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Over 300,000 Kiwis have embraced Vodafone NZ's 4G in its first year, doubling their data consumption with a voracious appetite for streaming.

Westcon's Unified Comms event in Auckland: 10 leading vendors unite to showcase latest technology solutions, with prizes and giveaways.

Telecom pairs with Spotify to offer free Premium subscription to certain mobile plan users, marking a bold move into digital entertainment.

Worldwide smartphone shipments will slow to 8.3% annual growth in 2017 and 6.2% in 2018, according to a new forecast from the International Data Corporation.

Vodafone Foundation has launched an 11kg mobile network in a backpack that can be deployed in ten minutes to connect people in disaster situations.

Schools with ultra-fast broadband can now share their connections, enhancing access for their entire communities, says Minister Kaye.

In 2014, transparency becomes crucial for online security. Richard Henderson highlights how honesty and partnership with customers can restore trust in NZ.

Samsung learns the hard way that just a second screen isn't enough for smartwatch success, says @ovum analyst. #wearables #tech.

Peter Benson, Trend Micro New Zealand senior security architect, takes a look at what 2014 might hold on the security front.

Nextgen Distribution announces new distribution deal with Nimble Storage, a flash-optimized hybrid storage solutions provider. #Nextgen #NimbleStorage.

Vodafone boosts broadband data allowances for New Zealand businesses, offering up to 20 times more data for free.

Samsung faces challenge convincing users to upgrade to Galaxy S5 due to minor upgrades. Tizen and pure Google Android rumors not true.

Mark Zuckerberg outlines Facebook's plan to connect the next billion, saying the key is affordable data, not just cheaper phones.

Nokia launches new X series smartphones at Mobile World Congress 2014, aiming to capture affordable smartphone market share.

Telecom's name change to Spark dubbed a risky move by PR experts, sparking debate over the loss of brand equity and customer service.

Hamish Soper, Check Point Software Technologies New Zealand country manager looks at strategies to create real value for customers when selling security.

Samsung unveils Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo, elevating the wearable tech game with enhanced connectivity and style options.

Samsung has this morning introduced the Samsung Gear Fit, the industry's first curved, Super AMOLED wearable device for the active consumer.

Veeam Software nears 100,000th customer after gaining 34,000 in 2013. Boosted by a 24th consecutive quarter with over 50% revenue growth.

SMBs are finding the move from Windows XP to newer systems simpler than expected, dispelling upgrade myths and boosting productivity.