Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 191

Slingshot teases a limited 'All You Can Eat' broadband deal for just 10,000 customers, with no data cap, priced under $80. Details to follow next week.

2degrees shakes up mobile plans in NZ with the imminent launch of their Pay Monthly service, promising exclusive perks for early sign-ups.

TelstraClear reports $16m earnings before interest and tax due to economic recession; plans to grow services and revenues in tough environment.

Microsoft counters PC decline fears amid rising smartphone and iPad popularity, citing strong global PC market growth.

Mark Cleary joins 2degrees as Chief Sales Officer from Perlico, aiming to boost sales and distribution, leveraging new products and the firm's 3G network.

Rod McGeoch to retire from Telecom's board in September, after over 9 years, amidst the firm's pivotal industry changes.

Grab your tickets for Auckland's CreativeTech event! Dive into everything Apple with showcases, development tips, and more on Sep 10-11.

Cutting off accounts is like banning someone from using the postal system because they posted copied CDs, says InternetNZ.

Christchurch’s Enable Networks has bid to extend its fibre optic network to all city homes, building on their success with local businesses.

Vodafone has expressed disappointment over the Minister's decision to regulate mobile termination rates, delaying potential cost benefits for users.

Steven Joyce agrees to regulate mobile termination rates following Commerce Commission's advice, promising lower costs and improved market competition.

Crown Fibre Holdings has received refined proposals for New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, aiming to deliver fibre to 75% of Kiwis in 10 years.

2degrees launches new 3G network in New Zealand, offering affordable mobile broadband in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown.

Telecom submits refined broadband plan to NZ govt based on demerger, aiming for fibre availability to 75% by 2019.

Vodafone unveils its new SIMple range, offering flexible, no-contract mobile plans with added benefits for UK consumers seeking more freedom.

Mark Callander of CallPlus is boldly challenging NZ's big three telecoms, aiming to transform the competitive landscape for better consumer services.

So if the industry is going to improve its image, what should be the key areas of focus? Here are my suggestions:.

The success of New Zealand's fibre to the home (FTTH) network relies heavily on early consumer adoption, according to industry stakeholders.

Telecom NZ readies for the fibre era, poised to shape a digital future with over 25,000km of fibre, aligning with government's Ultra Fast Broadband plans.

Orcon returns to the mobile market with no fixed-term contracts, offering customers more flexibility. CEO Scott Bartlett believes it's a game changer.