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B-STOCK: R2 CERTIFICATION IS GOOD BUSINESS FOR SELLERS AND BUYERS!

WIRELESS INDUSTRY LEADERs TO MEET IN LAS VEGAS R2 Certification Is Good Business

for Sellers and Buyers!

Written by: Kathy Katcher, CEO & Publisher of Wireless Dealer Magazine

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he current mobile phone market is growing exponentially and the rules are quickly changing. This is especially true for the secondary market, which alone is worth $17 billion. Let this soak in: there are an estimated 4.6 billion cell phones in use throughout the world; when those devices are returned, they will need data wiping and recycling so that manufacturers and retailers can remarket the devices to resellers. When it comes to data wiping and remarketing, organizations need to keep current with best practices to either stay - or become - a trusted player.

Risk avoidance is at the top of the list when it comes to remarketing used electronic devices. It’s important to know who is buying and ultimately reselling the devices. It’s also paramount to understand the regulations associated with these transactions.

To start, organizations must keep current with R2 certification and what that means.

When R2 certification was first introduced in 2008 (through the SERI nonprofit), the goal was to create best practices for the repair and recycling of electronic devices. Currently, there are over 700 facilities with R2 certification. To earn certificationfacilities have to show that

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they can run audit reports; that all recycling is done ethically; and that customer data is kept secure. This last point—keeping customer data secure— is helping drive the growth of the mobile secondary market.

When it comes to trading in a phone, data wiping is the primary concern of consumers. No one wants to think his contact lists, bank information, or other personal data will still be available as his phonemakes its way into the secondary market. When a facility becomes R2 certified, it is showing a serious commitment to consumer privacy. The certification also provides risk aversion for wireless companies that sell used devices to R2 certified facilities. It is no wonder that so many manufacturers and retailers require their buyers to be R2 certified.

The recycling of mobile phones is another serious topic. By becoming R2 certified, a facility can demonstrate how it will protect the environment when recycling electronic devices. No one wants to see billions of phones piled up in landfills. What’s more, the numerous precious metals found inside phones— everything from lead to copper to gold to silver—can

cause mas si ve pollution and contaminates water supplies. Consider this: a single cell phone battery can pollute 600,000 liters of water. But it doesn’t have to be that way: over 90% of materials found in a phone can be recovered and reused.

Sean Cleland ishead of the mobile division at B-Stock, a company that is leading the way when it comes to the mobile secondary market and the remarketing of devices. According to Cleland: “Buyers and sellers of secondary phones can create positive PR just by becoming R2 certified. A commitment towards protecting the environment, on top of protecting consumer privacy and providing risk aversion, will go a long way towards legitimacy and will help grow a thriving secondary mobile phone business.”

Cleland is keeping a close eye on the development of R2 certification, how it’s progressing, and how it’s having an impact on the secondary market. He and his team attend industry meetings and sit down, faceto-face, with marketplace insiders who are forging ahead in a field set to explode with excess product.

“B-Stock has partnered with some of the nation’s largest wireless carriers, manufacturers, and buyback companies to launch customizable, online auction marketplaces where they can sell excess and trade-in product directly to R2 certified buyers,” says Cleland.

“In addition to providing a direct sales channel, we are working to establish certification and conditioning programs to help create a more consistent market experience.”

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SOLARCOMM: PRE- OWNED PHONES CAN BE LIKE NEW

PRE-OWNED PHONES

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By Arlene Hauben

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re-owned cellular phones are big business, with the global market expected to reach $14 billion in 2017, according to a survey by Gartner. Properly tested and graded for functionality, used phones can be A-stock, like new condition devices, offering an excellent value when compared to new phone costs.

Solarcomm Wireless, now entering its 21st year as a wholesale cellular phone distributor, sells many types of leading brand cellular phones and tablets that can be new, certified preowned or used, to retail stores, other dealers, MVNOS and insurance companies. They are one of the biggest suppliers of certified pre-owned phones to customers that are in need of an alternative to the skyrocketing prices of the new phone market.

They offer a wide variety of models from all the major manufacturers, Apple, Samsung, LG, etc., primarily devices that are compatible with the Verizon network. Solarcomm also deals with most other carriers as well as unlocked phones.

Erik Molden, owner and president of Solarcomm, spoke from Tempe, Arizona, about the strong growth of the business since its start in 1996. He attributes Solarcomm’s strong industry reputation to its commitment of their motto “We sell what we say” and unmatched customer service.

