A major Verizon outage in 2026 is affecting customers nationwide. Wireless dealers should prepare for increased support requests, communicate solutions, and use this opportunity to build trust and loyalty with their customer base.

Verizon’s share structure and performance in 2026 affect network investments and dealer partnerships. Wireless dealers should monitor financial news to understand how Verizon’s moves can impact inventory, support, and customer opportunities.

The FCC will let Verizon lock phones for longer, making it harder for customers to switch carriers in 2026. Wireless dealers must prepare for more customer questions, adjust upgrade strategies, and educate buyers about unlocking rules.

AT&T is reportedly dropping Moto phones from its stores in 2026. Wireless dealers must prepare for inventory changes, recommend alternatives, and answer customer questions about device choices and trade-ins.

The global RAM crisis is forcing telcos to sell fewer phones in 2026. Wireless dealers must prepare for inventory shortages, focus on trade-ins, and boost accessory sales to navigate this supply chain challenge.

T-Mobile Tuesdays is still one of the most underappreciated loyalty perks in wireless. Dealers can use this weekly rewards program to drive upgrades, increase store visits, and build customer loyalty in 2026’s competitive market.

AT&T is partnering with a top car brand to embed 5G in new vehicles, unlocking connected services and smarter driving. Wireless dealers can capitalize with device bundles, IoT solutions, and education on the future of automotive connectivity.

AT&T has successfully challenged T-Mobile’s ad claims about price hikes, with regulators siding with AT&T. Wireless dealers can use this news to clarify billing questions, address customer concerns, and guide plan reviews in 2026’s competitive market.

T-Mobile is raising its Regulatory Programs & Telco Recovery Fee in 2026, impacting monthly bills. Wireless dealers should prepare to explain these changes, address customer concerns, and promote value-focused plans and upgrades.

T-Mobile’s new Better Value Plan delivers lower rates and robust features for budget-conscious customers. Wireless dealers can leverage this plan to win price-sensitive shoppers, drive upgrades, and increase loyalty in 2026.

The new Opensignal report reveals how T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon stack up on 5G speed, coverage, and reliability. Wireless dealers can leverage these findings to guide customer upgrades, address objections, and strengthen sales strategies in 2026.

Verizon is rolling out daily rewards in the My Verizon app, offering perks, deals, and exclusive offers. Wireless dealers can use this to drive upgrades, boost in-store visits, and strengthen customer loyalty in 2026.

T-Mobile’s 2026 free line promotion is back, letting customers add an extra line at no cost. Wireless dealers can use this to drive upgrades, attract families and businesses, and bundle more devices and accessories for higher revenue.

T-Mobile’s Apple Messages integration and T Life Virtual Assistant are set to transform customer support and digital engagement. Wireless dealers can leverage these tools to improve service, drive upgrades, and differentiate in a competitive market.

Verizon could phase out technologies not earning their keep in 2026, impacting devices, plans, and dealer support. Wireless dealers must prepare for network changes, customer upgrades, and new sales opportunities as Verizon focuses on profitable, next-gen solutions.

AT&T’s 2026 satellite move will deliver nationwide coverage, new device upgrades, and enterprise solutions. Wireless dealers can grow revenue by targeting rural, business, and outdoor customers with satellite-ready phones, bundles, and service plans

The DOJ is investigating Google and Verizon for alleged fraud, raising questions about industry trust and compliance. Wireless dealers must stay informed, communicate transparently with customers, and be ready to address concerns about privacy, data integrity, and ethical business practices.

AT&T won a major advertising battle when BBB National Programs retracted its cease-and-desist letter over the Luke Wilson ad that criticized T-Mobile's marketing. The victory clarifies advertising rules for wireless dealers and highlights the importance of truth-based competitive marketing that doesn't violate self-regulatory policies.

A federal judge ordered T-Mobile to stop scraping AT&T customer data via its "Switching Made Easy" tool. The lawsuit highlights legal risks of AI-powered account access tools. Wireless dealers must understand compliance, customer consent, and safe switching practices to avoid legal exposure while helping customers transition carriers.

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon fixed wireless access (FWA) speeds declined in Q2 and Q3 2025, according to Ookla. Network congestion from shared mobile and home internet resources is impacting customer experience. Wireless dealers can capitalize by educating customers, positioning fiber alternatives, and leveraging carrier spectrum investments to drive sales.