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Slingshot upgrades Global Mode, capitalises on Kiwi Netflix
Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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Slingshot is upgrading its Global Mode service so Kiwi Netflix users can switch between regions - allowing viewers to 'toggle' between versions.
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Slingshot best performing broadband provider
Thu, 19th Feb 2015
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Slingshot has been named as the best performing broadband provider in New Zealand for the second year running.
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Kiwis seek unlimited data plans and video streaming sites
Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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According to Kiwi statistics from the CallPlus network streaming video is up, peer-to-peer sharing is down, and online shoppers are turning to China.
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Consumer NZ poll slams Vodafone and Spark
Thu, 5th Feb 2015
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Consumer NZ survey finds sharp drop in customer satisfaction with Vodafone and Spark, underperforming in service reliability.
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Slingshot launches data only plans for online messaging
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Slingshot introduces a $19 data-only plan for NZ users, catering to the growing trend of app-based messaging, ideal for those reliant on apps.
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Slingshot's website better than the rest
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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The IMA says the Slingshot website represented the very best in planning, execution and overall professionalism.
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Has your Facebook status got an expiration date?
Thu, 2nd Oct 2014
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Facebook trials Snapchat-like disappearing status updates in NZ, aiming for ephemeral content.
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CallPlus Group brings on board Alcatel-Lucent executive
Wed, 24th Sep 2014
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CallPlus Group appoints Philip Carden to board; with over 25 years in telecoms, his experience is seen as invaluable for company's growth.
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Chorus outlines UBA and Boost proposals...
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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Chorus submits to Commerce Commission, outlining the need for differentiated broadband services to meet growing demand.
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Orcon unlocks the internet with launch of Global Mode
Thu, 28th Aug 2014
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Orcon allows customers to access blocked international sites with Global Mode, as streaming survey results show shift from broadcast TV.
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CallPlus takes on the 'big boys' with new Orcon and Flip hires
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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CallPlus Group appoints new leaders for Orcon and Flip brands, positioning the three CallPlus residential brands to challenge rivals.
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Slingshot contracted telemarketing firm fined $170K for “slamming” customers
Mon, 18th Aug 2014
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Power Marketing Limited fined $168,750 for misleading telemarketing practices and slamming on behalf of Slingshot, totalling fines to $418,750.
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TV giants question Slingshot's interpretation of the law...
Thu, 7th Aug 2014
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TV giants clash with Slingshot over legal interpretations amid a heated debate on geo-blocking and content importation laws.
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Opinion: Broadcasters, it’s over to you…
Thu, 7th Aug 2014
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Broadcasters face a call to evolve and champion local content over international imports, as audiences favour access over restriction.
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TV3 joins Banned of Brothers... Blocks Slingshot adverts
Wed, 6th Aug 2014
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Slingshot's latest TV ads banned by TV3, Sky TV and TVNZ for featuring the Internet Service Provider's Global Mode service.
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TVNZ joins the party... Bans Slingshot adverts
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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TVNZ bans Slingshot's 'Global Mode' ads, joining SKY in a move criticised as 'anti-competitive' by Slingshot GM.
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Let the Sky Fall… TV giant bans Slingshot adverts
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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Sky TV bans Slingshot’s Global Mode ads, calling them “unjustified and petty”. ISP claims move is censorship. #SkyTV #Slingshot #GlobalMode.
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Nice move, Slingshot...
Tue, 29th Jul 2014
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Earlier this month Slingshot unblocked access to certain movie websites, much to the delight of their customers.
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NZ first as ISP offers Bitcoin for broadband deals...
Thu, 10th Jul 2014
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Kiwi internet provider, Slingshot, now accepts Bitcoin as a payment option, becoming New Zealand's largest company to do so.
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Slingshot opens up global content to restricted Kiwi users...
Fri, 4th Jul 2014
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Slingshot unshackles leading video streaming sites, giving New Zealanders access to content that was previously restricted.
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Done deal as Kiwi Internet Provider buys Orcon...
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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CallPlus Group acquires Orcon, joining its portfolio of ISPs and boosting its market share to 15% in a strategic move to challenge leading providers.
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Google releases NZ video quality report
Tue, 17th Jun 2014
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Google unveils NZ's first Video Quality Report, ranking ISPs on their ability to stream HD YouTube videos, with select networks earning HD Verified status.
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Slingshot urges Kiwis to update security software as virus sweeps globe
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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Internet Service Provider Slingshot is working with New Zealand Police to protect customers from a serious global malware attack. #CyberSecurity.
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Voyager bags big broadband download speed win
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Voyager clinches top spot in TrueNet's broadband speed test, leading with remarkable VDSL download times.