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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 Kiwi innovation exploding in vineyards around the globe Play
13 July 2017
Wine Grenade CEO and Co-Founder Hamish Elmslie isn’t afraid to go against the grain when it comes to wine production.
How IoT will change New Zealand, according to Vodafone's Head of Sales, Internet of Things, Tony Guerion Play
7 July 2017
IoT (Internet of Things) technology that’s used in Formula One racing has the power to transform farming in New Zealand, says Tony Guerion, Global Head of Sales at IoT Vodafone Group Enterprise.
Ten top Kiwi innovators launch smart technology with Vodafone xone Play
6 July 2017
Spend more than a few minutes with the Hectre team, and the jokes fly thick and fast. There are a lot of quips around snapping up the “low hanging” fruit market – but the passion this trio have for smarter orchards worldwide shines through.
Vodafone readies mobile network for ‘Internet of Things’ future Play
3 July 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone will deploy Narrowband-IoT (NB-IoT) in early 2018 to prepare for an expected surge in IoT applications over the coming years.
Cutting edge stadium technology to launch at  All Blacks Test Play
23 June 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - This Saturday’s Test match between the All Blacks and the British & Irish Lions will be the first chance for fans at the game to get a closer look at the action with the launch of the Stadium Live experience, as part of the new All Blacks app, powered by new sponsor Vodafone.
Vodafone Foundation to provide free primary and secondary education to five million children in Africa Play
20 June 2017
On World Refugee Day The Vodafone Foundation has announced it's expanding its education programmes in sub-Saharan Africa to benefit more than five million children who are marginalised and excluded from traditional education.
New Vodafone partnership powers the All Blacks Play
22 May 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and Vodafone New Zealand have announced that Vodafone will become an official sponsor of the All Blacks and NZR in a four-year agreement that will create world-class digital experiences for rugby fans inside and outside the stadium.
SAR and Vodafone test ‘Search and Rescue Network’ helicopter innovation Play
13 May 2017
MEDIA RELEASE - Vodafone and Police Search and Rescue (SAR) have successfully tested a unique network prototype that has the potential to save lives by supporting real life search and rescue operations in future.
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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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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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