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TESTING AND GRADING

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We want to uphold that time-honored standard by testing and grading every phone that leaves our facility,” said Molden.

Cellular phone testing and grading services

by Solarcomm’s professional quality-control team has been the basis for their success in the wholesale industry. This commitment to excellence has Solarcomm conducting business in several countries.

“We are proud that we test and grade everything.

There should not be any other way of selling fully functional pre-owned devices. They are used devices but because of our quality control team’s process the customer receives a thoroughly tested, like new device,” added Molden.

Molden started Solarcomm over 20 years ago activating phones and has watched the industry grow from the simple brick phone to today’s highly sophisticated devices. Integrity and long term relationships have allowed Solarcomm to keep pace with the competition.

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SOLARCOMM: PRE- OWNED PHONES CAN BE LIKE NEW

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED

CELLULAR PHONES (CPO’S)

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ince 80 percent of the products they sell are used, Certified Pre-Owned cellular devices -- Solarcomm concentrates on tried-and-true testing and grading services.

Molden remembers when an “A” stock used to mean like new.

That’s his goal when it comes to bringing Pre-Owned phones back to life. He believes in “selling with integrity.”

To meet the increasing demand for high quality CPO’s, Solarcomm Wireless has brought testing and grading services into the 21st century.

Solarcomm’s quality control team checks the functionality of every pre-owned device using a 20 point inspection process to eliminate any defective units. The team grades all devices into the standard A-Stock, B-Stock, or C-Stock categories. This ensures that customers receive what they paid for.

Solarcomm uses certified software to conduct functionality testing. The certification process confirms make, model, memory and OS version. Testing is performed for hardware functionality, including but not limited to, WiFi, Bluetooth, charge ports, batteries, front and back cameras including flash, video recorder, lcd, microphones and speakers. The software also verifies if a device has google or Apple ID locks and checks IMEI’s to eliminate black listed devices.

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olarcomm inspects for cosmetic grades, making sure that devices are free from scratches.

Those devices that have cosmetic imperfections, are then put into a B or C stock category; again, ensuring the customers gets what they expect.

A-Stock devices are considered to be like new, the B stock phones will have minor scratches or blemishes and their C-stock will have excessive signs of use. All devices can be sold as handset only or may be kitted in the OEM or white box with accessories.

As the market continues to grow, cellular phone retailers and end users are continually searching for a less expensive option to the increasing high cost of a new phone. Overall growth in the wholesale cellular industry is rapidly expanding, because one in four people will have their cellular phones lost, stolen or damaged in one year. Solarcomm will continue to offer high quality, lower cost alternatives to an ever expanding market. Remember, they sell what they say.

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: IQMETRIX PREPARE YOUR SERVICE AND REPAIR BUSINESS FOR GROWTH

Prepare Your Service and Repair Business for Growth

By Arlene Hauben WDM PRODUCT EDITORIAL

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he emerging service and repair industry is anticipating and planning for the next level of growth. Over the coming five years, the annual growth of cell phone repair is projected to increase by 3.1 percent, reaping profits of $272.1 million, according to IBISWORLD 2016.

To prepare for the next decade of operating a repair business, iQmetrix has launched an enhanced Service & Repair module to empower service providers and repair technicians to deliver great customer service and grow their business.

“The repair industry is growing rapidly, but unfortunately, for many repair shops and their customers, the industry has been lacking standards and the necessary software tools to deliver a great repair experience,” said Stacy Hamer, Director of Professional Services at iQmetrix. “iQmetrix specializes in designing solutions for complex industries, and with our expertise in wireless retail, developing specific POS features that are essential to repair shops was a natural fit.” iQmetrix has taken its industry-leading wireless retail POS and added specific features to improve operations and sales flow.

The enhanced service and repair module is custom designed to deliver a point-of-sale solution that will enable repair shop owners and wireless dealers to better manage the work load and repair process.

Features of the enhanced service and repair module will allow users to create custom fields for repair requests, automatic flows to attach the appropriate SKU to the invoice, automatic serialization of products to track inventory, robust reporting and analytics, inventory forecasting and more.

With a POS crafted to fit the complicated needs of repair shops, service providers will be able to streamline operations and smooth out the sales process, optimizing opportunities for new revenue streams through tools like endless aisle and dropship.

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MAJOR ISSUES FACING SERVICE AND REPAIR MERCHANTS

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ne issue that service and repair merchants are facing is speed of service. Customers are addicted to their phones and tablets. If a screen cracks, or parts get wet,

or batteries expire, users are anxious to get their devices fixed as fast as possible.

