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4 major telcos pay 90% of $50m development levy in ComCom's draft decision
Unified Communications

4 major telcos pay 90% of $50m development levy in ComCom's draft decision

Today's draft decision sees Spark, Vodafone, Chorus, and 2degrees Mobile collectively paying for more than 90% of the $50 million levy.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Vodafone Australia moves into NEXTDC's Perth data center
Network Infrastructure

Vodafone Australia moves into NEXTDC's Perth data center

Vodafone is launching a point-of-presence at NEXTDC's perth data center which will link to the teleco company's super hub.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017
Full stream ahead: Vodafone announces new broadband plans
Unified Communications

Full stream ahead: Vodafone announces new broadband plans

Vodafone launches new broadband plans with tailored options for Kiwi households, offering unlimited data, Wi-Fi packages, and constant connectivity.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017
Spark and Vodafone work together to build new cell tower
Unified Communications

Spark and Vodafone work together to build new cell tower

Spark and Vodafone have partnered to launch a new 3G and 4G cell tower in Kirwee, Canterbury, enhancing connectivity for the rapidly growing town.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Oct 2017
Tech predicted to have biggest impact on future - over increased equality
Clean technologies

Tech predicted to have biggest impact on future - over increased equality

In a survey commissioned by Vodafone Group, almost a fifth of respondents put technological innovation at the top of the list.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
Cybersecurity not just a means of defence but business success too
Cloud Services

Cybersecurity not just a means of defence but business success too

86% of high-growth companies see cybersecurity as a means of new business opportunities, not just defence, says Vodafone report.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Sep 2017
The roadmap to 5G: Vodafone deploys live 400 gigabit optical system
Data Analytics

The roadmap to 5G: Vodafone deploys live 400 gigabit optical system

The system has been implemented in partnership with Vodafone's optical partner Ciena, and test equipment specialist, EXFO.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017

Stories from Other Regions

The IoT could provide unlimited opportunities for Kiwis
Internet of Things

The IoT could provide unlimited opportunities for Kiwis

The NZ IoT Alliance suggests this technology could bring up to $2.2 billion to the New Zealand economy over the next 10 years...

By Chris Barber • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2017
Bored of health and safety? Vodafone now educates staff by gaming
Gaming

Bored of health and safety? Vodafone now educates staff by gaming

H&S education is often put on the same 'boring level' as watching paint dry and the deliberations of the NZ election - but now it's in a game.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Sep 2017
Huawei and Vodafone launch sleek new Y series phones
Māori

Huawei and Vodafone launch sleek new Y series phones

Huawei and Vodafone introduce Y5 and Y7 smartphones with te reo Māori, marrying cultural preservation with cutting-edge tech.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
Vodafone and Spark announce availability dates for latest iPhones
Apple

Vodafone and Spark announce availability dates for latest iPhones

The iPhone X will be available for pre-order from both providers on October 27, and available from November 3.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2017
8 businesses that launched te reo Maori initiatives for Maori Language Week
Trade Me

8 businesses that launched te reo Maori initiatives for Maori Language Week

Businesses in New Zealand are launching initiatives to celebrate Maori Language Week and promote the use of the Maori language.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2017
Vodafone unveils new mobile plans – data bundles with no strings attached
Prepay

Vodafone unveils new mobile plans – data bundles with no strings attached

Customers can create mobile hotspots and tether to other devices, regardless of whether they are at home or on the move.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2017
Vodafone shuts down 20-year-old Paradise and Clear email platforms
Email

Vodafone shuts down 20-year-old Paradise and Clear email platforms

For customers who are keen to still receive the emails sent to their old account, Vodafone will offer a free auto forwarding service.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2017
Vodafone NZ customer finds major loophone in 'My Vodafone' system
Security vulnerabilities

Vodafone NZ customer finds major loophone in 'My Vodafone' system

Members of a New Zealand online tech community discovered a potential vulnerability in Vodafone New Zealand's 'My Vodafone' platform yesterday.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2017
Vodafone & Temuera Morrison help Google with te reo Maori pronunciation
Google

Vodafone & Temuera Morrison help Google with te reo Maori pronunciation

Vodafone launches Say it Tika initiative to improve the pronunciation of Maori words on Google Maps in New Zealand.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2017
Solarcity and Vodafone team up to transform Kiwi houses into smart homes
DataCentre infrastructure

Solarcity and Vodafone team up to transform Kiwi houses into smart homes

Solarcity and Vodafone collaborate, unveiling a smart home revolution for Kiwis with IoT-powered energy savings.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Sep 2017