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Gen-i unveils video communication solution ReadyCloud
Unified Communications

Gen-i unveils video communication solution ReadyCloud

Telecom New Zealand's ICT services division Gen-i has added a video communication service, ReadyCloud Video, to its portfolio of cloud services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2014
Telecom's three years of digital rebuilding in Christchurch…
Unified Communications

Telecom's three years of digital rebuilding in Christchurch…

After a 3-year digital rebuild, Christchurch emerges as a tech-savvy city, reflecting progress and the resilience of its residents.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2014
A year in the fast lane: NZ 4G adoption accelerates
Unified Communications

A year in the fast lane: NZ 4G adoption accelerates

Over 300,000 Kiwis have embraced Vodafone NZ's 4G in its first year, doubling their data consumption with a voracious appetite for streaming.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2014
Westcon Unified Comms invite: 10 vendors... 1 message
Virtualisation

Westcon Unified Comms invite: 10 vendors... 1 message

Westcon's Unified Comms event in Auckland: 10 leading vendors unite to showcase latest technology solutions, with prizes and giveaways.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2014
Telecom and Spotify join forces in exclusive free music launch
Unified Communications

Telecom and Spotify join forces in exclusive free music launch

Telecom pairs with Spotify to offer free Premium subscription to certain mobile plan users, marking a bold move into digital entertainment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2014
Vodafone Foundation unveils “mini” mobile network in a backpack
Unified Communications

Vodafone Foundation unveils “mini” mobile network in a backpack

Vodafone Foundation has launched an 11kg mobile network in a backpack that can be deployed in ten minutes to connect people in disaster situations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2014
Digital hubs to extend connections beyond the school gate
Unified Communications

Digital hubs to extend connections beyond the school gate

Schools with ultra-fast broadband can now share their connections, enhancing access for their entire communities, says Minister Kaye.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2014
Vodafone unveils free business broadband data boost
Unified Communications

Vodafone unveils free business broadband data boost

Vodafone boosts broadband data allowances for New Zealand businesses, offering up to 20 times more data for free.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2014
Is Telecom's rebranding risky business...?
Unified Communications

Is Telecom's rebranding risky business...?

Telecom's name change to Spark dubbed a risky move by PR experts, sparking debate over the loss of brand equity and customer service.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2014
Cheers as 2Degrees founder investor Tex Edwards speakers out
Unified Communications

Cheers as 2Degrees founder investor Tex Edwards speakers out

At last week's NetGuide Web Awards, founder Tex Edwards hit the stage with a message for New Zealand and it's regulators.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2014
Quickflix unfazed by new Telecom TV competition...
Unified Communications

Quickflix unfazed by new Telecom TV competition...

Quickflix responds to Telecom's plan to launch video streaming service in New Zealand, says competition is a good thing.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2014
IDC: Partner differentiation paramount in 2014
Software-as-a-Service

IDC: Partner differentiation paramount in 2014

Differentiation is key to survival in the cloud market, as commoditisation leads to price competition and reduced margins, says IDC.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2014
Minister backs new Telecom TV approach
Unified Communications

Minister backs new Telecom TV approach

Amy Adams welcomes plans by Telecom, soon to be rebranded as Spark, to launch an internet-delivered TV service.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2014
Telecom changes its name to Spark
Unified Communications

Telecom changes its name to Spark

Telecom rebrands as Spark, reflecting a shift towards digital services and aiming to embody the energy and creativity of New Zealanders.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2014
Telecom launches new internet TV business following financials
Unified Communications

Telecom launches new internet TV business following financials

Telecom steadies with NZ$167m profit, pivots to digital with new internet TV venture, ShowmeTV, amid industry shifts.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2014
Vodafone Oz unveils largest 4G international roaming network
Unified Communications

Vodafone Oz unveils largest 4G international roaming network

Vodafone Australia to launch the biggest 4G global roaming network, offering fast access in NZ, the UK, Europe at no extra cost.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2014
Unified Comms secret start-up revealed...
Unified Communications

Unified Comms secret start-up revealed...

After months of mystery, UCFX is unveiled as the go-to Microsoft Lync specialist in communications, with plans for global expansion.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2014
Road trip delivers tech to rural schools
Unified Communications

Road trip delivers tech to rural schools

Rural schools in the North Island are being given a helping hand to keep up with technology and match the education standards of their city-bred counterparts.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2014
Vodafone NZ and Ciena complete successful 400G network trial
Unified Communications

Vodafone NZ and Ciena complete successful 400G network trial

Vodafone NZ and Ciena trial a 400G network, promising high-speed lanes for customers, marking a leap for cloud and content demands.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2014