Gigabites newsletter - Issue 4
Insight into initiatives and impact of better broadband in New Zealand.
Dunedin accelerates in global speed rankings
As hundreds of Dunedinite’s test out their new 1Gbps connections, they are driving the city up the Net Index global broadband speed rankings, with impressive results. In April, the average download speed for Dunedin was faster than nine of the ten wealthiest cities in the world. Read more >>
The value of fibre from an end user perspective
Fibre sceptics often question if end users value fibre or even notice a difference in performance. The answer? They sure do. An in-depth Swedish fibre study shows fibre users not only greatly value the experience over DSL – it also results in end users having higher levels of satisfaction across every aspect of their service providerrelationship. Read more >>
I want my online TV - 3 international case studies
The marriage of TV and the internet is relatively new in New Zealand. With a number of services now in the market, telco providers are looking to new approaches to respond to the disruption. International analyst firm Ovum has identified three innovative approaches from international players that may offer insights into what could work in New Zealand. Read more >>