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Introducing Spark & Ohmio's first 5G-connected driverless vehicle

Spark and Ohmio unveil New Zealand's first 5G-connected autonomous vehicle, currently being tested in Auckland's Wynyard Quarter.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2019

Unified Communications

2degrees lays down the gauntlet with price promise

2degrees guarantees no broadband price hikes for 2019, setting itself apart from competitors Spark and Vodafone who announce increases.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2019

Nokia

Nokia's new phone has so many cameras, guys

The Nokia 9 PureView boasts a world first - a five-camera array system, capturing every shot with all five cameras and 10x the amount of light.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Feb 2019

Data Analytics

NZ Cricket ups data analytics game with Qrious

The Black Caps and White Ferns have implemented a data and analytics solution from Qrious to monitor and improve game strategy and player performance.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Feb 2019

Unified Communications

Spark creates enhanced Teams solution for business

Spark has combined the Microsoft Teams product suite with a number of other unique benefits to create Spark Enhanced Teams (SET).

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2018

Customer Experience

Spark named Cisco customer experience partner of the year

Spark named Customer Experience Partner of the Year at Cisco's 2018 Partner Summit Global Awards in Las Vegas.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2018

Smart Cities

NZ's 'smartest street' underway in Auckland

Spark, with the help of several partners, has installed IoT devices in a 300m stretch of an Auckland street in a major step toward smart city status.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Dec 2018

Unified Communications

Huawei seeks urgent meeting with Govt about Spark 5G ban saga

Huawei requests urgent meeting with New Zealand government to discuss the reasons behind its ban from working with Spark on 5G network upgrade.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Nov 2018

Blockchain

Spark named as self-sovereign identity steward

The Sovrin Network ledger is operated by Stewards, trusted organisations within the ecosystem who have agreed to abide by certain requirements.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Nov 2018

Government Communications Security Bureau

Huawei & Spark get slugged again: GCSB terminates proposed 5G network plans

This afternoon the GCSB denied Spark's proposal to deploy Huawei 5G equipment across its future Radio Access Network.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Nov 2018

Spark

Spark to launch emerging tech innovation unit in 2019

The as yet unnamed unit will be headed by Claire Barber and focus on R&D, operating as a distinct unit from the main business.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Nov 2018

Network Infrastructure

Huawei and Spark unveil world-first 5G trial network

Huawei and Spark have launched a multi-vendor 5G trial network in New Zealand, built to the global industry standard.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Nov 2018

Partner Programmes

Gallery: Lenovo's glamorous top local partners for 2018

Lenovo honoured top partners at its Business Partner Gala Awards in Sydney, celebrating innovative solutions and exceptional service within ANZ.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Nov 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Spark stories

Online Safety

Updated: NZ ISPs block internet footage of Christchurch shootings

New Zealand ISPs, including Spark, Vodafone, and 2degrees, are blocking websites showing Christchurch shooting footage to prevent further dissemination.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2019

Apple

Kiwis spending large on phones… for now

While New Zealanders are spending per device on smartphones than ever before, sellers should be wary that we will only go so fare.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2019

Supply Chain

Mainfreight uses Spark's IoT Asset Tracking service to locate hazardous goods

Mainfreight leverages Spark's IoT Asset Tracking to seamlessly monitor and locate hazardous goods, boosting efficiency and safety with real-time data.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Feb 2019

Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Spark merges Revera & CCL to become cloud 'powerhouse'

Spark-owned Revera and Computer Concepts Limited (CCL) are set to merge, creating the largest IT services company in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Feb 2019

Internet of Things

Spark's new IoT network reaches 98% of New Zealand

Spark has completed a nationwide rollout of its IoT Cat-M1 network, reaching 98% of New Zealand's population and revolutionizing connectivity for businesses.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019