Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 103

Telco companies are being forced to take drastic action because of competition, market consolidation and customer demands.

The Windows Embedded operating systems that run on more than 15 million mobile devices globally, reach end-of-support within five years.

Skinny Mobile enters the broadband market, touting NZ's cheapest prepay package with 60GB for NZD $55 a month, no landline required.

Remote West Coast school Barrytown now has wireless internet access in its classrooms as the Ministry of Education stepped in ahead of UFB update.

Smartphones are now driving more online sales and traffic for retailers than tablets, according to a new report.

Over a third of consumers are put off by downloading mobile apps due to privacy and security concerns, says MEF's Global Consumer Trust Report.

Amid telecom cost wars, NZ ISPs ponder sustainable pricing, seeking a balance between matching rivals and keeping margins healthy.

Vodafone is offering scholarships to young New Zealanders to pursue a career in technology, valued at up to $20,000 each.

As part of the campaign is Spark's new Outage Map, which gives a real-time view of any problems on Spark’s mobile broadband or landline networks.

Free WiFi has been rolled out in the New Zealand town of Gore, making it one of the first southern towns to offer the service.

Alcatel-Lucent will facilitate China Mobile and China Unicom’s transition to the cloud with ultra-broadband access, IP networking, NFV and SDN tech.

Spark New Zealand and Sush Mobile have taken out the Outstanding Achievement in Mobile Development award at the MobileWebAwards.

Over 200,000 businesses in New Zealand now have access to ultra-fast broadband, two months ahead of schedule and within budget.

Spark New Zealand has been working with local councils to provide rural residents access to better, faster broadband and mobile data services.

New Zealand launches cyber credentials scheme for small businesses to encourage good cyber security practices.

Vodafone Hutchison Australia is deploying more than 1200 displays as it moves to digital signage to increase market share and reduce printed material.

5G wireless technology is becoming a major focus for operators, with initial standards set for 2020, says new report.

Well done Asus, this is a superb device and I can see gamers or those watching 4K video getting superior performance right out of the box.

In a recent strategy update, David Havercroft, chief operating officer for Spark identified the company’s overriding goal moving forward.

Vodafone NZ launches accelerator programme to help Kiwi start-ups go global. 10 companies to be chosen for first round.