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Final countdown for Telecom customers

Telecom urges its CDMA customers to switch networks before the 31 July deadline to avoid losing connectivity and mobile numbers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Jul 2012

Unified Communications

New Zealand's cheapest Android smartphone - Updated

Huawei and Telecom offer internet-capable handset for under $200, Vodafone matches with limited-edition Warriors device.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2011

Motorola

Motorola Xoom launched in NZ

Telecom NZ introduces Motorola Xoom, a robust rival to iPad, showcasing the XT network's capabilities with a launch price of $1,149.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2011

Wireless Networks

Wi-fi campervans hit the road

Gateway Motor Homes and Walkabout Rentals introduce Wi-Fi campervans, ending tourists' reliance on internet cafe hours.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 21st Feb 2011

Supply Chain

Head of XT resigns

Telecom has announced its director of mobile Paul Hamburger<br />will leave the company when his contract expires in July.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2010

Customers

XT compo event

Telecom is turning its proposal to compensate customers affected by the XT outage last week into a media event.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2010

Global Stories

XT stories

Devexperts launches multi-currency upgrade for DXtrade XT platform

Devexperts has upgraded its DXtrade XT platform to support multi-currency trading, enabling brokers to expand into international markets and trade in various currencies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024

CDMA

Telecom on target for CDMA shut-down

Telecom readies for CDMA network shutdown on July 31, urging users to switch to XT or risk losing services and possibly their numbers.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Jul 2012

Unified Communications

Why Telecom's 4G hype is likely to backfire

Telecom's early 4G hype may falter as they race to catch up with Vodafone, despite not fully testing LTE technology yet.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th May 2012

Unified Communications

Telecom cracks the whip over CDMA users

Telecom enlists Gary McCormick to urge CDMA users to switch to XT, with incentives like a free handset for postpaid plan commitments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Dec 2011

Unified Communications

Telecom: a million problems, one 'Skinny' solution

Telecom launches budget brand 'Skinny' to lure users from outdated CDMA network, aiming at young, low-spenders with deals from $4/week.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Nov 2011

Phone

Telecom tempting XT customers with package deal

Telecom offers XT network customers a new Total Home Mobile package, featuring 29c/min mobile calls, 300 texts, and 20GB internet for NZD $99 in major cities.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 3rd Aug 2011

CDMA

Telecom names CDMA shut-down date

Two years after clumsily launching its new XT network, Telecom has announced that its old CDMA network will be shut down on July 31 next year.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011

Unified Communications

Telecom pushes $600 iPhone deal online

Telecom tempts Vodafone iPhone users with a £600 account credit to switch, offering free SIMs and online deal sign-ups until month-end.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 28th Jan 2011

Unified Communications

Telecom increases capacity for Big Day Out

Telecom amps up its XT network for Auckland's Big Day Out, ensuring revellers and locals stay connected amidst the music mayhem.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2011

Management

Google names new CEO

Google shakes up its leadership: Eric Schmidt steps down as CEO, handing over daily operations to co-founder Larry Page, starting April 4.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2011

YouTube

YouTube launches better homepages

YouTube is revamping its homepage to offer a more personalised experience, focusing on videos that matter to logged-in users after extensive feedback.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2011