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Netflix and pepperoni - lazy man's guide to Valentine's Day
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Netflix and pepperoni - lazy man's guide to Valentine's Day

We've put together some wonderfully cheesy, hopelessly soppy films to get you in the the mood this Valentine's as you stuff your face with Cheezels.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2016
The implications of #NetflixEverywhere: The view of a (near) Netflix planet
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The implications of #NetflixEverywhere: The view of a (near) Netflix planet

At CES this week, Netflix announced that its online subscription service had been switched on in 130 new markets across the world.

By Tony Gunnarsson • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2016
D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router - the fortress of technology
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D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router - the fortress of technology

Networking specialists D-Link have created the ultimate wireless router, ideal for large homes with multiple users.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2015
Everything you need to know about video streaming in NZ
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Everything you need to know about video streaming in NZ

Kiwis spoiled for choice with a plethora of video streaming services, from Netflix's global hits to local gems on Lightbox and more.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2015
Netflix ranks NZ streaming speeds
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Netflix ranks NZ streaming speeds

Popular streaming service Netflix has released findings on how Kiwi internet providers stack up in regards to streaming speeds.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 12th May 2015
Is Netflix and co slowing down your internet?
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Is Netflix and co slowing down your internet?

Is TV streaming impacting ISP performance? Large dips in speed evident during peak viewing hours, according to TrueNet.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2015
While you were sleeping: Wall Street erases earlier gains
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While you were sleeping: Wall Street erases earlier gains

Wall Street fell, giving up earlier gains, as investors positioned themselves for the US corporate earnings season.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2015
Lightbox drops price on Netflix launch, 2degrees may need online TV too
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Lightbox drops price on Netflix launch, 2degrees may need online TV too

Spark's online television service Lightbox has responded to tomorrow's arrival of newcomer Netflix by dropping its monthly pricing.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2015
Spark cries foul over Netflix GST dodge
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Spark cries foul over Netflix GST dodge

Spark New Zealand criticizes Netflix for not charging GST on its New Zealand service, giving them a cost advantage over competitors.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Netflix goes bye-bye
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Netflix goes bye-bye

Netflix cracks down on users accessing overseas programming via VPNs and proxies, upsetting Kiwi and Australian subscribers.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2016
It's a wrap: our best stories of the year
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It's a wrap: our best stories of the year

As another year comes to an end and we all get ready to eat, drink and be merry, we take a look back at 2015 in all its glory.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2015
Wireless Nation launches exclusive Netflix device
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Wireless Nation launches exclusive Netflix device

Wireless Nation launches NightShift, an exclusive Netflix device, to help New Zealand users save time, money and data.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Are TV networks out of step with tech?
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Are TV networks out of step with tech?

Ignoring such a public outcry could be seen as a balsy move, or it could highlight just how out of touch with tech mediaworks execs are.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2015
Payday for CallPlus founders in $250M sale to M2
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Payday for CallPlus founders in $250M sale to M2

M2 Group, the ASX-listed voice and data services company, has agreed to acquire New Zealand's Call Plus for $250 million, gaining the nation's third l.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2015
First 'Netflix Recommended' TVs revealed
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First 'Netflix Recommended' TVs revealed

Netflix reveals the first batch of TVs with the Netflix Recommended TV designation. Each will bear a Netflix Recommended TV logo in retail stores.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Apr 2015
Samsung ups its TV-streaming game with new deals
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Samsung ups its TV-streaming game with new deals

Samsung Smart TVs in NZ enhance streaming with exclusive Netflix and PGA Tour apps, offering unrivalled on-demand content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2015
Netflix goes live in NZ, Xbox jumps on the bandwagon
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Netflix goes live in NZ, Xbox jumps on the bandwagon

Netflix has officially launched in New Zealand today, accompanied by a number of free trial offerings to lure viewers into subscribing to the service.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2015
Netflix confirms NZ pricing ahead of tomorrow's kiwi launch
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Netflix confirms NZ pricing ahead of tomorrow's kiwi launch

Netflix set to undercut NZ rivals with launch pricing, starting from $9.99 for its much-anticipated service tomorrow.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2015