The speed and quality of a repair plays heavily into customer satisfaction. In an industry where you have two interactions with the customer (when the device is dropped off and picked up), staff must be given the proper skills to create that satisfied customer. Training on not just repairs, but customer interactions is a must.

managers assume more responsibility, they realize the need to

The industry has grown so fast that technicians need to look at

network with a “community” of peers where they can share

more than just the repair aspect of the business. Dealers and technicians need to move past basic repair services and add

ideas and resources. They are already showing up at local industry events and conferences across the country to hear the

marketing skills, financial planning and staffing discipline, as well

latest word about sound business and customer practices.

as focus on procuring reliable sources for replacement parts.

As the wireless industry’s largest provider of POS, retail

Having a POS with robust integrated partners helps with these

management and omnichannel retail solutions, iQmetrix is

areas put repair shops ahead of their competitors.

dedicated to supporting repair community to ensure success for

The repair business is entering a new territory. As owners and

shop owners and dealers in this vibrant and promising industry.

To learn more...

visit www.iQmetrix.com/repair.

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LUX WIRELESS: THROWING DOWN.... THE LUX WIRELESS CHALLENGE!

THROWING DOWN…THE LUX WIRELESS CHALLENGE! The wireless accessory business is one of the most commoditized.

By Bob Lafon for Wireless Dealer Magazine

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et’s talk for a moment about how most wireless accessory wholesale distributors do business today. They talk about “relationships” and how they want to understand your unique business needs.

They talk about wanting to be your “business partner” rather than just another vendor. They tell you how much your business means to them, but that this partnership and relationship means even more! Some even go so far as to

talk about being a “trusted advisor.” Sounds wonderful, doesn’t it?

Can we have an honest conversation? Ok, I’ll start. The wireless accessory business is one of the most commoditized around.

Everyone is selling the same thing. Everyone offers the same services; same day shipping, VMI, stock balancing, RMA’s, credit terms, and the list goes on.

WE BEAT ANY COMMODITY DRIVEN BUSINESS ON PRICE. BY GIVING OUR CUSTOMERS THE BEST PRICE FROM THE VERY BEGINNING, WE ARE ABLE TO SPEND MORE TIME DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPS

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ow that we’re on the same page, Lux Wireless would like to throw down the gauntlet! All that you have to do is send them your most recent invoice for accessories and they’ll beat your current distributor’s prices by as much as 40%! What do you have to lose? The same products at a lower price? Who wouldn’t want that? After all, cost savings does equal more working capital and profit, right?

Lux Wireless opened for business in 2010 just outside of Atlanta. Their cost-savings approach has allowed them to grow tremendously over the past 8years. That growth continues to allow them to design and sell their own line of aggressively priced products as well as source other popular brands at a substantial savings - all to the benefit of their customers! Don’t kid yourself into thinking your current distributor is really giving you their best price, regardless of the volume you are currently doing with them. Lux Wireless believes the right thing to do for the customer is to simply give them the absolute lowest price possible, thus enabling them to better serve their customers and so that they may maintain profitable businesses that will be around to serve their local communities for years to come.

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We design, develop, and manufacture!

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peaking of products made by Lux Wireless, check this out! Lux Wireless is proud to announce a revolutionary new phone case, exclusive to Sonnebrand product line… IllumaPower! Implementing patentpending technology, IllumaPower eases the everyday struggle of connecting a charger in low-light conditions by elegantly illuminating the charger port. Embodied in a protective, yet slim form factor that accentuates the original stylings of the phone, the IllumaPower case is sure to appeal to a broad market. Now it will be easier than ever to see the charging port in low light or no light with this innovative new product! By allowing customers to better see the charging port, there will be fewer attempts at forcing the charger into the port. This will result in longer charger life and fewer repairs for phones protected by the IlumaPower case. Initially, the IllumaPower case will only be available for Apple iPhone 8 handsets, and will be backwards compatible to the iPhone 6 series. At launch in January of 2018, it will be available in select colors with more to come. By late 2nd quarter, the case will be available for popular Android devices such as the Galaxy series.

