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Chitter Chatter future in doubt after failed investment
Chromevalue Limited enters administration, with director admitting he is “shocked, saddened and embarrassed” by the situation
Retailers - Paul Withers
July 11, 2016
O2 to extend apprenticeship scheme with 33 new roles
23 of the new apprentices will be based in Slough head office, with the remaining 10 trained as Guru’s in stores across the country
Retailers - James Pearce
July 4, 2016
Sony and Carphone Warehouse team up for Ticketmaster giveaway
Customers who buy an Xperia device from Carphone Warehouse can claim up to £50 off from any ticketmaster event
Retailers - James Pearce
July 1, 2016
Seb James: Brexit is bad but could create opportunities for Dixons Carphone
Dixons Carphone CEO supported Remain campaign but said EU Referendum result could help retailer consolidate its position as market leader
Retailers - James Pearce
June 29, 2016
Mobile boost sees Dixons Carphone UK revenue grows 1pc to £6.3bn
Profits before tax grew 20pc to £365 million as Group revenue grows 3pc to £9.7bn for financial year up to April 30
Retailers - James Pearce
June 29, 2016
Reaction: Can Huawei really overtake Apple and Samsung?
Industry analysts respond to Hauwei’s ambitions to rule the smartphone world
Retailers - Michael Garwood
June 29, 2016
Huawei targets global smartphone dominance within five years
Chinese manufacturer targets number one spot by 2021 and will overtake Sony in the UK by next year
Retailers - James Pearce
June 29, 2016
Wileyfox Sparks new life into smartphone market with “killer priced” range
New trio of Spark devices go on sale from next month. British manufacturer is targeting two million sales by next year, up from 250,000 in its first
Retailers - Michael Garwood
June 28, 2016
Xperia XA now available from operators and retailers
The handset was launched in February at Mobile World Congress in February
Retailers - Alex Yau
June 27, 2016
‘Rose Gold’ Sony Xperia XA now exclusively available at Carphone
Sony’s latest flagship was first unveiled at Mobile World Congress in February
Retailers - Alex Yau
June 24, 2016
Tesco Mobile launches “biggest ever” ad campaign to promote EU roaming
‘Smile, you’re on Tesco Mobile’ campaign will air on TV from today (June 23) and market MVNO’s roaming bundle that launched last month
Retailers - James Pearce
June 23, 2016
Fonehouse to launch IQ Business B2B MVNO
IQ Business will go live next month and enable users to roam across multiple mobile networks
Retailers - Paul Withers
June 22, 2016
Alcatel and Barclaycard team up for contactless payments on POP 4
Free sticker attaches to first 20,000 of the smartphone at Carphone Warehouse and links to a digital wallet in the phone
Retailers - Paul Withers
June 20, 2016
Dixons Carphone to open new flagship store on Oxford Street
Three-in-one outlet will offer products from Carphone Warehouse, Currys and PC World
Retailers - Paul Withers
June 17, 2016
Fonehouse launches 4G MVNO IQ Mobile
SIM-only service available on 30 day rolling and year-long deals, with prices ranging from £5 and £40 per month
Retailers - Paul Withers
June 13, 2016
Former Phones 4u execs Whittle, Morris and Lloyd launch Unshackled
New business vows to put an end to “rip off” hidden charges and outdated 24-month contracts
Retailers - James Pearce
June 3, 2016
Mobile growth helps Dixons Carphone sales rise 5pc
Increase helped by full year revenues in the UK and Ireland surging six per cent
Retailers - Paul Withers
May 25, 2016
Former Phones 4u CCO launches new online mobile retailer
Unshackled.com, which is led by John Whittle, offers SIMs from 15 networks, with devices sold separately on credit deal
Retailers - James Pearce
May 23, 2016
Huawei MediaPad M2 10″ goes on sale in the UK
Standard edition available for £249.99 from Currys PC World, with premium edition priced at £329.99
Retailers - Paul Withers
May 18, 2016
Carphone staff fear £18k cut to bonuses after target hike
Retailer gets tough on staff’s customer service performance; Changes labelled “unfair”
Retailers - James Pearce
May 16, 2016
Carphone Warehouse exclusively stocking gold HTC 10
HTC launched its latest flagship device last month on April 12
Retailers - Alex Yau
May 13, 2016
Carphone opens pre-orders for exclusive gold Sony Xperia X
First 1,500 customers pre-ordering new flagship smartphone in any colour will receive a free Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact (Wi-Fi) worth £249
Retailers - Paul Withers
May 12, 2016
Huawei P9 goes on sale in UK
P9 is first flagship from Chinese manufacturer to be ranged by all four operators and Carphone Warehouse
Retailers - James Pearce
May 6, 2016
Andrew Peat exits Dixons Carphone following restructure
Peat leaves his role as category director after just two years
Retailers - Michael Garwood
May 3, 2016
