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Wi Fi provider Tomizone makes deal with Skype
Local wireless internet provider Tomizone has partnered with Skype to promote the global giant's new web access product to NZ users.
Telecom halts earnings decline, says Reynolds
Telecom today reported a 4.5 per cent fall in its bottom line full year net profit to $380 million, with revenue down 6.5 per cent to $5.27 billion.
<i>Simon Hendery:</i> Fast-changing demands test telco sector
Simon Hendery writes that more network traffic won't mean more income for major phone providers.
Roaming charges nasty shock for travellers
Unwary travellers are being stung by $1000 bills after using their phones and mobile broadband overseas - and the issue is on the Govt's radar.
<i>Chris Barton:</i> New Zealand's broadband: Bring it on at the speed of light
Anyone calling for a cost-benefit analysis doesn't understand the internet.
How fibre will fuel farm of the future
Federated Farmers says fast, reliable broadband access is necessary if agri-business is to reach its productive potential. Simon Hendery reports.
Chinese buyers talk up benefits
Chinese dairy investors may be media shy, but they have been lobbying politicians and other key players at the highest levels.
TelstraClear no competition for Telecom in backhaul, says regulator
The Commerce Commission says TelstraClear provides no meaningful competition for Telecom in the wholesale backhaul market.
Regulation to pave way for cheaper calls
A drop in retail prices will come only through increased competition between the major players.
No 'big bang' on mobile rates says analyst
Government regulation of mobile phone rates won't automatically mean cheaper calling, a telecommunications analyst says.
NZ to regulate mobile phone rates
Mobile phone call termination rates will be regulated, says Telecommunications Minister Steven Joyce.