Now for those of you in the repair world, don’t think Lux has forgotten about you! Unlike most companies who carry screen replacements as just another product to sell, Lux Wireless has the experience to understand the intricacies of the repair industry. By observing rigorous quality control measures and standards, Lux Wireless has earned a reputation for supplying repair shops with reliable replacement screens, true capacity batteries, and other miscellaneous parts crucial to the success of any repair shop. As an added bonus, Lux Wireless offers some of the most competitive prices on their LCDBuy-Back program, which pays cash for broken glass screens. . Lux Wireless’s mentality is simple - supply only the highest quality parts at affordable prices to ensure repair shops can provide the level of service required to guarantee the loyalty of their customer base.

So what are you waiting for?

Pick up the phone and dial 855 589-9473 or email info@luxwireless.com today to learn more about how Lux Wireless can increase your profit margins on wireless accessories and repair parts without sacrificing quality or convenience.

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THE PREPAID EXPO: WIRELESS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO MEET IN LAS VEGAS

WIRELESS INDUSTRY LEADERs TO MEET IN LAS VEGAS

The Prepaid Expo Announces Eleventh Event

by Robin Tobias, President, The Prepaid Expo

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he Prepaid Expo, the show for the prepaid services industry, will be held at Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas, August 21-22. New for 2018, the show will also include the All Wireless Expo, to keep in line with the changes in the industry.

All Wireless Expo bridges the worlds of prepaid and value-added wireless products and services, bringing new opportunities to all industry players.

For ten years, The Prepaid Expo has convened the providers, distributors and retailers of prepaid wireless services. No other event supports the specific needs of the prepaid market, with a distinct focus on its growth and transition over the last decade. This two-day event is an ideal way to make connections across all levels of the wireless distribution chain, and learn about all variations of prepaid and wireless services – including the latest add-on items, such as accessories, devices, and on site repair.

While prepaid was historically a niche market, targeted at immigrants and the under banked, it has since expanded its reach to the mainstream consumer. Users of prepaid wireless,

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debit cards and gift cards are no longer a small subset of the industry, they are now in the majority. It is more important than ever to meet the needs of this rapidly growing group, and The Prepaid Expo is a great place to start.

Conference sessions will include representatives from companies with first-hand expertise in the prepaid and mobile service markets. The nation’s unbanked and underbanked,

THE PREPAID EXPO: WIRELESS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO MEET IN LAS VEGAS

and their access to financial services through smartphones, will be discussed, as well as the latest trends in the top up market; what’s required to prosper as a Mobile Virtual Network

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the ideas and trends that are the building blocks for continued success.”

Whether you offer international top up, mobile or card-driven payments, handsets, accessories or back-end technology,the industry works best when it works to gether. With two full days of exhibit hall activities, including numerous high impact networking functions to maximize exhibitor and attendee interaction, The Prepaid Expo and All Wireless Expo is only event created specifically for you, and the growth of your business.

“We had such a successful show that we will be hosting our Cellucom Annual Summit there starting next year,”said Chris Ighnat, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Cellucom Group and TPE 2017 Exhibitor.“Planet Hollywood is a great venue, the show is the perfect size, and the TPE team is top notch.”

Operator (MVNO); increasing margins at retail; and an update on prepaid wireless and card legislation.

Ben Jackson, COO, Network Branded Prepaid Card Association, said, “The Prepaid Expo brings together the players who are shaping the future of the mobile and payments industries. As these industries grow and change, Prepaid Expo speakers share

If you are looking to exhibit at The Prepaid Expo 2018, contact Lisa Brown, Event Director, at 866-203-2334 ext. 505 or lbrown@theprepaidexpo.com. Booth space starts at $3,999.

Free Exhibit Hall passes, along with discounted early bird conference passes, will be available through June 15. Online registration opens February 1, 2018.

To learn more – and Save the Date!

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H2OWIRELESS: FOLLOW THE LEADER!

H2O® WIRELESS: FOLLOW THE LEADER! Written by: Bob Lofon for Wireless Dealer Magazine

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ou remember the game from childhood, right? According to Wikipedia, “Follow the leader” is a children’s game. First, a leader or “head of the line” is chosen, and then the children all line up behind the leader. The leader then moves around, and all the children have to mimic the leader’s actions. Any players who fail to follow, or do what the leader does are out of the game. When only one person other than the leader remains, that player becomes the leader, and the game begins again with all players joining the line once again.

It is not too dissimilar in business. If you simply look to see who the leaders are in a given market segment, you will generally find their competitors taking their cue from those who lead the market.

Such is the case with h2o Wireless. h2o is clearly one of the leaders in the Prepaid segment. According to the Telecom competitive intelligence firm “Wave7 Research”, their 2017 Prepaid Dealer Survey, more than 75% of dealers surveyed carried h2o. Dealers said h2o was among the top 3 selling products as well.

