TCF warns about scam calls
Posted on 13-Nov-2018 11:32 News, Mobile
During International Fraud Awareness Week, a global effort to minimise the impact of fraud through awareness and education, the NZ Telecommunications Forum (TCF) is shining the spotlight on scam calling in New Zealand, encouraging consumers to: Stop and think. Is this for real?
OPPO launches Find X series in New Zealand
Posted on 20-Sep-2018 20:55 News, Mobile
To achieve an all-screen display, the Find X uses an innovative sliding structure that completely conceals the camera within the body of the phone.
Emirates Team New Zealand partners with Spark
Posted on 5-Sep-2018 09:01 News, Mobile
Emirates Team New Zealand and Spark have announced that Spark will be the official telecommunications and connectivity partner for the team and for the 36th America's Cup event presented by PRADA, which takes place in Auckland in early 2021.
Almost 20,000 people claim credits from Spark
Posted on 29-Jun-2018 10:40 News, Mobile
Last month, Spark launched a public campaign to encourage former customers to claim refunds. Of the almost 135,000 former customers contacted by mail or email at their last known address, around 15% have so far claimed their money.
Russell Stanners steps down as Vodafone NZ CEO
Posted on 12-Jun-2018 09:13 News, Mobile
Russell Stanners has today announced that he has decided to step down from his role as Vodafone New Zealand CEO at the end of October 2018.
Opera launches new mobile browser: Opera Touch
Posted on 25-Apr-2018 20:45 News, Mobile
Opera Touch is designed to be used on the move, with just one hand. It also makes the mobile and desktop web browsing experiences into one.
TCF and Telcos Toughen Up on Scam Callers
Posted on 23-Apr-2018 09:39 News, Mobile
Following recent reports of scam calling activity, the NZ Telecommunications Forum (TCF) has today released a draft Scam Calling Prevention Code for public consultation, formalising a range of processes in place for the telco industry to deal with instances of scam callers.
New Spark roaming plans available now
Posted on 2-Aug-2017 09:26 News, Mobile
Spark has announced a fresh and simplified new approach to roaming, with seven day packs designed to make travel easier.
Spark New Zealand prepares for 5G with Nokia
Posted on 14-Jun-2017 12:16 News, Mobile
Spark is upgrading its core infrastructure with a three-year strategic partnership with Nokia, including the industry-leading 7250 Interconnect Router R6 (IXR-R6) to address capacity and embrace architectural evolution on the path to 5G, ultra-broadband and IoT.
IDC smartphone shipment numbers: Samsung takes top spot again
Posted on 2-Jun-2017 15:38 News, Mobile
According to IDC's recently published first quarter smartphone shipment results, tracked from January to March 2017, Samsung has returned to the number one position in the New Zealand smartphone market.
New Microsoft Surface Pro delivers outstanding battery life, performance
Posted on 25-May-2017 09:34 News, Mobile
Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled the new Surface Pro, delivering up to 13.5 hours of battery life, making it more than 2.5 times faster than Surface Pro 3, and providing unmatched versatility and mobility in a new, lighter, more refined design.
2degrees growth story continues
Posted on 17-May-2017 15:25 News, Mobile
2degrees delivered a maiden profit in the year ending December 31, 2016, repeating year-on-year double digit increases in revenue, while doubling the size of its broadband subscriber base.
ANZ introduce PayWave-enabled ATMs
Posted on 24-Mar-2017 09:11 News, Mobile
From today, ANZ customers will be able to access an ANZ ATM with a simple tap of their card or smartphone.
Cell broadcast alerting on track for late 2017
Posted on 7-Mar-2017 12:38 News, Mobile
Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee says the implementation of a new nationwide channel for sending alerts about emergencies to mobile phones is on track to be up and running by the end of the year.
Timely transforms business with new native iOS app
Posted on 18-Sep-2016 19:31 News, Mobile
Apple recently announced that it was working with a small group of service providers to help offer businesses even more innovative mobile solution, with Timely being one of the Apple Mobility Partner.
Vodafone fined $165k for false price representations
Posted on 14-Sep-2016 15:53 News, Mobile
The Commerce Commission filed charges against Vodafone in May this year related to invoices sent to customers who signed on to the "Red Essentials" mobile phone plan between January and December 2014.
