Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 113
Mobile threat landscape a minefield
Wed, 5th Aug 2015
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Mobile app vulnerabilities and threat vectors are on the rise, posing risks to enterprise security, according to a new report.
Cloud, mobile, IoT and microservices driving business success
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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While cloud and mobile remain top business priorities, microservices and the Internet of Things (IoT) are increasingly important to businesses.
End of an era? NZ paging network to be shut off
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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As New Zealand embraces digital evolution, Spark plans to switch off its legacy paging network by March 2017, marking an end to an era.
Spark brings wireless broadband to rural Kiwis
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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Spark has officially launched its Rural Wireless Broadband service, which aims to provide regional New Zealanders with greater rural connectivity.
Government releases broadband map
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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New Zealanders can now find the best broadband options in their area with the launch of a new online map tool by the Government.
2degrees launches broadband assault
Tue, 28th Jul 2015
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2degrees has unveiled its first broadband plans, debuting two consumer plans, with business offerings to follow soon.
Rumours fly about Microsoft’s new Windows flagship phones
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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Microsoft’s upcoming flagship phones, the 950 and 950 XL, are reportedly coming later this year featuring wireless charging and and iris scanner.
Kiwis can now find NZ's best broadband with new, national map
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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A national broadband map has been launched to help New Zealanders source the best broadband options available for their home or business.
Govt wants to limit UFB involvement, wary of stuffing up sector, English says
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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The government doesn't want to spend any more money or stay any longer in the build of New Zealand's ultra-fast broadband network.
Spark partners with Pacific MVNO Bluesky
Wed, 22nd Jul 2015
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Spark NZ allies with Bluesky, launching a unique Pacific-focused MVNO venture across New Zealand with innovative service options.
Shoppers turn to smartphones for better retail experience
Tue, 21st Jul 2015
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The way consumers shop is changing, with more reaching for their smartphone before or during their retail experience.
Gisborne puts its hand up for Round 2 of Government broadband funding
Mon, 20th Jul 2015
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Gisborne District Council calls for broadband and mobile blackspot funding to extend coverage in key tourism sites.
Huawei P8 smartphone, in Spark NZ stores now
Fri, 17th Jul 2015
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The new Huawei P8 is now available at Spark New Zealand stores, with the first 1,000 customers getting a $200 discount.
Spark launches waterproof phone dock
Thu, 16th Jul 2015
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Spark New Zealand is trialling a shower dock that allows people to take their smartphones with them in the shower.
VMob maximises Microsoft Azure services with new alliance
Thu, 16th Jul 2015
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VMob partners with Microsoft Azure Mobile Engagement to provide full functionality of its personalisation platform to Azure customers.
New marketing GM for Spark Home, Mobile and Business
Wed, 15th Jul 2015
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Ex-Nike senior exec Clive Ormerod joins Spark as the marketing GM, poised to elevate brand and customer experience.
Enterprise managed services growing telco revenues
Wed, 15th Jul 2015
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Telecoms providers will generate over $297bn in revenue from global services to enterprise customers by 2020, says Ovum.
InternetNZ's new grants round open for applications
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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InternetNZ is offering community grants to fund projects that support better access and use of the internet in New Zealand.
Kiwi telco sector sheds $350 million in retail revenue in two years
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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New Zealand telcos have seen a $350 million decline in retail telecommunications revenue in the last two years with investment up $420 million.
'Ambitious vision' required to drive NZ connectivity forward
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Tuanz is calling on the government to have 'an ambitious vision' for rural connectivity and accept that connectivity is a right, not a want.