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…
DISH Network’s Boost Mobile today announced its plan to acquire Los Angeles-based Gen Mobile. The release states the acquisition enables Boost Mobile to distribute to a larger segment of the low-income population while continuing its mass market expansion. Boost will procure the Gen Mobile brand, customer base, existing distribution network, technology and its seasoned wireless team. “Gen Mobile has an Read more…
3 Boost Master Agents have been terminated, effective September 1. Actify, Cellustar and Hyperlink have all had their agreements either terminated or not renewed and will no longer provide dealer services. Dealers using these Master Agents will need to find new Masters – and many (if not all) have been re-assigned to a new dealer-service provider. Read more…
If your store has been impacted by Hurricane Ida, NWIDA is offering you a FREE 3 month subscription to assist with whatever may need replacing. NWIDA members save every day on things like security cameras, store signage, wholesale accessories and devices and much more. We began NWIDA to give the independent dealer a bit more of a Read more…
This past week, we filed the official comment below with the FCC, regarding the Verizon / Tracfone merger. As the only trade and advocacy group for the independent wireless dealer and repair shops, it’s critical that NWIDA makes public our concerns regarding the tens of thousands of dealers that sell Tracfone products. — NWIDA members, contact Read more…