Mobile data stories

Mobilise and Gist Mobile unveil a travel eSIM service, providing global data plans and virtual numbers across 180 countries without roaming fees.

Ymobile has launched as the UK's first data-led eSIM MVNO, offering flexible data plans and addressing the environmental impact of traditional SIM cards.

Revolut has launched eSIMs and global data plans in New Zealand, enabling customers to save on roaming costs while travelling to over 100 countries.

Telstra confirms plans to retire its 3G network by 2024 to bolster 4G/5G infrastructure, enhancing coverage and reliability.

NZ's Rocket Mobile launches as a new telecommunication service bringing unlimited data plans, aiming to challenge rival companies' hidden costs.

Battleface, a leading travel insurance provider, has partnered with CELITECH to integrate eSIM technology, revolutionizing travel safety and connectivity.

Spark uses AI-driven decision making to offer tailor-made plans to its customers, ensuring they get the most from their broadband and mobile plans.

The slower momentum that has characterised the broader 2G-5G Radio Access Network market since 4Q 2021 extended to 4Q 2022.

5G small cell deployments are set to take over from 4G in 2028 as mobile network operators scramble to meet skyrocketing mobile data traffic demands.

High-speed fibre internet continues to be the most significant player in OECD countries, with growth rates still powering ahead of DSL.

The recent Ericsson mobility report has signalled a significant growth in mobile data traffic over the last 10 years, with an increase over 300-fold.

A collaboration between Qualcomm and Keysight has achieved 5G 10Gbps data connection speeds, an industry-first milestone.

Dynatrace's Digital Experience Module now offers a movie-like view of mobile user experience, allowing teams to see every click and tap.

Business cloud service provider 2talk has launched mobile plans, adding to its broadband and IP Voice products.

Despite increased demand, fixed line broadband pricing remains expensive tor all tiers compared to other countries in the OECD.

Over this New Year’s Eve, New Zealanders around the country consumed mobile data in staggering numbers, according to local telco Vodafone NZ.

Vodafone NZ upgrades 120+ mobile cell sites in response to growing data use, with a focus on 4G and 4.5G technology.

Skinny has launched new Endless Data plans, offering endless data starting at NZD $36 per month, aiming to make running out of data a thing of the past.

Vodafone New Zealand unveils new mobile phone plans with endless data, addressing customers' increasing demand for data.

Mobile malware threats and cybercriminal exploitation of mobile devices in the Asia Pacific region are set to rise in 2020, warns Kaspersky.