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Spark stories - Page 15

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Spark wins big, pulls trifecta at NetGuide Web Awards

Wed, 3rd Dec 2014
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Spark reigns at NetGuide Web Awards, winning Best ISP, Mobile Network and Online Fundraising with Givealittle.
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Spark launches 'urgent review' of pricing

Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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Spark has warned that it may increase prices as it reviews its customer pricing following the Commerce Commission's proposed wholesale rates.
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InterCity buses offer free onboard Wi-Fi with Spark

Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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From this summer travellers and tourists will benefit from seamless 3G and 4G mobile Wi-Fi across New Zealand's largest passenger transport network.
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Spark and Huawei sign understanding to expand mobile coverage

Fri, 21st Nov 2014
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Spark and Huawei reaffirmed their commitment to bring the latest technology to New Zealand consumers by expanding the existing Joint Innovation Programme.
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Spark and Spotify bring technology to NZ summer music festivals

Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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NZ's summer festivals Rhythm and Vines and Rhythm and Alps introduce RFID wristbands for a unique experience with Spark and Spotify. #MyFestivalStory.
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Spark review may result in significant job cuts

Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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Spark's organisational review may lead to up to 400 job cuts by Christmas. The firm aims to boost efficiency in a highly competitive market.
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ComCom keeps its eye on Spark, Vodafone and 2degrees

Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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The Commerce Commission has announced its new indicators for monitoring the mobile telecommunications markets.
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Jumping ship will cost you as 2degrees jumps on the sim-locking bandwagon

Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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2degrees says it it had been forced to 'sim-lock', conceding it is a backward step for competition in the $2 billion mobile market.
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Lower South Island fibre internet cut by farmer

Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Access to fibre internet was cut for some parts of the lower South Island after a farmer dug through a cable.
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Spark opens digital future with huge investment in cloud services

Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Spark Digital opens $60 million Takanini Data Centre as the company continues its investment programme in cloud services.
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Microsoft tempts buyers with slim, cheap smartphone model

Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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The Lumia 830 is the thinnest and lightest Lumia in the flagship range and comes pre-loaded with Windows Phone 8.1.
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Virtual SIM - the disruptor or catalyst for a better customer experience

Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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To remain relevant in a very competitive landscape, the operators will need to be more creative and deploy services beyond connectivity.
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Spark to bring the NBA to its broadband customers

Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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Partnerships like these bypass Sky's sports channels and allow fans to watch games without the need for a Sky Sport subscription.
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Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit

Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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The latest generation of payment hardware such as that provided by Swipe is a good example of how technology can make it easier for customers to do business.
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SKY TV Announces Video on Demand Service

Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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SkyTV to launch ad-free VOD service NEON in December, offering HBO, AMC, FX shows like Game of Thrones. Includes 30-day trial, costs $20/month.
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More gigs for social media users with new Spark offer

Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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Refreshing newsfeeds and checking Twitter timelines has become a part of people's day-to-day lives, so it makes sense to give customers more data to do so.
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2degrees founder's rumblings over ComCom mobile market monitoring

Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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2degrees founder comes out swinging, saying the Commerce Commission is asleep at the wheel and has produced faulty information.
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New Sony Xperia Z3 phones operator-exclusive to Spark

Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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Spark's exclusive Sony Xperia Z3 range, boasting robust features and PS4 Remote Play, launches with enticing giveaways for early buyers.
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Scam targets Spark NZ customers

Thu, 16th Oct 2014
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Spark NZ warns of scammers tricking customers into giving personal details, amidst threats of service cut-offs.
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Sparks continue to fly over Orcon throttling campaign

Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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Orcon rebukes Spark's denial of broadband throttling, highlighting differences in traffic management amidst a fiery debate.