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Huawei eyes big UFB prize
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Huawei eyes big UFB prize

On current form, the Chinese vendor looks like a strong contender to pick up a lucrative contract from Chorus.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2012
2degrees customer numbers climbing
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2degrees customer numbers climbing

2degrees sees customer numbers soar to 875,656, marking a nearly 50% jump with the introduction of business services.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2012
The unlikely winner of CES 2012: Windows Phone
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The unlikely winner of CES 2012: Windows Phone

Against all odds, Windows Phone shines at CES 2012, outpacing rivals with an expansive ecosystem and user-friendly appeal.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
Frustrating wait to get Skinny
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Frustrating wait to get Skinny

Skinny's launch promises to shake up the prepaid mobile market, but delays in SIM delivery frustrate eager customers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Jan 2012
Tough tech decisions: 2degrees, Telecom, or Vodafone?
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Tough tech decisions: 2degrees, Telecom, or Vodafone?

NetGuide pits 2degrees, Vodafone, and Telecom against each other in a battle for the best mobile carrier, aiming to help consumers decide.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 1st Jan 2012
The most influential people in telecommunications
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The most influential people in telecommunications

Revealed: The top 10 figures leading the UK's telecoms sphere, from innovative CEOs to pivotal government figures and industry disruptors.

By Staff Writer • 13 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2011
'Skinny' to lock users in
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'Skinny' to lock users in

Before its launch, Skinny faces backlash for plans to SIM-lock phones, potentially trapping low-income youths in their network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2011
Telecom cracks the whip over CDMA users
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Telecom cracks the whip over CDMA users

Telecom enlists Gary McCormick to urge CDMA users to switch to XT, with incentives like a free handset for postpaid plan commitments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Dec 2011
A fourth mobile network?
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A fourth mobile network?

Clear Mobitel aims to launch NZ's 4th mobile network with a unique LTE strategy, eyeing rural sectors despite scepticism and market challenges.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2011
Vodafone claims 2degrees has harmed competition
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Vodafone claims 2degrees has harmed competition

Why the company is taking the credit for mobile price cuts and saying competition has slowed since 2degrees launched in 2009.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Nov 2011
Vodafone handed second fine from ComCom
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Vodafone handed second fine from ComCom

Vodafone fined nearly £82,000 for misleading promotion, marking its second penalty from ComCom amidst ongoing legal battles.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2011
Telecom: a million problems, one 'Skinny' solution
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Telecom: a million problems, one 'Skinny' solution

Telecom launches budget brand 'Skinny' to lure users from outdated CDMA network, aiming at young, low-spenders with deals from $4/week.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Nov 2011
Vodafone adds rivals to BestMate plans
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Vodafone adds rivals to BestMate plans

Vodafone expands BestMate plans to include Telecom and 2degrees contacts, boosting inclusivity in response to Commerce Commission concerns.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 17th Nov 2011
Tech & nature dominate Deloitte Fast 50
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Tech & nature dominate Deloitte Fast 50

Tech and nature businesses surge in Deloitte NZ's Fast 50, showcasing innovation and growth in uncertain times.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2011
Second dip in Vodafone customers
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Second dip in Vodafone customers

Vodafone has suffered its second drop in customers in a row, according to figures from parent company Vodafone PLC.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2011
A fourth mobile network? Yeah right
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A fourth mobile network? Yeah right

Clear Mobitel explains why it believes New Zealand could sustain another network operator, but its plans seem far-fetched.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2011
World's first Te Reo Maori smartphone
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World's first Te Reo Maori smartphone

The IDEOS X3 smartphone features menus in Te Reo, and will be available at 2degrees retail stores before Christmas.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2011
Annual survey aims to fix IT in NZ
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Annual survey aims to fix IT in NZ

NZ launches first 'Getting IT Right' survey with IDC to benchmark and improve future IT services. Open till Nov 30, aiming at reducing project failures.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2011
Mobility momentum to shake up channel
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Mobility momentum to shake up channel

Adapt now or face the consequences. That's the message to resellers – and customers and carriers – when it comes to mobility, discovers Keith Newman.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011