Controlling the supply of rare earths means that China can also control their processing and use in finished goods, which would fit a broader effort to drive its manufacturers from low- to high-value goods.
Wireless customers are looking for top-quality devices, service plans that fit their needs and entertainment, all at a great value, and we're pleased to help bring these products to RadioShack customers.
Validating a hypothesis around whether or not a customer will find any value in your product, and iterating until you find the right product-market fit, is an approach that should extend well beyond the product development stage.