Broadband stories - Page 8
In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.
High-speed fibre overtakes DSL internet for first time in OECD countries
Tue, 3rd Aug 2021
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High-speed fibre internet subscriptions have overtaken copper-wire DSL connections across OECD countries, according to new data.
Spark expands uncapped wireless broadband to another half-a-million New Zealanders
Thu, 29th Jul 2021
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Spark expands uncapped wireless broadband to half-a-million more New Zealanders, bringing total to 1.2 million addresses.
Enable set to launch Hyperfibre broadband in Christchurch CBD
Tue, 13th Jul 2021
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Starting from next month, Hyperfibre will be available to businesses, schools, and residences within Moorhouse, Fitzgerald, Bealey, and Deans Avenues.
Aus SD-WAN provider expands global footprint with Equinix
Fri, 9th Jul 2021
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The new arrangement with Equinix and Equinix Metal will allow Fusion Broadband to provide dedicated SD-WAN gateways in more than 50 location points globally.
Macquarie Telecom supports disability services provider Rocky Bay
Mon, 5th Jul 2021
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Macquarie Telecom partners with Rocky Bay to enhance disability services in Western Australia through technology solutions.
Vodafone launches unlimited 4G broadband
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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Vodafone launches Unlimited 4G Broadband in selected parts of urban and regional New Zealand, with plans starting from $55 per month.
Spark turns on Hamilton's first 5G network
Mon, 21st Jun 2021
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Spark launches first 5G network in parts of Hamilton, with coverage across Hamilton Central, Claudelands, Chartwell, and Fairfield. More coverage to come.
Increased demand for digital infrastructure sees Teltrac expand to southern NZ
Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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Teltrac will open in the southern region of the country with presence across three cities, Dunedin, Invercargill and Queenstown.
5G comes to the Mount as Vodafone starts rolling out next gen mobile tech in the Bay of Plenty
Thu, 25th Mar 2021
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Locals and businesses in parts of Tauranga can now connect to Vodafone 5G and the coverage footprint will soon expand.
2talk launches mobile plans, offers complete communications solution
Fri, 19th Mar 2021
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Business cloud service provider 2talk has launched mobile plans, adding to its broadband and IP Voice products.
ComCom: Broadband pricing stagnant in 2020 despite NZers flocking online
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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Despite increased demand, fixed line broadband pricing remains expensive tor all tiers compared to other countries in the OECD.
First West Coast fibre enabled RCG site goes live
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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The first West Coast fibre enabled cell site, called Fox West, has gone live providing 4G wireless broadband and mobile calling services in New Zealand.
Voyager Internet enters next phase of growth with executive team change
Wed, 10th Feb 2021
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Voyager Internet appoints new CEO and restructuring executive team to better serve customers and meet market expectations.
nbn sets world record for long-range 5G transmission
Thu, 14th Jan 2021
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Achieved a stable 5G mmWave transmission of close to 1Gbps at 7.3km, double the distance recorded three months ago, and a new record globally.
NBN and LEDC partner up to improve infrastructure in 'underserved' areas of Australia
Wed, 13th Jan 2021
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LEDC will first see measures implemented across 14 LEDC locations in New South Wales, with later roll-outs in Victoria and Queensland.
Online traffic surges as Kiwis head online over festive season - Vodafone
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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New Zealanders set records for data usage during the festive season, consuming 1,178 TB of data on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, according to Vodafone NZ.
Sky confirms Vocus as a key service partner for Sky Broadband
Fri, 25th Dec 2020
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Sky partners with Vocus New Zealand for the rollout of Sky Broadband, aiming to provide quality products and services to customers.
Kiwis have 'world-class' broadband - TCF
Thu, 17th Dec 2020
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New Zealand's telecommunications consumers are receiving good broadband services, according to a report from the Commerce Commission.
ComCom testing programme improves NZ broadband performance
Fri, 11th Dec 2020
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The Commerce Commission's Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme has helped to identify and fix network problems.
NZ’s shift to online during COVID-19 here to stay - report
Tue, 1st Dec 2020
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New Zealanders' shift to online activities during the pandemic is permanent, according to Venture Insights research.