Wireless Nation stories

"This year’s winners highlight the growing range of options available to the consumer in the NZ broadband market.”>>

When world-leading IoT networks come to mind, you might not necessarily think of the Chatham Islands as having one of them.>>

Why the UFB's urban focus shouldn't inhibit rural businesses from attaining a fibre-grade broadband connection.>>

Legacy premium services at high costs are no longer viable for small businesses.>>

​The inaugural Broadband Compare Awards ceremony took place last night to determine New Zealand’s best broadband provider. So who won?>>

"By integrating IDT's dual-mode transmitter, we offer a one-size-fits-all solution for consumers needing a top-quality magnetic induction charger.">>

“This enables wireless power for subsequent charging of smartphones and tablets at speeds comparable to or faster than conventional wired chargers.">>

The contest asks electronics experts and tinkerers alike to offer creative ways to incorporate wireless charging capabilities into products.>>

"To our knowledge, this is the only multi-standard wireless power transmitter that operates simultaneously at two different frequencies.">>

A start-up specialising in wireless iPhone charging has received funding of $10,000 in two days.>>

An estimated 50 million vehicles will offer built-in wireless charging by 2020, up from only 4 million vehicles offering the technology this year.>>

Wireless charging adoption for mobile devices is set to soar, with a fifth of wearables incorporating the technology.>>

"Ideal for people living in rural areas struggling with small data caps, or for urban dwellers whose internet connection isn’t fast enough.">>

Samsung has released its first fast wireless charging pad in its online US store, stating it's compatible with Qi-enabled devices.>>

“We understand that satellite data is precious and that rural communities’ access to internet connectivity can have a real impact on mental health.">>

Qualcomm has engineered a solution to allow wireless charging with metal exteriors, making it the first company to do so.>>

Microsoft’s upcoming flagship phones, the 950 and 950 XL, are reportedly coming later this year featuring wireless charging and and iris scanner.>>

"It's portable and perfect for life on the go. The ESL is the only battery charging device that can be fully used without wires or power outlets.">>

Wireless Nation has signed an agreement with ASB to provide the bank’s rural customers and staff with targeted plans and solutions.>>

Wireless Nation has upped the ante, providing zero-rated data on its satellite broadband network for VoIP phone lines and selected websites.>>

The deal sees Wireless Nation’s rural internet solutions promoted through PGG Wrightson’s retail stores and on-farm technical representatives.>>

In one of the strongest signals yet that wireless power has entered mainstream adoption, Samsung has built wireless charging into its new smartphones.>>

And the move to VoIP isn’t only on the satellite front. Wireless Nation says it’s also seeing high uptake of VoIP via its fibre offerings.>>

Wireless Nation’s satellite network is taking internet access where traditional broadband doesn't reach and has made it twice as fast.>>