Posted by September 18th 2018
Online gaming is all about connecting with players from all parts of the world. Top games like the hit Fortnite connect 125 million players worldwide. But to connect and play well from this little corner of …
Posted by September 17th 2018
So, you’re broke. Stint. Bust. Strapped for cash. You don’t have a lot of money to spend on your mobile phone plan, but you can’t stand the thought of not being connected? Don’t fear: help …
Posted by August 13th 2018
We Kiwis sure do love our television, spending nearly 24 hours in front of the TV screen each week. New Zealanders also spend more than five hours and 44 mins each week watching video on …
Posted by November 12th 2019
You might think you can get phone coverage everywhere, but parts of New Zealand are still in the dark. Find out where the investment will be made.
Posted by September 7th 2018
Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) “unbundling” has been in the news of late – and, as rollout of the fibre network continues around New Zealand, consumers may be wondering what this will ultimately mean when it comes …
Posted by June 14th 2018
For the most entertaining, thrilling and compelling programmes, streaming service Lightbox NZ has arguably the best on offer. While you might have to rent movies on Lightbox, it still offers plenty of award-winning television series …
Posted by June 14th 2018
It’s the end of Daylight Savings. The days are getting shorter. The rain is more frequent and the temperature is cooler. If any of this makes you feel down, then you clearly are not watching …
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Firmly entrenched in the age of the smartphone, and amid the continued evolution of the Internet of Things (IoT), the fast-approaching rollout of 5G wireless networks is poised to usher in the next phase of …
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Samsung has unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, which will soon be finding their way onto retailer shelves, equipped with a range of camera-focused features, and with the emphasis firmly …
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality technologies are arriving to market in their numbers. What are these technologies and how do they differ?
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Digital assistants are becoming an increasingly popular feature of new-release smart devices. What digital assistants are available & what do they offer?
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Apple announced its release of the new iPhone on 12 September (California time), and it’s slated to be the biggest release since the original iPhone back in 2007. It’s the tenth anniversary of the iPhone, …
Posted by January 18th 2018
With two solid arrays of broadband plans on offer, Trustpower and Slingshot provide significant food for thought when deciding on your next internet plan.
Posted by December 21st 2017
Two of the most popular internet providers in New Zealand are 2degrees and Slingshot, but who offers the best value? Compare plans at Canstar Blue.
Posted by March 7th 2018
Slingshot is known primarily as a broadband provider, but from 2017 it will be offering electricity and gas to customers as well.
Posted by January 16th 2018
Vodafone NZ has launched a new prepaid plan that gives customers the option to choose from more than 200 variations of calls, texts and data.
Posted by August 23rd 2018
There is a proposal to ensure fibre optic cable broadband is extended further from urban areas to reach more rural parts of New Zealand.
Posted by December 21st 2017
NZ telco 2degrees has introduced a new discount offer that could see customers save up to $20 on broadband services every month.
Posted by December 21st 2017
Telco Spark says it is responding to increased data demands with a revamped range of plans including more data. Find out all the details at Canstar Blue.
Posted by December 21st 2017
The internet is now an important part of everyday life, and low speeds can be very frustrating. To avoid this, read our broadband buying guide to get the best internet connection possible.