New Zealand TelecomExpands 3G

New Zealand : New Zealand Telecom is to expand its super fast 3G Mobile Broadband network to New Zealand’s main towns and cities.

“Mobile Broadband will fundamentally change the way New Zealanders in the main cities and towns use mobile technology and make it practical to work away from the office at speeds that enhance rather than inhibit efficiency,” said Kevin Kenrick, General Manager of Telecom Mobile.

“Mobile Broadband allows you to connect remotely to your email and the Internet as fast as a fixed line Broadband connection. It makes remote working really work.

“If the response in the provinces and towns is anything like we’ve had from the main centres we will see strong uptake from New Zealanders enjoying the benefits of Mobile Broadband by Christmas 2005.”

As part of its latest 3G development, Telecom will also expand existing coverage in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

“In many cases this will effectively double the coverage in the main centres while at the same time supporting our nationwide rollout to main towns and cities.”