So what is it that makes both dealers and consumers so enthusiastic about h2o? Let’s read some user reviews to find out: • “h2o is a very good phone service. It saves me money from buying calling cards. I love h2o phone service because before that I had to

pay for calling cards to call my home country, but now I only pay $27 per month and I get Unlimited Calling to my home country. Also there is no fear of increasing my monthly bill. I would suggest people who want to call other countries outside U.S. to check if they’re eligible for unlimited calling to their countries by going to h2o Wireless website. Again, great service, great price!”

• I used h2o while in the US. This specific product the SIM card - was easy to install. I then purchased the plan from h2o online. h2o’s cell & data coverage is good -- only in very remote places did I not have coverage.

• We bought this card to put in an unlocked phone that we purchased. Service has been great!

My initial conclusion after reading dozens of reviews that in-total scored an impressive 88 out of 100, is that h2o offers highly competitive pricing, excellent coverage on the AT&T network, works well with their SIM card plan that works in any unlocked phone, and has industry leading calling plans for international destinations.

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Upon reviewing h2o’s web site, I discovered that h2o Wireless sets themselves apart from the competition by offering a comprehensive suite of latest technologies and flexible yet simple services. They provide customers exactly what they want and need…a choice. With 3 simple and complete service plans, MONTH (Unlimited Data, Talk & Text), DAY (Unlimited Nights & Weekends) and MINUTE (Pay-As-You-Go), customers can be assured they will receive the same great quality and service with nationwide GSM coverage with no activation, roaming and long distance fees. h2oWireless offers a wide variety of quality handsets from Samsung, Nokia, Motorola, Pantech and Alcatel, ranging from entry-level to highend. h2o offers no-contract wireless services for every need and budget on the nation’s largest and most reliable GSM networks. Get unlimited domestic and international talk and text, data, pay-per-use plans, and more with phones from every major brand. Or, use h2o Wireless with your existing iPhone, Android, or other smartphone with h2o SIM Starter Kit – all with no activation, overages, or hidden fees. You can find h2o Wireless at over 100,000 retailers nationwide including Best Buy or visit http://www. h2owirelessnow.com. (h2o® Wireless is a Locus Telecommunications, LLC brand, subsidiary of KDDI America.)

It is clear why h2o is a leading brand in the prepaid wireless segment.

Quality service, excellent customer service, highly competitive rates plans, a SIM Starter Kit for use with unlocked devices, and their phones & services are readily available online, or in more than 100,000 retailers nationwide. It’s no wonder why other Prepaid companies are playing “Follow the Leader” with h2o Wireless!

For more information about our products and services: Please call us at 1-800-643-4926 or visit : https://www.h2owirelessnow.com/ Special Section

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CG MOBILE AMERICA: CG MOBILE EXPANDS US DISTRIBUTION PHONE CASES AND ACCESSORIES POISED FOR GROWTH

CG MOBILE EXPANDS US DISTRIBUTION PHONE CASES AND ACCESSORIES POISED FOR GROWTH

By Arlene Hauben

WDM Breaking Company News

“A global market leader in case design and manufacturing since its birth in 2006.”

— CG Mobile

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or 5 billion people, mobile phones have become essential to their daily lives. As cellular devices have become universal, CG Mobile has become a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of cellphone cases, computer bags, and all electronic accessories under luxury and fashion brands.

CG Mobile, a licensing company, specializes in the design, development, and distribution of tech accessories such as mobile cases, power banks, charging cables, earphones, laptop bags, and more.

CG holds official worldwide licenses for luxury brands such as Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Corvette, Guess, Karl Lagerfeld, and Cerruti 1881.

Aaron Azoulay, president of CG Mobile, recently spoke to us about how he is establishing a broader presence in the US markets.

Founded in 2006 by Azoulay and partners with headquarters located in Paris, France, they opened an office in Hong Kong in

2013 to increase their production capacity to respond to the strong demands worldwide and expand their presence in Asia.

In 2017, they decided to open “CG Mobile America” located in Miami, Florida, a subsidiary focused on distribution for the US market.

“Smartphones and tablets are a part of our daily lives. People want to make sure their mobile devices are protected and looking trendy with a branded case. Mobile device cases have become a fashion accessory that people love to show off,” said Azoulay.

Today CG is distributing their branded products in more than 80 countries, including Japan and Dubaï , two of the most dynamic places in the world to succeed in mobile business and are shipping more than 5 millionpieces every year.

