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Vodafone and Huawei complete world's first 5G call
26 February 2018
Vodafone and Huawei have jointly completed the world’s first call using the Non-standalone (NSA) 3GPP 5G new radio (NR) standard and sub6 GHz spectrum. The call, using a test network, took place in Spain just ahead of Mobile World Congress which starts on February 26.
Vodafone's SUB2 project trials body sensors
26 February 2018
Elite athletes and their coaches attempting to run a marathon in less than two hours for the first time will be able to monitor running efficiency and body and environmental temperature in real time thanks to work undertaken by engineers from Vodafone’s Networks Centre of Excellence.
With another school year underway, Vodafone is offering advice to parents under pressure from their children asking for their first phone
22 February 2018
Media Release - With another school year underway, Vodafone is offering advice to parents under pressure from their children asking for their first phone.
Vodafone and Huawei test applicability of IP microwave backhaul for 5G
21 February 2018
Vodafone Group and Huawei have today announced they have combined to complete lab tests which indicate that traditional IP microwave links will be considered a viable technology for 5G backhaul.
Vodafone offers free calls, TXTs and donations line for Tonga
13 February 2018
Media Release - In the wake of the severe damage caused by Cyclone Gita, Vodafone is this evening (from 5pm) opening up free calling and texts to Tonga for all customers for the next 48 hours.
Vodafone gets nod to offer additional services to government agencies under the TaaS Panel
12 February 2018
Media Release - Vodafone has been awarded additional services under the New Zealand Government’s Telecommunications as a Service (TaaS) panel.
Global Vodafone Foundation technology provides a lifeline in domestic abuse
5 February 2018
Opinion Piece - Andrew Dunnett has been Director of the Vodafone Foundation in the UK since 2006.
Vodafone: 5G is happening. What’s the problem, Chorus?
31 January 2018
Opinion piece - Russell Stanners, Vodafone CEO.
Vodafone reveals New Zealand's most connected Hotspots Play
18 January 2018
Media Release - Opito Bay has been named the most connected holiday hotspot in New Zealand, according to data that’s just been released by Vodafone.
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The high tech solutions that could save young people’s lives Play
1 November 2017
Ngāti Porou Hauora’s Manager Frances King, is still celebrating after being given the chance to design an app that could make all the difference to babies being born on the East Cape.
Kiwis set to enter a world of entertainment with Vodafone TV Play
17 October 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone has today unveiled Vodafone TV – a world of entertainment that lets Kiwis experience television like never before, by giving them freedom and control over their favourite content.
Kiwis say technological innovation to have biggest impact on future of the country Play
5 October 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - A survey commissioned by Vodafone Group has revealed New Zealanders believe technological innovation will have the most positive influence on the future over the next 20 years.
New Zealanders highlight te reo Māori names to be updated on Google Maps Play
21 September 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - More than 54,000 New Zealanders have taken up the opportunity to pin incorrectly pronounced te reo Māori place names on an online platform developed by Vodafone and Google Maps.
solarcity teams up with Vodafone to transform kiwi houses into smart homes Play
29 August 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Kiwis can now save on power bills and turn their houses into smart homes thanks to a new app launched by solar power company solarcity.
Vodafone breaks down barriers with innovative service Play
10 August 2017
For Yun-Ho (Andy) Lin, today marks one of his proudest moments in his Vodafone career.
Stadium Live App brings Vodafone Warriors fans closer to the action than ever before Play
27 July 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone Warriors fans can now get closer to the team than ever before, thanks to the launch of the new Vodafone Stadium Live App for the Vodafone Warriors.
The digital technology injecting fresh life into the healthcare system Play
13 July 2017
Vensa Health Founder and Chief Executive Ahmad Jubbawey’s passion for innovation is fuelled by some fairly sobering health statistics.
Vodafone xone opens the door to the next leap forward in AI and IoT Play
13 July 2017
Parkable Director Toby Littin understands the horror of trying to find a decent park in New Zealand’s major cities. It is, pun acknowledged, what drives him.
Resources
TCF-Industry-Report.jpg
5 March 2019
This toolkit was produced for Vodafone Foundation by Dr Jane Pillinger, Independent Gender Expert

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6 October 2017
On behalf of Vodafone, Futerra invited a group of leading futurists to reflect on what could go right, rather than what might go wrong.

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TCF-Industry-Report.jpg
18 March 2017
Telecommunications services have become a key staple of modern life. As consumers, we expect fast, ubiquitous access to networks that allows us to get on with our digitally-connected lives.

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21 February 2017
A report by Arthur D. Little for Vodafone Group Plc

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18 February 2017
Taxation and our total economic contribution to public finances 2015-16

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19 January 2016
The saying 'waste not want not' has never felt more meaningful. In today's world, it's more important than ever to consider the impact we have on the environment.

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