iD says “do your own thing” with first brand campaign
Digital campaign will include four films and run across Facebook from April 25
Retailers - James Pearce
April 25, 2016
UK retailers best in Europe for mobile shopping, claims Accenture
The consultancy company looked into the mobile shopping habits of consumers and retailers
Retailers - Alex Yau
April 13, 2016
P9 is first Huawei flagship available from all UK networks
The new flagship was unveiled in London today and goes on sale in the UK from May
Retailers - Alex Yau
April 6, 2016
Mobile News TV: Awards special
This year’s Mobile News Awards took place at the Hilton on Park Lane on March 10. The industry’s biggest Awards ceremony, hosted by top comedian Lee Nelson, saw more than 800 industry guests enjoy the black tie gala, which was sponsored by Exertis, O2 and IPVDX. We spoke to Mobile News editor Michael Garwood to
Retailers - James Pearce
April 1, 2016
Contracts cost 130 per cent more than necessary, says Citizens Advice
The advice group conducted over 350 shops for its research in August
Retailers - Alex Yau
April 1, 2016
iPhone SE UK pricing confirmed
Apple unveiled the new mid-tier device at an event in California on March 21
Retailers - Alex Yau
March 24, 2016
Samsung boasts “record demand” as Galaxy S7 goes on sale
Flagship range, which also includes the S7 edge, was launched at Mobile World Congress last month
Retailers - James Pearce
March 11, 2016
Samsung, Plan and Lebara win big at Mobile News Awards 2016
Korean manufacturer nabbed three gongs at industry’s biggest awards, while Lebara and Plan.com also walked away from the Hilton in Park Lane with two Awards
Retailers - James Pearce
March 11, 2016
Carphone to spend “millions” revamping its retail business
Retailer’s stores and website platform set for major overhaul
Retailers - Paul Withers
March 9, 2016
Samsung and Vodafone win at GSMA Global Mobile Awards 2016
The ceremony was hosted by BBC presenter Suzi Perry (pictured) and Gadget Show host Ortis Deley. 
Retailers - Alex Yau
February 25, 2016
STK enters South Africa with Mobile Sync 5b handset
The Middlesex-based manufacturer’s device will be stocked by South African retailer Ackermans
Retailers - Alex Yau
January 27, 2016
Dixons Carphone set to close 134 stores
Retailer said it expects to maintain current staff levels as it revealed profits of £450m for 2015
Retailers - James Pearce
January 26, 2016
EE and Vodafone now stocking BlackBerry Priv
Manufacturer’s first Android smartphone is available on EE and Vodafone business plans
Retailers - Alex Yau
January 19, 2016
Carphone launches Samsung Galaxy rumours site
The manufacturer’s new handset is expected to be unveiled at next month’s Mobile World Congress
Retailers - Alex Yau
January 18, 2016
Dixons Carphone to slash price of Apple Watch by £50 from tomorrow
Customers will now pay between £249 and £549 for wearable, just three months after retailer began selling it
Retailers - Paul Withers
December 16, 2015
Ex-BT CEO Livingston replaces Taylor as Dixons Carphone exec chairman
Ex Carphone CEO Taylor leaves retailer after 17 years as part of reshuffle that sees Tony DeNunzio CBE join as senior independent director
Retailers - Paul Withers
December 16, 2015
Dixons Carphone profits surge 23pc in first half of financial year
Profits hit £121 million on a five per cent revenue rise to £4.4 billion, with UK and Ireland sales rising seven per cent to £2.87 billion
Retailers - Paul Withers
December 16, 2015
Microsoft Lumia 550 now on sale at Carphone and O2
Microsoft first announced the mid-range handset in October and prices start from £79
Retailers - Alex Yau
December 9, 2015
Black Friday fires mobile industry to record sales
Retailers and distributors see huge surge in demand for devices, accessories and airtime deals
Retailers - James Pearce
December 7, 2015
Moto 360 Sport on sale from Dec 18
The smart watch can provide the wearer with data about their physical activities
Retailers - Alex Yau
December 2, 2015
Over £80,000 worth of handsets stolen in Carphone Warehouse raid
Four robbers stole 160 iPhone 6s handsets from the Carphone store
Retailers - Alex Yau
December 2, 2015
Record Black Friday sees CPW sell phone contract every 3 seconds
Pay monthly contract sales up 70 per cent, while SIM-free sales grew 182 per cent YOY in “best-ever day of trading” for retailer
Retailers - James Pearce
November 30, 2015
Phone trade-ins grew 21 per cent over Black Friday weekend
Research from SellMyMobile.com found 15pc of Brits are looking to buy a new device on Cyber Monday
Retailers - James Pearce
November 30, 2015
Exertis ready for “manic” Black Friday as orders jump by 60,000
Distributor, specialising in IT, telecom and consumer electronics fulfilment is expecting up to 60,000 additional orders tomorrow (November 27)
Retailers - Michael Garwood
November 26, 2015
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