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Vodafone signs with Pacific Fibre
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Vodafone signs with Pacific Fibre

Vodafone boosts NZ connectivity with a 10-year Pacific Fibre deal, aiming to break the monopoly and bring competitive internet rates.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 22nd Aug 2011
Vodafone fined $400,000
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Vodafone fined $400,000

Vodafone hit with a £402,375 fine for breaching Fair Trading Act after misleading mobile internet advertising led to unexpected charges for users.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2011
2degrees launches K Road store - Updated
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2degrees launches K Road store - Updated

2degrees unveils its 20th store on Auckland's vibrant K Road, enticing early birds with bargain handsets and double top-ups.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 5th Aug 2011
We have a plan
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We have a plan

Gov't allocates $1.5bn to tackle underinvestment in NZ's telco infra, aiming to boost broadband speed and affordability amidst regulatory challenges.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011
200,000 number 'ports' for 2degrees
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200,000 number 'ports' for 2degrees

200,000 New Zealanders have 'ported' their number to 2degrees since its launch two years ago, the company says.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Jul 2011
Vodafone customer base dips
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Vodafone customer base dips

Vodafone NZ sees a sharp decline of 26,000 customers as market fresh-face 2degrees makes its mark, suggesting stiff competition ahead.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2011
TUANZ Innovation Awards presented
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TUANZ Innovation Awards presented

Ag-Hub clinches top TUANZ Innovation Award for its pioneering cloud software for farmers, highlighting NZ's lead in farming tech.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2011
Fibre Watch: Chinese Whispers
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Fibre Watch: Chinese Whispers

UK website speculates fast-growing Chinese vendor Huawei could be in line for a sweet equipment supply role within the UFB project.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Jul 2011
Telcos to re-join dispute scheme
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Telcos to re-join dispute scheme

Smaller telcos set to rejoin the dispute resolution scheme in light of new pricing and practice changes effective next month.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2011
Huawei lays down gauntlet
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Huawei lays down gauntlet

Huawei aims to dominate the New Zealand market, showcasing cutting-edge Android devices and planning to be a top five global handset vendor by 2013.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2011
2degrees business market attack begins - 6 facts
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2degrees business market attack begins - 6 facts

2degrees targets NZ's small businesses with competitive mobile plans, promising major savings and flexible contracts. #NZBusiness #MobilePlans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Jul 2011
2degrees tops for customer satisfaction
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2degrees tops for customer satisfaction

2degrees earns top marks in Kiwi customer satisfaction survey, securing five-star rating across all categories from Canstar Blue.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2011
LTE: Up in the air
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LTE: Up in the air

Mobile operators globally tout LTE, the 4G tech promising lightning-fast downloads. Verizon and Telstra lead, aiming to transform wireless connectivity.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011
2Degrees records loss
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2Degrees records loss

2Degrees struggles with a £76.8m loss in its fight against Telecom and Vodafone giants, despite a revenue of £107.6m.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 27th Jun 2011
Find us NZ's biggest mobile bill says 2degrees
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Find us NZ's biggest mobile bill says 2degrees

2degrees is challenging small businesses to submit their biggest mobile bills, with the largest ones competing for prizes like plan credits and LG handsets.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 24th Jun 2011
TUANZ Innovation Awards finalists announced
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TUANZ Innovation Awards finalists announced

TUANZ Innovation Awards finalists revealed, set for presentation at the Langham Hotel, Auckland, 21 July. Categories span from mobile apps to education.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 16th Jun 2011
Telecom cuts trans-Tasman roaming text rates
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Telecom cuts trans-Tasman roaming text rates

Telecom slashes trans-Tasman roaming text rates to $10 for 100 texts, aligning closer with rivals after govt scrutiny on high costs.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2011
Apple to sell unlocked iPhones, suggest rumours
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Apple to sell unlocked iPhones, suggest rumours

Rumours suggest Apple may start selling unlocked iPhones in the US, echoing New Zealand's trend. Freedom from carriers could be imminent.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jun 2011
Four out of five say roaming costs prohibitive
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Four out of five say roaming costs prohibitive

Survey reveals 80% NZ firms find Aussie data roaming costs too steep, prompting NZ-Aus regulatory investigation.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 9th Jun 2011