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2degrees stories - Page 3

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Broadband and mobile: Rural New Zealand gets more of the good stuff
Thu, 22nd Aug 2019
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Spark, Vodafone, and 2degrees launch new rural broadband in NZ.
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Emojis in the workplace struggle to span generations
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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New research reveals the generation gap when it comes to the use of emojis at work, with mixed perceptions about their appropriateness.
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Canstar Blue’s SMB Internet Provider award winners are...
Thu, 27th Jun 2019
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Nearly two-thirds of Kiwi small businesses say New Zealand is no good for them, according to a survey commissioned by Canstar Blue.
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Vocus slams ComCom mobile review as “disgraceful”
Mon, 20th May 2019
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Vocus criticises Commerce Commission for considering mobile market healthy and claims NZ MVNOs aren't working.
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Study finds NZ mobile services in good stead due to competition
Thu, 16th May 2019
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The study found indicators such as pricing, coverage and choice of mobile services were trending in a positive direction for consumers.
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Spark, Vodafone, and 2degrees team up for Christchurch
Thu, 16th May 2019
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Chief executives from New Zealand’s largest internet providers have jumped on board with the Christchurch Call to Action.
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Forgotten your phone? Nearly half of Kiwis would feel ‘naked’
Wed, 8th May 2019
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A majority of Kiwis are finding mobile phones increasingly indispensable to everyday life, a new survey finds with some very interesting results.
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NZ ISPs issue open letter to social media giants to discuss censorship
Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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NZ telcos urge Facebook, Twitter, Google for talks on curbing violent content after Christchurch attack.
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Updated: NZ ISPs block internet footage of Christchurch shootings
Mon, 18th Mar 2019
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NZ ISPs block sites with attack footage, urge tighter content control.
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2degrees jumps on the bundle bandwagon with Amazon Prime
Mon, 11th Mar 2019
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digital entertainment
Following the trend set by Vodafone and Spark, 2degrees is trying to lure customers into a contract with the promise of access to streaming content.
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2degrees lays down the gauntlet with price promise
Thu, 7th Mar 2019
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2degrees promises no broadband price rise in 2019, defying market trend.
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No Pixel 3 for Kiwis - Why the snub, Google?
Fri, 12th Oct 2018
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Google’s offerings in the NZ market are limited at best and there is no sign of when its latest phone will be hitting our shores.
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ComCom says national roaming stays, including 5G
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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Despite Vodafone and Spark’s protests, the Commerce Commission decided there will be no changes to national roaming in order to promote competition.
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2degrees leaps to the cloud with Commvault HyperScale Software
Tue, 3rd Jul 2018
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2degrees was already using Commvault’s data protection solutions but recognised the need for a more holistic approach.
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Govt escalates rural broadband completion a year ahead of schedule
Thu, 31st May 2018
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New Zealand's rural broadband programmes have been accelerated by a year, with completion now expected by the end of 2021.
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NZ telcos toughen their stance against scam calls and emails
Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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NZ fights scam calls with new industry code.
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Wi-Fi calling is coming to an iPhone near you
Wed, 4th Apr 2018
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This brings the total number of customers on 2degrees who can take advantage of Wi-Fi calling to over 350,000.
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The less tangible cost of Vocus New Zealand
Wed, 28th Mar 2018
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New Zealand buyer of Vocus Group will face significant challenges integrating disconnected assets worth $400m.
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TaaS panel supplier round-up - the big four and more
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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Since its launch in 2015, the TaaS panel has undergone a fair few changes, especially in recent days. We have a look at who is doing what, right now.
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2G breathes its last breath as 2degrees shuts down network
Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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Time's up for 2G: 2degrees to phase out service by Mar 15, urges upgrades.
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Who is going to buy Vocus NZ?
Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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The Vocus Group is reportedly looking for $500 million for its NZ assets as it tries to decrease debt and steady the ship.
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ComCom makes final decision on what major telcos will contribute to $50m levy
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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NZ telcos to fund $50M levy, 90% paid by big four.
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Deloitte celebrates winners of 2017 Top 200 business awards
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Deloitte honours winners at its 2017 Top 200 Awards in Auckland, celebrating business excellence in New Zealand.
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Who’s the greatest NZ Internet provider of them all? Winners announced
Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
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​The inaugural Broadband Compare Awards ceremony took place last night to determine New Zealand’s best broadband provider. So who won?.