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Zebra warns a crossroads is approaching for mobile strategies worldwide
Wed, 13th Jan 2016
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inventory management systems
The Windows Embedded operating systems that run on more than 15 million mobile devices globally, reach end-of-support within five years.
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Skinny jumps on broadband bandwagon, promises NZ's cheapest package
Wed, 13th Jan 2016
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Skinny Mobile takes on rivals with NZ's most economical broadband option, eliminating landline needs.
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One class school gets early connection to Wi-Fi
Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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Remote West Coast school Barrytown now has wireless internet access in its classrooms as the Ministry of Education stepped in ahead of UFB update.
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Smartphones leading online sales
Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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forrester research
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online shopping
Smartphones are now driving more online sales and traffic for retailers than tablets, according to a new report.
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Trust in mobile apps and services at an all time low
Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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bi
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big data
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data analytics
Over a third of consumers are put off by downloading mobile apps due to privacy and security concerns, says MEF's Global Consumer Trust Report.
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When should you price match?
Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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Amid telecom cost wars, NZ ISPs ponder sustainable pricing, seeking a balance between matching rivals and keeping margins healthy.
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Vodafone launches scholarships to give Kiwi youth head start
Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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education
Vodafone is offering scholarships to young New Zealanders to pursue a career in technology, valued at up to $20,000 each.
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Spark commits to better customer service, launches online outage map
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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As part of the campaign is Spark's new Outage Map, which gives a real-time view of any problems on Spark’s mobile broadband or landline networks.
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Gore District Council says hello to modern world, rolls out free WiFi
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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Free WiFi has been rolled out in the New Zealand town of Gore, making it one of the first southern towns to offer the service.
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Alcatel-Lucent and Nuage chosen to transition telcos to the cloud
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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cloud services
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network infrastructure
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network management
Alcatel-Lucent will facilitate China Mobile and China Unicom’s transition to the cloud with ultra-broadband access, IP networking, NFV and SDN tech.
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Spark investor app nets global industry award
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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Spark New Zealand and Sush Mobile have taken out the Outstanding Achievement in Mobile Development award at the MobileWebAwards.
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Govt UFB programme reaches 200,000 Kiwi businesses
Tue, 15th Dec 2015
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Over 200,000 businesses in New Zealand now have access to ultra-fast broadband, two months ahead of schedule and within budget.
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Spark invests $14m in rapid 4G rollout in rural Canterbury
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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Spark New Zealand has been working with local councils to provide rural residents access to better, faster broadband and mobile data services.
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Kiwi SMEs: Will you earn the ‘cyber security tick’?
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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broadband
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
New Zealand launches cyber credentials scheme for small businesses to encourage good cyber security practices.
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Vodafone Hutchison dials up digital signage to increase market share
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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Vodafone Hutchison Australia is deploying more than 1200 displays as it moves to digital signage to increase market share and reduce printed material.
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5G becoming major consideration for telcos and vendors
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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5G wireless technology is becoming a major focus for operators, with initial standards set for 2020, says new report.
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Hands-on review: Asus AC3100 RT-AC88U Router & WiFi Access Point for gamers
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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gaming
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Well done Asus, this is a superb device and I can see gamers or those watching 4K video getting superior performance right out of the box.
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Spark identifies software defined networking as the way forward
Tue, 8th Dec 2015
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network infrastructure
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In a recent strategy update, David Havercroft, chief operating officer for Spark identified the company’s overriding goal moving forward.
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Vodafone wants to help Kiwi start ups go global
Tue, 8th Dec 2015
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Vodafone NZ launches accelerator programme to help Kiwi start-ups go global. 10 companies to be chosen for first round.
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Passwords out, new mobile ID methods taking off
Tue, 8th Dec 2015
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juniper research
Data theft is continuing to spur on the mobile identification market, and will generate an additional $700m for mobile network operators by 2020.
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UFB build complete in Masterton
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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broadband
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Better connectivity will help create more jobs and improve health and education outcomes across the Wairarapa region.
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Blue Coat and Dimension Data team up: Target cloud web security space
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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data protection
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partner programmes
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dimension data
Blue Coat Systems partners with Dimension Data to deliver global managed cloud web security service to enterprise customers.
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Spark snaps up CCL in $50m deal
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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appserv
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computer concepts limited
Spark New Zealand has acquired CCL for $50 million in a move designed bolster Spark’s cloud services capabilities and its South Island business.
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Telstra retail head exits
Fri, 4th Dec 2015
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Telstra's retail chief Karsten Wildberger resigns citing personal reasons, prepares for overseas move amid corporate shuffle.