Vodafone stories - Page 22
Five bids come in for under-fire Orcon…
Fri, 7th Mar 2014
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Orcon sparks bidding war: 2degrees, CallPlus, and The Warehouse among the top contenders for the ISP, reports say.
Vodafone Foundation unveils “mini” mobile network in a backpack
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Vodafone Foundation has launched an 11kg mobile network in a backpack that can be deployed in ten minutes to connect people in disaster situations.
Vodafone unveils free business broadband data boost
Thu, 27th Feb 2014
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Vodafone boosts broadband data allowances for New Zealand businesses, offering up to 20 times more data for free.
Cheers as 2Degrees founder investor Tex Edwards speakers out
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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At last week’s NetGuide Web Awards, founder Tex Edwards hit the stage with a message for New Zealand and it’s regulators.
NZ telcos join forces to stop phone theft
Tue, 10th Dec 2013
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NZ telcos unite against phone theft, launching a blacklisting system that renders stolen devices useless, bolstering crime prevention efforts.
Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.
iPhone coming to 2degrees this Xmas…
Fri, 29th Nov 2013
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Telco jumps onboard the iPhone bandwagon, revealing pre-registrations for the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C for Kiwis.
Telco trio secure successful 700 MHz 4G spectrum bids
Wed, 30th Oct 2013
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2degrees, Telecom, and Vodafone clinch 700 MHz 4G spectrum, promising enhanced NZ mobile broadband and 4G expansion.
Commission releases draft Telco Development Levy
Wed, 30th Oct 2013
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The Commerce Commission's draft determination outlines the GBP £32 million Telecommunications Development Levy for 2012/13, impacting 22 providers.
NZ telco market under pressure as competition increases
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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NZ's telecom sector faces a downturn, with competition fuelling a revenue slide from NZ$5.1bn to NZ$5.0bn, amid a varied and competitive market.
Which side of the 4G fence are you on?
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Telecom welcomes governments plans for the minimum reserve price of $198m for 4G spectrum, but 2degrees doesn't. Which side of the 4G fence are you on?.
Govt to seek minimum $198m for 4G spectrum
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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The government will be seeking a minimum of $198 million for the rights, which are expected to be fought over by Telecom, Vodafone, and 2degrees.
2degrees appoints permanent CEO
Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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After Eric Hertz's passing, 2degrees names Stewart Sherriff, its chairman and interim CEO, as the permanent CEO, solidifying leadership.
Sky TV seals Vodafone resale and distribution deal
Thu, 22nd Aug 2013
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Sky TV has inked a deal with Vodafone, merging separate resale and distribution agreements, boosting Sky TV shares by 1.3% to NZD $5.30.
Vodafone network survives Friday's quakes
Mon, 19th Aug 2013
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Telco says network has not sustained any significant damage in the Lower North Island / Upper South Island as a result of Friday's earthquakes.
2degrees: Text before calling following earthquake
Fri, 16th Aug 2013
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2degrees urges users to text before calling following an upper-6 magnitude earthquake in Cook Strait, to prevent network overload in affected regions.
Vodafone changes ad? That's a lie, Telecom
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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Vodafone's SuperNet advertising campaign will continue unchanged despite Telecom dropping its court case seeking an injunction today.
Vodafone changes ad, Telecom drops court case
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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Telecom drops high court case against rival telco following a number of changes to Vodafone's ‘SuperNet’ advertising campaign.
Vodafone leads NZ pre-paid mobile market
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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Vodafone retains top spot in NZ's pre-paid mobile sector, as 2degrees closely rivals Telecom for second. Market dynamics intensify.
Warring telcos set court date
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Telecom and Vodafone, in the midst of a High Court injunction, set to battle it out in court later this month.