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Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 121

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Vodafone scores Netflix contract
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Vodafone has today announced it is teaming up with Netflix as the exclusive communications launch partner in New Zealand.
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Vodafone scores Fullers free wifi on the water contract
Mon, 2nd Mar 2015
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Vodafone sets sail with Fullers, bringing free 3G/4G Wi-Fi to Auckland's ferry passengers, enhancing travel with on-water connectivity.
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Entry level mobile plan misses out on Spark’s new upgrades
Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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Spark has announced that it is packing more value into its pay-monthly mobile plans, excluding its entry level plan.
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Huawei announce 4.5G as the world waits for 5G
Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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wireless networks
The 4.5G standard - otherwise known as LTE-M will provide extra bandwidth for demanding applications such as virtual reality and ultra HD video.
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NZ has about 80 ISPs… for now
Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Considering that DTS only provides services to businesses, 22nd out of 80 odd providers in New Zealand is not a bad result.
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Fastest broadband services officially live in Dunedin
Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Gigabit broadband services are now live in Dunedin today, meaning the city can now access the fastest broadband speeds in the southern hemisphere.
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Spark Chief Turnaround Officer out, new focus in
Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Spark New Zealand has announced that Matt Crockett, its Chief Turnaround Officer, will be leaving the company in the middle of this year.
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Vodafone makes NZ's first successful Voice over 4G (LTE) tests
Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Vodafone's VoLTE success hints at a revolution in NZ's mobile calling with instant connection and HD voice over its growing 4G network.
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Spark dumps Telecom Cook Islands on Teleraro
Tue, 24th Feb 2015
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Spark NZ sheds 60% stake in Telecom Cook Islands to Teleraro for NZ$23m, aligning with its customer-centric local focus strategy.
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Spark New Zealand calls Chorus out
Tue, 24th Feb 2015
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Spark New Zealand urges regulator to lower unjust '80% higher' Chorus fees, citing expert analysis for fairer charges.
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Channel should focus on threat vectors, not threats
Mon, 23rd Feb 2015
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It’s not about the threats, it’s about the threat vectors, Mike Romans, Barracuda Networks ANZ country manager says. He highlights some key trends.
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MARKET CLOSE: NZ shares rise, Xero climbs on tech favour; Auckland Airport falls
Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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New Zealand shares rose paced by Xero and Diligent Board Member Services, as investors favoured technology-based stocks.
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InternetNZ to give away $80,000 in research grants
Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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InternetNZ will be giving away $80,000 to help fund individuals and organisations conducting research projects focused on internet topics and issues.
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Long wait ahead for Spark’s Gigatown plans
Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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Spark will offer Dunedin locals its fastest Ultra Fibre plans at heavily discounted prices ahead of its Gigatown plans later this year.
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2degrees attempts to reel in customers with new mobile plans
Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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2degrees has launched its 2015 mobile plans and says they are simplified, provide customers with the latest technology and up to triple the value.
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Vocus to spend US$58.5m to beef up Southern Cross Cable
Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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It will increase the firm's existing capacity by almost 10 times to ensure it will continue to meet the rapid growth in internet data demand.
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UFB speeds – expectation versus reality
Thu, 19th Feb 2015
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UFB promises vs. performance: Research reveals actual speeds closely match top offered rates, defying naysayers and upholding service integrity.
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Spark 1H profit falls 13% after streamlining operations; outlook still uncertain
Thu, 19th Feb 2015
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Spark New Zealand's first-half profit fell 13 percent after the company formerly called Telecom slimmed down its business, selling assets such as AAPT.
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Slingshot best performing broadband provider
Thu, 19th Feb 2015
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Slingshot has been named as the best performing broadband provider in New Zealand for the second year running.
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Kiwis suffering withdrawal anxiety when not online
Thu, 19th Feb 2015
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New survey reveals 41% of Kiwis grapple with anxiety if disconnected from the web, with online socialising eclipsing real-life interactions.