SpaceX CFO Bret Johnsen says Starlink plans to launch “5G-quality” mobile satellite service for smartphones in the first half of 2028, powered by V3 satellites deployed through 2027. He says SpaceX can use midband spectrum bought from EchoStar and already has FCC approval for direct-from-space and terrestrial capability. The Big Three have refused MVNO deals—creating a major dealer opportunity around backup connectivity.

AT&T Build-a-Plan lets customers customize perks and pricing. Dealers can run a perk audit, prevent bill shock, and bundle upgrades.

AT&T Blue Carpet is another “carpet” perks/experience push—meant to reduce churn by making customers feel valued (priority treatment, extras, or benefits). Dealers should treat this like a Perks Reality Check: what benefits are real, who qualifies, and what the customer must do to claim them. Then convert it into revenue with a 3-step close: (1) keep the line by matching the right plan, (2) upgrade the device if it improves the experience, and (3) bundle protection + accessor