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Telco / Telecommunications stories - Page 62

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Google's open letter inspires Kiwi businesses to jump online
Fri, 11th Apr 2014
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Google's letter spurs NZ businesses to embrace the web, potentially adding $34bn to the economy by enhancing productivity and global reach.
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Vodafone NZ provides support for Solomon Islands
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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Vodafone has announced it will credit its New Zealand customers’ calls and TXTs to the Solomon Islands following last week’s devastating floods and earthquake.
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Telecom NZ selects Big Pipe broadband roll out partner
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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Telecom NZ teams up with Zuora to roll out Big Pipe broadband, promising uncapped, no-frills Internet with automated billing for Kiwis.
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Telcos unveil 'check before you buy' second hand mobile site
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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NZ launches a tool to check if second-hand mobiles are blocked, aiming to curb stolen phone sales.
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Govt embarks on $2.48m Chatham Islands broadband plan...
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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Government signs $2.48m contract with TeamTalk to improve broadband services on Chatham Islands, NZ. Schools will be first to benefit.
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Woosh Wireless declares price war on Kiwi rivals...
Tue, 8th Apr 2014
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Woosh Wireless introduces uncapped fixed line data 24% cheaper than competitors, aiming to provide cost savings to customers.
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ICONZ-Webvisions return to their internet roots
Tue, 8th Apr 2014
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In a world suffering from serious time poverty, New Zealand’s hunger for Ultra Fast Broadband has reached breaking point.
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Introducing the world's largest telecoms industry research firm...
Mon, 7th Apr 2014
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Informa Telecoms and Media Research and Ovum have announced plans to merge and become the world's largest telecoms industry research firm.
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Flip backs Internet Party vision to half NZ broadband costs
Thu, 3rd Apr 2014
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Flip, a Kiwi internet provider, supports Kim Dotcom's Internet Party, aiming to reduce broadband costs by 50%.
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JB Hi-Fi to partner with Telecom and Skinny Mobile exclusively
Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
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Telecom has today announced an exclusive partnership with JB Hi-Fi, offering customers Telecom and Skinny Mobile in store.
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Telecom stays NZ-focused with upcoming $23m Cook Islands sale
Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
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Telecom offloads its 60% stake in Telecom Cook Islands to Digicel for $23m, refocusing its efforts on the NZ market, as per CEO Simon Moutter's strategy.
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Retailers lagging other sectors in getting to grips with the Internet
Tue, 1st Apr 2014
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NZ retailers trail in internet adoption, risking productivity, reports Internet NZ and Google study. Economy could gain £34bn with full potential utilised.
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NZ first as Gen-i and Interactive Intelligence partner to transform contact centres
Tue, 1st Apr 2014
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Gen-i and Interactive Intelligence's new partnership ushers in NZ's first fully managed cloud contact centre, revolutionising customer service.
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Newly unveiled HTC ONE (M8) coming soon to Telecom customers...
Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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Telecom NZ to launch HTC One M8 in mid-April, offering free Spotify Premium to selected plan customers.
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Orcon cuts off Dotcom internet campaign...
Wed, 26th Mar 2014
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Orcon has revealed its campaign featuring Kim Dotcom is coming to an end, as the internet mogul focuses on his political aspirations.
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Digital divide widens between online-savvy & online-cautious SMEs
Wed, 26th Mar 2014
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As online technologies continue to boost revenue for small businesses, the divide between online-savvy and online-cautious is growing.
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2degrees reveals 4G NZ launch date...
Mon, 24th Mar 2014
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2degrees to ignite its 4G services in Auckland from July, pioneering a nationwide rollout to revolutionize NZ's digital landscape.
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New Zealanders’ online privacy behaviours under the microscope
Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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Victoria University study reveals key factors like age and income influence Kiwis' online privacy habits, highlighting the need for better education.
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One summary says it all - broadband plan comparison is now even easier
Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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A standard format has been developed to help consumers compare different fixed line, residential broadband offers from New Zealand’s leading operators.
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Telecom set to rebrand ShowmeTV following name dispute
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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Telecom intends to launch its internet-delivered TV and movie service later this year, under an alternative brand name to ShowmeTV.
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Adams backs better broadband info for consumers...
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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A new code of practice for broadband product information has been welcomed by NZ Communications and IT Minister Amy Adams.
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ShowmeTV rebrand... Has Telecom lost its spark already?
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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Telecom's decision to rebrand ShowmeTV could have negative consequences, warns Fleur Revell of Impact PR in Auckland.
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BlinkMobile Interactive signs first NZ Council deal
Wed, 19th Mar 2014
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BlinkMobile Interactive secures a deal with Auckland Council, marking its first NZ partnership and promising enhanced mobility across devices.
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Dot Kiwi domain names go live after two years of planning
Tue, 18th Mar 2014
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After two years of planning, Dot Kiwi domain names are rolling out, offering all Kiwis worldwide a new way to showcase their identity online.