YouTube TV announced a new budget-friendly sports package launching in 2025, priced under $40/month and featuring ESPN channels, Fox Sports 1, NBC Sports, and Golf Channel. The package targets cost-conscious sports fans seeking affordable alternatives to $80+ live TV bundles. For wireless dealers, this creates opportunities to bundle streaming services with devices, offer cord-cutting consultations, and sell streaming hardware like Roku and Fire TV sticks.

Verizon partnered with Kodiak AI to power autonomous trucks using 5G Ultra Wideband connectivity. The partnership enables self-driving trucks to navigate highways safely using real-time data, AI processing, and mission-critical connectivity. For wireless dealers, this showcases enterprise 5G applications beyond smartphones—creating opportunities to sell IoT solutions, fleet connectivity, and business 5G services to logistics companies, construction firms, and transportation b

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: The foldable flagship battle intensifies. This dealer-focused comparison breaks down specs, durability improvements, profit margins, customer targeting, and wholesale sourcing strategies for the latest generation of book-style foldables.

Confused customers ask daily: "Should I upgrade to 5G?" Learn the real speed differences, coverage realities, and device requirements so you can confidently guide every sale. Master 4G vs 5G to match technology with customer needs, not hype.

Total Wireless launched Total Wireless Edge, a groundbreaking device financing program for prepaid customers. The program offers premium devices like iPhone 16e for $0 down and as low as $0/month after promotional credits, with no credit score requirements for existing customers with qualifying payment history. For wireless dealers, this eliminates the "prepaid penalty" and creates opportunities to sell flagship devices to budget-conscious customers.

Google and Apple issued emergency security updates to protect against zero-day attacks targeting iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Chrome browsers. The attacks exploited unknown vulnerabilities, potentially orchestrated by government-backed hackers using mercenary spyware. For wireless dealers, this creates opportunities to educate customers on device security, offer software update assistance, and position as trusted technology advisors.

Verizon launches 5G Network Slice - Enhanced Internet, offering business customers dedicated network capacity with 200 Mbps download and 45 Mbps upload speeds. The solution targets enterprises running AI, machine learning, and mission-critical workloads. For wireless dealers, this creates opportunities to sell enterprise connectivity solutions and position themselves as business technology experts.

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Roku quietly added 11 new free channels to The Roku Channel, including sports, news, classic TV, and educational content—all ad-supported with no subscription fees. For wireless dealers, this expansion creates opportunities to sell Roku devices, educate customers on free streaming alternatives, and bundle streaming solutions with 5G home internet.

DirecTV warns that SpaceX's plan to boost Starlink speeds could disrupt satellite TV service for millions. The FCC battle between satellite internet and traditional satellite TV reveals a dying industry. For wireless dealers, this creates opportunities to capture customers switching to streaming, 5G home internet, and mobile-first entertainment solutions.

Broadcast company TEGNA is demanding up to 50% carriage fee increases from cable provider Optimum, threatening higher bills for 4.4 million customers. As traditional TV costs soar, cord-cutting accelerates. For wireless dealers, this creates massive opportunities to capture customers switching to mobile-first entertainment and 5G home internet solutions.

A Kansas customer sued Verizon after the carrier refused to unlock his iPhone despite FCC regulations requiring unlocking 60 days after activation. Verizon changed its policy retroactively, demanding 60 days of paid service instead. The customer won in small claims court. For wireless dealers, understanding phone unlocking regulations is critical to avoid legal issues and maintain customer trust.

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Consumer Cellular is offering new customers their entire second month free on every line through February 15, 2026, using promo code 2NDFREE. This MVNO promotion targets budget-conscious households looking to cut wireless bills without sacrificing coverage. For wireless dealers, this represents an opportunity to attract value-seeking customers and compete against higher-priced carriers.

Verizon is now offering free lines to select customers—a strategy borrowed directly from T-Mobile's playbook. The promotion offers an Unlimited Welcome line free for 36 months to qualifying customers on Unlimited plans. Available via the My Verizon app, the BYOD-only deal requires autopay and paperless billing. For wireless dealers, this represents a major opportunity.

T-Mobile has closed a loophole that allowed employees to bypass the T-Life app by processing cash transactions through legacy systems. With cash payments now integrated into T-Life, all customers and employees must use the app for transactions. Installed over 90 million times, T-Life represents T-Mobile's aggressive digital transformation strategy—and wireless dealers must adapt.

UBS reports rising cancellation rates at AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon as customers become more willing to switch carriers. The Big Three are launching aggressive campaigns like Verizon's "Bring Your Bill" and T-Mobile's "Switching Made Easy" to steal customers from rivals. For wireless dealers, this environment creates massive opportunities to win customers frustrated by price hikes and poor service.

Former T-Mobile TPR employees reveal widespread unethical practices including adding unauthorized insurance, accessories, and services to customer accounts without consent. Luna Wireless, which operates 450+ T-Mobile stores, is specifically named. This scandal highlights why ethical wireless sales practices dealers prioritize create sustainable competitive advantages through trust, transparency, and long-term customer relationships.

Verizon is cutting HBO Max upgrade prices starting December 16, offering ad-free streaming for less. The Standard tier drops to $7.50/month (down from $11), and Premium falls to $12/month (from $15). This creates a powerful sales opportunity for wireless dealers to position streaming bundles as value-adds that increase customer retention and average revenue per user.

SpaceX has quietly removed its budget-friendly $40 Starlink plan from the US market, leaving dealers and customers searching for affordable satellite internet alternatives. The Residential 100Mbps plan, which capped speeds at 100Mbps, is no longer available on Starlink's website or app. This creates new opportunities for wireless dealers to position alternative connectivity solutions and bundles.