Streaming stories - Page 5
Video-streaming services to see a boom as people stay at home
Tue, 17th Mar 2020
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Most of the world’s economy is contingent around people leaving their houses; now, a ‘stay at home economy’ will see a meteoric boom.
Research: How 5G will change, well... everything
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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digital entertainment
Informa Tech’s new research wing, Omdia, reveals 5G interdependencies in new research paper exploring impacts across the tech ecosystem.
Spark drops Lightbox video streaming service & sells it to Sky TV
Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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Sky plans to merge Lightbox with its own streaming platform Neon, creating what it calls a ‘supercharged’ service for New Zealanders.
Disney+: Is it safe to subscribe?
Wed, 27th Nov 2019
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Disney+ subscribers are falling victim to credential stuffing, with hacked accounts already up for sale. Users advised to follow best practices.
Surge in phone usage as Kiwis head to Japan for Rugby World Cup
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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Kiwi rugby fans in Japan for the World Cup have driven a fivefold surge in Vodafone New Zealand’s network usage, with over 10 terabytes of data used.
Razer releases gaming mic that syncs emotes with streaming interactions
Mon, 30th Sep 2019
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Streamers have the ability to add or create their own emotes, or they can choose from hundreds of preset emotes.
Vodafone’s new streaming box launches in NZ
Mon, 23rd Sep 2019
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Users don’t need to be a Vodafone broadband customer to access the viewing experience of Vodafone TV and wireless connectivity is inbuilt into the new device.
Annoyed, angry and devastated: How Kiwis really feel about streaming the Rugby World Cup
Sat, 7th Sep 2019
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Kiwis frustrated with streaming-only Rugby World Cup coverage; older viewers and Sky customers most negative, new research reveals.
Hands-on review: The only streaming kit you'll ever need
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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This opens up a world of possibilities for both hobbyist and full-time streamers to further engage with their audiences.
Spark lifts earnings on the back of mobile, wireless, cloud services
Wed, 21st Aug 2019
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uc
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digital entertainment
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cloud services
The telco's continued improved performance was founded on a clear strategy with strong execution and greater customer focus.
Streaming service Disney+ coming to NZ – pricing and dates
Tue, 20th Aug 2019
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The services will be another competitor entering the streaming market to compete with the likes of Netflix, Sky’s Neon offering, Lightbox.
Logitech shows off the products you have to stock
Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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The company showcased the hottest products across its office, gaming and audio brands – here are the must-haves for your shelves this summer.
Stuff unveils video platform
Tue, 6th Aug 2019
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New Zealand's Stuff launches Play Stuff, a video platform offering curated local and international news, sports, and entertainment content for free.
Hands-on review: Is game streaming your thing? This kit is essential
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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The Game Capture HD60 S is a portable capture device, perfect for streamers and content creators at all levels.
Hands-on review: In the age of smart TVs, how relevant is the 4K Apple TV?
Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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Two years on, is the 4K Apple TV still a viable choice in the world of smart TVs? We delve into its design, hardware, interface, and more to find out.
Single visit fibre install now available through Chorus
Fri, 14th Jun 2019
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Chorus has been working hard to get single-visit fibre installation over the line as the Rugby World Cup gets closer.
Chorus announces full HD streaming support in time for Rugby World Cup
Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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Chorus will support full HD streaming to coincide with the Rugby World Cup, allowing for a 44% traffic upsurge.
Freeview On Demand now on streaming device
Wed, 12th Jun 2019
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Freeview's On Demand platform is now available on its streaming device, DISH TV SmartVU X, offering viewers a one-stop-shop for free content.
No broadband caps please, we're Kiwis
Mon, 15th Apr 2019
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smart home
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More than 70% of broadband services in New Zealand are now uncapped as Kiwis' appetite for TV streaming grows.
Streaming services prime targets for credential stuffing attacks
Tue, 9th Apr 2019
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digital entertainment
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Video and streaming services are prime targets for cyber attackers who attempt to conduct credential stuffing attacks, according to new research from Akamai.