Retail stories - Page 407

2degrees shakes up NZ mobile market, gaining over 200,000 subscribers in 6 months, proving sceptics wrong and signalling a new chapter.

After decades of neglect, a $824m North Island Grid Upgrade aims to power up reliability and curb soaring electricity costs as demand triples.

Cordless phones, once a luxury, are now as affordable as their wired counterparts. Experts discuss their workings, advantages, and what to consider when buying.

By 2013, smartphones and enhanced phones will surpass PCs as the primary web access device, prompting websites to adapt to mobile formats.

Skype 2.0 hits the iPhone with a coveted upgrade - now make Skype-to-Skype calls via 3G but gear up to pay post-2010.

Half-Life 2 trilogy finally debuts on Mac, offering free access to existing PC owners on Steam. A seminal gaming experience now more accessible.

What if broadband had not become a political carrot in the last election and National had not promised to invest $1.5 billion on a fibre to the home network?.

Axia NetMedia emerges from the shadows with Vodafone backing in its bid for New Zealand's fibre network, promising affordable triple-play services.

NZ's $1.5bn fibre project may see Telecom's network rivalled by regional fibre companies, offering newer, community-backed infrastructure.

Telecom Retail overhauls management and cuts 200 jobs in a sweeping reshuffle following top executives' exits.

Orcon, CallPlus, and Compass team up to enhance unbundled services across New Zealand, allowing customers broader access to each other's networks.

We've all seen the annoying kind of Facebook integration where your followers are informed every time you unlock an achievement or trophy.

Golden Axe, Altered Beast, Space Harrier II and loads more coming to a PC near you from June (not emulated versions either).

[Minister Joyce responds] Telecom has released a statement confirming it is fully investigating structural separation – that is, the possible sale of Chorus.

Google's innovative TV service challenges Apple's dated approach, signalling a tech rivalry set to redefine living room entertainment.

iPad mania outstrips Mac demand, with sales set to surpass Mac's as buyers snap up 200k units weekly, driven by global interest.

On the cusp of its international iPad release, most Apple retail stores in the US are facing iPad 3G shortages due to high demand and customer satisfaction.

SnapTell revolutionises shopping with a snap: instant ratings, prices, and info for books, DVDs, CDs, and games, directly to your mobile.

Alan Wake's first DLC, 'The Signal', to light up Xbox LIVE on July 27. Free with download token, others pay. Details in Game Console May issue.

On the market for a new phone? Pick up the new Sony Ericsson X10i and you just might land yourself a PlayStation Portable as well.