Spark stories - Page 11
Red Hat’s role in Spark’s digital transformation strategy
Wed, 8th May 2019
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Red Hat plays pivotal role in Spark's digital overhaul, helping the NZ telco embrace Agile, boost infrastructure resilience and cut costs with JBoss Fuse.
Spark launches eSIM compatibility - but there's a catch
Wed, 1st May 2019
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smartphones
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wearables
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smart home
Spark debuts eSIM in NZ, but only for Pay Monthly Customers with Spark-bought devices. Enjoy untethered connectivity on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4G.
Spark New Zealand announces Grant McBeath as new customer director
Tue, 9th Apr 2019
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Grant McBeath appointed as customer director on Spark Leadership Squad, replacing Jolie Hodson who will become Spark's Chief Executive.
Spark's Simon Moutter resigns; insider Jolie Hodson to take charge
Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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Spark New Zealand's managing director, Simon Moutter, will be replaced by Jolie Hodson effective July 1. Moutter has been in the role since 2012.
Spark to stock Cat’s new rugged smartphone
Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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rugged
The rugged device is designed for people with outdoor lifestyles or rugged professions, where mainstream devices are too easily damaged or destroyed.
ISPs take top honours at Genesys partner awards
Thu, 28th Mar 2019
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NZ's Spark was named the Australia/New Zealand Partner of the Year, while Telstra took the top honour for APAC.
NZ ISPs issue open letter to social media giants to discuss censorship
Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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facebook
Three of New Zealand's largest ISPs urge Facebook, Twitter, and Google to discuss solutions for preventing the spread of violent content online.
Updated: NZ ISPs block internet footage of Christchurch shootings
Mon, 18th Mar 2019
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online safety
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2degrees
New Zealand ISPs, including Spark, Vodafone, and 2degrees, are blocking websites showing Christchurch shooting footage to prevent further dissemination.
Introducing Spark & Ohmio's first 5G-connected driverless vehicle
Wed, 13th Mar 2019
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5g & beyond
Spark and Ohmio unveil New Zealand's first 5G-connected autonomous vehicle, currently being tested in Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter.
Kiwis spending large on phones… for now
Mon, 11th Mar 2019
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
While New Zealanders are spending per device on smartphones than ever before, sellers should be wary that we will only go so fare.
2degrees lays down the gauntlet with price promise
Thu, 7th Mar 2019
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broadband
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2degrees
2degrees guarantees no broadband price hikes for 2019, setting itself apart from competitors Spark and Vodafone who announce increases.
Mainfreight uses Spark’s IoT Asset Tracking service to locate hazardous goods
Wed, 27th Feb 2019
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supply chain
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iot network
Mainfreight leverages Spark's IoT Asset Tracking to seamlessly monitor and locate hazardous goods, boosting efficiency and safety with real-time data.
Nokia’s new phone has so many cameras, guys
Mon, 25th Feb 2019
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The Nokia 9 PureView boasts a world first - a five-camera array system, capturing every shot with all five cameras and 10x the amount of light.
Spark merges Revera & CCL to become cloud 'powerhouse'
Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
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cloud services
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revera
Spark-owned Revera and Computer Concepts Limited (CCL) are set to merge, creating the largest IT services company in New Zealand.
Spark’s new IoT network reaches 98% of New Zealand
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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solar power
Spark has completed a nationwide rollout of its IoT Cat-M1 network, reaching 98% of New Zealand's population and revolutionizing connectivity for businesses.
NZ Cricket ups data analytics game with Qrious
Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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data analytics
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The Black Caps and White Ferns have implemented a data and analytics solution from Qrious to monitor and improve game strategy and player performance.
Spark creates enhanced Teams solution for business
Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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Spark has combined the Microsoft Teams product suite with a number of other unique benefits to create Spark Enhanced Teams (SET).
Spark Lab launches free cybersecurity tool for SMBs
Tue, 11th Dec 2018
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Spark Lab has launched a new tool that it hopes will help New Zealand’s small businesses understand their cybersecurity risks.
Spark named Cisco customer experience partner of the year
Wed, 5th Dec 2018
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partner programmes
Spark named Customer Experience Partner of the Year at Cisco's 2018 Partner Summit Global Awards in Las Vegas.
NZ’s ‘smartest street’ underway in Auckland
Tue, 4th Dec 2018
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smart cities
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iot
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cisco
Spark, with the help of several partners, has installed IoT devices in a 300m stretch of an Auckland street in a major step toward smart city status.