are suggesting shops keep as much as one month of inventory on Read more…
The Daily Show, starring Trevor Noah, took on Right to Repair – with everything from McDonalds ice cream machines to phones. You can watch the 10 minute video segment here: — NWIDA members, contact us today if you need our assistance and if you’re not yet a member, we invite you to join today. Want news Read more…
Peter Adderton, Founder of Boost Mobile, has announced his new MVNO MobileX, will launch in 2022 on the Verizon network. Mobile X, will use a proprietary, AI-driven platform called XO.1 and is based on a customer-centric philosophy – that customers should only pay for what they use and need. A unique feature of the XO.1 platform will Read more…
According to LightReading (link below) Verizon appears to have acquired the 4G network and spectrum of Missouri’s Chariton Valley Communications Corporation (CVCC). “The proposed transaction includes the assignment of the identified [spectrum] licenses and the LTE operating network, including LTE network assets and facilities… The… transaction will expand Verizon Wireless’s coverage and service into markets that Verizon Read more…
Boost Mobile has announced it’s own phone – called the Celero5G – and when customers purchase it (for $279) it will include a year of free service. Boost has been losing subscribers every quarter since Dish took over, not to mention all the (legal) issues between Dish and former parent T-Mobile. And then there’s the 3G network Read more…
Jump start employee productivity by introducing gamification. The National Wireless Independent Dealer Association (NWIDA) is pleased to introduce Arcade as their latest Vendor Partner (“VP”), providing easy to use gamification to wireless retailers. NWIDA members will save 15% on Arcade services. If you’re looking to boost employee productivity, Arcade enables teams to realize their fullest potential through Read more…
The European Union has announced plans to force device manufacturers to fit a common USB-C charging port on their devices. The proposal is likely to have the biggest impact on Apple, which continues to use its proprietary Lightning connector rather than the USB-C connector adopted by most of its competitors. The new iPad pro HAS a USB-C connector Read more…
Effective October 1, T-Mobile is forcing Metro stores to have a minimum of 2 employees at all times. This will significantly increase costs at smaller stores, while larger stores will most likely see little to no impact. This could be seen as a way to close down the smaller stores, as their labor costs will increase significantly, Read more…
T-Mobile has announced that they will offer in-store repairs to their Protection subscribers in a trial of 500 stores starting November 1st. Protection costs $7 (or more) per month. The repairs will be performed by “highly-credentialed” Assurant technicians using approved parts, and they’re promising same day service. T-Mobile said that more stores will provide the option in Read more…
T-Mobile has announced a major deal with Walmart to carry both T-Mobile and Metro brands, dealing a large blow to it’s indirect channel. They will launch in 2,300 stores across the U.S., as well as Walmart.com. Per the Press Release: Starting Oct. 18, anyone will be able to shop Metro by T-Mobile displays in select Walmart stores Read more…