Broadband stories - Page 32
In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.

Vodafone wants to help families in digital age
Fri, 3rd Jul 2015
#
uc
#
connected
#
online safety
Vodafone is courting families with the launch of some new services aimed to help parents navigate the digital world.

Noel Leeming takes IoT mainstream with broadband bundles
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
#
uc
#
iot
#
noel leeming
Noel Leeming is retailing broadband bundles from My Republic and Spark - and has the internet of things phenomenon firmly in its targets.

Need for speed: 100,000th customer signs on for UFB
Fri, 26th Jun 2015
#
uc
#
ufb
#
broadband
100,000 Kiwis are now onboard with UFB, with Amy Adams hailing the milestone as a huge achievement putting NZ ahead of similar international builds.

Xirrus launched SaaS solution for complete control over Wi-Fi
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
#
saas
#
uc
#
wireless networks
Xirrus launches EasyPass, a suite of services that simplifies device onboarding to Wi-Fi networks, requiring fewer steps.

Scientists around the world collaborate with super high speed internet
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
#
uc
#
reannz
#
cawthron institute
NZ's Cawthron Institute teams up with REANNZ to turbocharge global research with super high speed internet, vastly improving data sharing.

Broadband and cellphone coverage in Northland underwhelming
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
#
uc
#
ufb
#
broadband
Northlanders are calling for better broadband and cellphone coverage, with a recent survey revealing dissatisfaction and a desire for improvement.

Cisco VNI highlights growing landscape for Kiwi reseller
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
#
smartphones
#
uc
#
mdm
Cisco's tenth annual Visual Networking Index highlights some key growth areas for resellers as internet usage booms and connected devices change.

UFB build hits halfway milestone
Fri, 19th Jun 2015
#
uc
#
ufb
#
broadband
The nationwide ultrafast broadband rollout has hit the halfway mark for its first stage, with 11 towns and cities now able to reap the benefits.

Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
#
uc
#
wireless networks
#
ethernet
Netgear has introduced Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router (D7000) with dual band WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet to its line-up.

Enable sets ambitious Christchurch UFB roll-out targets
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
#
uc
#
enable networks
#
ufb
Enable has announced it plans to roll-out fast broadband to 33,000 more homes and businesses in the Christchurch area.

Adams targets UFB land access, power line use in proposed law change
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
#
uc
#
ufb
#
broadband
Amy Adams wants to reduce consenting delays affecting an estimated 15 percent of households in the government-sponsored UFB roll out.

Kiwi company develops battery backup for UFB devices
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
#
uc
#
solar power
#
ufb
New Zealand company Constant Vigil has developed a battery backup device, Sentry Lite, to maintain power for internet and VoIP services during power outages.

New opportunity for resellers to ‘connect the unconnected’
Wed, 27th May 2015
#
uc
#
supply chain & logistics
#
connector systems
New distribution deal with wireless broadband vendor Cambium Networks will see Connector Systems helping resellers 'connect the unconnected'.

Chorus says RMA fix needed as fibre rollout stumbles
Tue, 26th May 2015
#
uc
#
chorus
#
fibre
Chorus urges government to amend the Resource Management Act, citing lengthy fibre installation delays for multi-unit properties and shared driveways.

Chorus UFB programme into 'the next phase'
Tue, 26th May 2015
#
uc
#
chorus
#
ufb
As demand for fibre becomes mainstream, the Chorus UFB programme has moved into the next phase, according to an update from Chorus,.

Everything you need to know about video streaming in NZ
Fri, 22nd May 2015
#
uc
#
digital entertainment
#
lightbox
Kiwis spoiled for choice with a plethora of video streaming services, from Netflix's global hits to local gems on Lightbox and more.

Budget 2015 sees boost for NZ broadband initiatives
Thu, 21st May 2015
#
uc
#
rural broadband initiative
#
ufb
Budget 2015 sets aside funding to deliver on the Government’s commitment to roll out world-class internet connectivity for New Zealanders.

Does Chorus have a weak UFB channel strategy?
Mon, 18th May 2015
#
uc
#
chorus
#
dts
Chorus's UFB completion celebrations overshadow missing strategy for partner engagement and end-user uptake in regions like Taupo.

Taupo gets head start as Chorus completes UFB network
Fri, 15th May 2015
#
uc
#
chorus
#
ufb
Taupo blazes a trail in digital connectivity, being the North Island's first to complete Chorus' high-speed UFB fibre network.

Kiwis rally for reduction in copper wholesale charges
Wed, 13th May 2015
#
uc
#
commerce commission
#
broadband
More than 1000 people have provided submissions to the Commerce Commission calling for a reduction in copper wholesale charges.