Viber Launches "Viber Out" Worldwide
Posted on 10-Dec-2013 21:00 News, Mobile
Viber announced today the release of Viber 4.1 for Android and iPhone which includes the full global launch of Viber Out, a new feature that allows users to make low-cost calls to any mobile or landline phone number.
New Zealand mobile operators work together to stop phone theft
Posted on 9-Dec-2013 15:06 News, Mobile
The New Zealand Telecommunications Forum (TCF) has today launched a blacklisting system for lost or stolen mobile devices which Police say will help prevent crime by making mobiles less attractive to thieves.
Air New Zealand expands mobile and online technology
Posted on 4-Dec-2013 08:57 News, Mobile
Air New Zealand customers travelling on the airline's services, both domestic and international, can now check in using their smartphones, tablets and online.
Vodafone introduces High Definition Voice calls today
Posted on 6-Nov-2013 15:01 News, Mobile
Vodafone is rolling out its latest innovation in calling technology today, High Definition (HD) Voice, delivering crystal-clear voice quality and noticeably reducing background noise on calls made between customers using Vodafone's network.
Radio spectrum auction details announced
Posted on 4-Sep-2013 15:29 News, Mobile
Communications and Information Technology Minister Amy Adams has today announced the timing, reserve price, and implementation conditions for the upcoming auction of the digital dividend radio spectrum.
2degrees appoints new Chief Executive
Posted on 27-Aug-2013 10:23 News, Mobile
The 2degrees Board has appointed the company’s Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Stewart Sherriff as its permanent CEO.
PriceMe launches updated iPhone App
Posted on 8-Aug-2013 18:02 News, Mobile
New Zealand-based comparison website PriceMe have just announced the launch of the latest version of their shopping app for iPhone users. With a smarter-looking UI and some nifty features, this latest version should make comparison shopping on-the-fly a real breeze !
Smartphones expected to grow 32.7% in 2013 says IDC
Posted on 5-Jun-2013 11:17 News, Mobile
It is also expected 2013 will mark the first year that smartphone shipments surpass those of feature phones, with smartphones expected to account for 52.2% of all mobile phone shipments worldwide.
HP improves enterprise mobility with cloud-based management solution
Posted on 5-Apr-2013 10:55 News, Mobile
HP Enterprise Cloud Services - Mobility integrates leading industry technologies, including solutions from Citrix and SAP, which are fully managed and maintained by HP to simplify deployment and ongoing operations.
2Degrees board appoints interim CEO
Posted on 2-Apr-2013 16:12 News, Mobile
In a release telco provider 2degrees announced business will continue, with the news of an interim CEO providing business continuity and support.
Oracle buys Tekelec
Posted on 26-Mar-2013 09:29 News, Mobile
Acquisition adds network signaling, policy control and subscriber data management solutions to Oracle Communications portfolio.
Nielsen reports 1.7 million New Zealanders own a smartphone
Posted on 20-Mar-2013 10:11 News, Mobile
Digitally connected consumers use wireless and mobile technology to make their lives easier and save time, shows the latest report from Nielsen, a global information and measurement company.
Samsung scoops GSMA Awards at Mobile World Congress 2013
Posted on 27-Feb-2013 16:46 News, Mobile
Samsung has won recognition from the GSM Association for the second year running in both the category of Device Manufacturer of the Year and Best Smartphone in the Global Mobile Awards
IBM and Nokia Siemens Networks announce mobile edge computing platform
Posted on 26-Feb-2013 07:32 News, Mobile
New platform can accelerate the delivery of media-rich services by delivering content directly from the base station, ensuring enhanced quality of experience for consumers in the face of ever increasing data traffic growth.
New Zealand government confirms 4G 700MHz availability
Posted on 21-Feb-2013 13:08 News, Mobile
Communications and Information Technology Minister Amy Adams has confirmed that it is the Government’s intention to allocate the digital dividend radio spectrum in the third quarter of this year.
Sierra Wireless to sell AirCard business to Netgear
Posted on 29-Jan-2013 15:53 News, Mobile
Under the transaction, NETGEAR will acquire the assets and operations of the AirCard business, including customer relationships, products, intellectual property, inventory, and fixed assets, and assume certain liabilities, including warranty commitments and other customer obligations.
