Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 171

Businesses are urged to secure their PABX phone systems as a surge in hacking has left some companies with phone bills hundreds of thousands high, warns TCF.

Another week, another announcement of a UFB 'first'. This time it's the first schools to be connected to the embryonic Government-funded network.

Samsung Galaxy SII finally hits Telecom's XT network, offering Kiwis a new Android experience at a competitive price, months after Vodafone.

Communications Minister Steven Joyce has announced two new tenders as the Government completes a $15 million mop-up of the Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI).

Paul Reynolds to exit as Telecom CEO, hailed for averting company's decline and securing its future in NZ's Ultra-Fast Broadband scheme.

Asia/Pacific region leads in post-recession recovery with IT outsourcing spend set to hit $313.21 billion, reshaping business strategies.

Vodafone debuts Easy Office, a VoIP package tailored for SMBs, promising big savings on communications with no costly setup.

2degrees collaborates with PMG to offer prepaid SIMs to NZ tourists, aiming for a $1m yearly bump and pledging investment in tourism.

The government has approved Telecom’s separation plan, leaving only one more step in the demerger between the giant telco and its network arm, Chorus.

Steven Joyce ignites Tech.Ed with a visionary speech, paving the way for NZ's tech industry, before launching Auckland’s UFB project.

Despite this week's big announcements about national and international connectivity, benefits to broadband consumers are still some time away.

The voting has now finished and finalists decided. Check out who has made it into the top five in each category.

Vodafone boosts NZ connectivity with a 10-year Pacific Fibre deal, aiming to break the monopoly and bring competitive internet rates.

Telecom has written off USD $257 million in asset impairments due to Ultra Fast Broadband upgrades, yet still saw a 1.6% rise in net earnings.

As debate over the tender process continues, there is a bigger question to be asked - should the government have embarked on the UFB project at all?.

Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 hits NZ, defying global bans, as Samsung bets on leading the local market despite iPad 2 competition.

Spelling and grammar errors can cripple online sales, says entrepreneur Charles Duncombe, who saw revenue double after correcting mistakes on his website.

Vodafone hit with a £402,375 fine for breaching Fair Trading Act after misleading mobile internet advertising led to unexpected charges for users.

Connecting the most isolated schools to the Government's Rural Broadband Initiative comes at a cost: $2000 per student.

Cackle Telecommunications partners with 247 Distribution for Call Catch voice recording software, aimed at simplifying the call recording market.