Vodafone stories - Page 5
Check your home network: Demand will congest internet during COVID-19 lockdown
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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Kiwis are urged to prepare home networks for potential congestion as data demand is set to surge during New Zealand's COVID-19 lockdown.
ISPs pledge continued service as internet infrastructure feels the pressure
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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As New Zealand braces for a Level 4 lockdown, ISPs vow to bolster infrastructure and maintain services, handling a 65% uptick in daytime data usage.
Vodafone urges customers to go digital, expects call times to increase
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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Vodafone NZ advises customers to use digital customer service methods to reduce reliance on call centres during COVID-19 pandemic.
Vodafone NZ launches new COVID-19 plans
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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Vodafone NZ introduces COVID-19 Care Plan, including data certainty, no disconnections or late fees, and support for remote learning.
Tourism and wine industries to benefit from Vodafone 4G launch in Marlborough
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
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Vodafone brings 4G services to Marlborough District, boosting mobile reception and data speeds for local businesses.
Vodafone drops cheques in move it calls (sigh) 'Chexit'
Mon, 16th Mar 2020
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Vodafone is, ahem, chequing out of the now old-school payment method as it focuses on developing its digital-first services.
Vodafone launches new endless data plans for consumers and business customers
Thu, 27th Feb 2020
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Vodafone New Zealand unveils new mobile phone plans with endless data, addressing customers' increasing demand for data.
Vodafone opens 5G Innovation Lab in Christchurch
Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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The lab, which is located on Tuam Street, is designed to help New Zealand organisations understand how 5G technology can become part of their business.
Vodafone NZ backs the 2020 High School League
Wed, 29th Jan 2020
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Vodafone New Zealand takes centre stage in 2020 as the head sponsor for the LetsPlay.Live High School League, promoting esports among Australasia's youth.
Vodafone launches massive broadband plans ahead of 5G launch
Wed, 22nd Jan 2020
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Vodafone New Zealand launches massive data packages for wireless broadband customers, including a trial of 1TB of data.
Vodafone NZ publishes annual sustainability report
Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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Vodafone legal, regulatory and sustainability director Juliet Jones says she's pleased with the company's progress but as always, there's still work to do.
Vodafone bolsters Southland 4G capabilities with new sites
Thu, 5th Dec 2019
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Vodafone switches on additional 4G services in Southland, bringing the total number of cell sites in the area to 14.
Wellington Airport offers travellers a sneak peek of 5G
Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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The trial will run until December 9. But the trial is far from fully-fledged – only five users can connect to the 5G device and only for five minutes at a time.
Vodafone NZ invests in boosting energy efficiency
Fri, 29th Nov 2019
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Vodafone says it expects to reduce its electricity usage in Aotearoa by at least 10% over the next three years through implementing a range of new technologies.
Finalists for the 2019 Broadband Compare TUANZ Awards revealed
Thu, 3rd Oct 2019
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Finalists for the 2019 Broadband Compare TUANZ Awards have been announced, showcasing the best of the broadband industry in New Zealand.
NZ mobile market in 'good shape', Commerce Commission claims
Fri, 27th Sep 2019
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New Zealand's mobile market in 'good shape' as competitive environment benefits consumers, says Commerce Commission.
Testing begins at Vodafone's first 5G site in Christchurch
Thu, 26th Sep 2019
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The new 4G cell site will increase the area's access to communication services, with boosted mobile phone reception and data speeds faster than 3G.
Vodafone pumps $10m into dedicated customer service team
Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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Vodafone's 'X Squad' will kick off in October, and will continue to scale up over the remainder of this calendar year.
Challenger mobile service provider Kogan Mobile launches on Vodafone network
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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With 30, 90 and 365 day prepay options, New Zealanders can choose a saving to suit their lifestyle and bring their own device and their own number.
Vodafone testing live 5G network in Auckland
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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Vodafone has finished five 5G site upgrades and it's now in the network testing phases as the company gears up for its 5G launch in December.