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NEW WEBSITE IS LAUNCHED

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G recently launched a new website built on robust features and functions to supply end user consumers and distributors with innovative products.

mobile phonecover with the same leather as the seats of the cars, or having a real fiber carbon case which is matching the dashboard.

“We created a Magento website, which is offering a distributor access to our resellers and giving them a live view 24/7 of our stock,” said Azoulay. “The website is linked through an EDI (electronic data interchange), a standard for exchanging information between computer systems, to our logistics center located in Cincinnati, a strategic position. All orders placed through the portal before 1PM are shipped the same day.”

“All GUESS fans now have the chance to get a cover that is matching their handbags with the same fabric,” he said.

The newly created website now provides full eCommerce functionality allowing final consumers and wholesale members to browse and make purchases from any desktop or mobile device. The various features, functions, layouts and enhancements have all been tested prior to launch to ensure the best possible experience for customers and wholesale users.

“We updated our website to better connect with our clients and to offer them the latest information and larger variety of styles as well as build trust and confidence that they are buying fully authentic products – from luxury brand phone accessories and cases to laptop bags and tablet accessories,” said Azoulay. “Our large portfolio of brands are giving us the chance to touch all kinds of people.“ Azoulay said that for all the people who dreamed of driving a Ferrari one day, CG is offering part of this dream by having a

Azoulay also noted, “Our MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices) are really competitive. In fact, we are offering similar retail prices as compared to non-branded products.

For example, all the GUESS cases are retailed from $29.99 to $34.99 maximum and between $34.99 to $49.99 maximum for the genuine book types of Ferrari, BMW, and Mercedes cases.

Karl Lagerfeld runs from $29.99 to $39.99.

“Our brands suit the current market trend and retail demand for fashionable mobile phones. We now supply our products worldwide and to selectmajor retailers and flagship stores.

We look forward to working direct with consumers and with resellers of mobile and computer accessories through our web portals and at major technology venues where manufacturers connect with retailers and dealers,” said Aaron Azoulay.

CG Mobile will be an exhibitor at the famous CES show in Las Vegas from January 9-12 2018. They will have their booth located in the South Hall - BOOTH 30917.

In addition to CES, they also are exhibitors twice a year (AprilOctober) at the Hong Kong Electronics Show and the IFA located in Berlin-Germany in September where CG has exhibited for the past eight years.

For more information to become an official CG reseller or for private label services, contact the Company at:

customer@cg-mobile.com.

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INDEX BY GSMEXCHANGE: WDM EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT

WDM EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT

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re you looking to grow your business in 2018? Taking part in a gsmExchange event can put you in front of thousands of potential new partners globally.

GsmExchange has hosted the mobility distribution pavilion at many global events over the last 8 years, working with many of the markets major players. gsmExchange has launched its schedule of events for 2018 and there are some great opportunities for you to consider:

What type of companies should attend: • Cell Phone and Accessory Distributors and Retailers.

• Manufacturers/Brands Looking to connect to new National & International distributors.

• Help Distributors and Retailers Expand and diversify your product catalogue.

• Find Repair, Spare parts and refurbishing services.

INDEX - New York, 27 - 29 March 2018 CeBIT - Germany, 12 - 15 June 2018 MWCA - Los Angeles, 12 - 14 Sept 2018 GITEX - Dubai, 14 - 18 October, 2018

• Contact Service Providers – Software, logistics, Insurance, data wiping etc

inDex NYC Launches 2018

Check out www.index-nyc.com to register and find out more information on this event.

• The Secondary Market – Reverse logistics, Used Device Distribution, buybacks and more

INDEX is the first expo of the year and is a New York based mobility distribution and retail event designed to offer a networking and business development solution to companies expanding in the global and North American markets. A truly international event, visitors from across Europe, Middle East and Asia, North and Latin American markets will attend. The entire mobility distribution eco-system ranging from manufacturer through to distribution and retail will use this event to develop new business relationships and reinforce existing partnerships.

INDEX WILL ALSO PRESENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS INCLUDING SOFTWARE, LOGISTICS, MARKETING AND PARALLEL SERVICES WHO FOCUS THEIR BUSINESS ON SUPPORTING THE MOBILITY DISTRIBUTION SECTOR. If your company is interested in exhibiting at this, or any of the 2018 gsmExchange events, please contact:

adrian@gsmExchange.com or call +353871888717.

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