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ACMA probes 1.5GHz for spectrum shortfall

ACMA probes 1.5GHz for spectrum shortfall

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has taken a step towards addressing what it thinks will be a 300MHz shortfall in spectrum for mobile services by 2020, releasing a discussion paper on the usage of 1.5GHz spectrum for mobile.

May 17th, 2012 in Mobile Phones by Suzanne Tindal 3 Comments Vote
Google, Apple dodge proposed content watchdog

Google, Apple dodge proposed content watchdog

A new content regulator, proposed by the Convergence Review, would not oversee Apple, Google or Telstra at current Australian audience and revenue levels, the final report has confirmed.

April 30th, 2012 in Government by Josh Taylor Comment Vote
Telco consumer code lacking: ACMA

Telco consumer code lacking: ACMA

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) will formally consider the new Telecommunications Consumer Protection (TCP) code at a meeting tomorrow, but has indicated that more work needs to be done to meet its expectations.

April 18th, 2012 in Telcos by Josh Taylor 1 Comment Vote
Optus calls for 4G spectrum auction clarity

Optus calls for 4G spectrum auction clarity

Optus has called on the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to provide definite dates for the auction of the 700MHz spectrum band and the availability of that spectrum for use in long-term evolution (LTE) networks.

April 13th, 2012 in Telcos by Josh Taylor 2 Comments Vote
NBN Co quiet on AAPT spectrum buy

NBN Co quiet on AAPT spectrum buy

NBN Co has quietly picked up 850MHz of spectrum from AAPT in the 28GHz spectrum band for its satellite service, but the company has refused to reveal how much it paid.

April 11th, 2012 in NBN by Josh Taylor 100 Comments 11 Votes
Conroy sets spectrum renewal prices

Conroy sets spectrum renewal prices

Communications Minister Stephen Conroy has directed the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to adopt the prices suggested in an analyst report for 800MHz and 1800GHz spectrum renewal. The sale is set to bring in $3 billion in government revenue over the next four years.

February 10th, 2012 in Telcos by Josh Taylor Comment Vote
Nokia connecting people to SMS spam

Nokia connecting people to SMS spam

Nokia has vowed to improve its SMS marketing systems after it was found to be breaching the Spam Act for "tips" sent to customers.

January 24th, 2012 in Nokia by Josh Taylor Comment Vote
The ACMA's year of spectrum

The ACMA's year of spectrum

As most people go about their daily lives talking on their mobile phones and downloading the latest apps, they will be blissfully unaware that telcos are preparing to fork out billions of dollars for spectrum just to keep up everyone connected and downloading at faster speeds.

January 12th, 2012 in Telcos by Josh Taylor 2 Comments 1 Vote
Vodafone reins in telemarketers

Vodafone reins in telemarketers

Vodafone Hutchison Australia has agreed to tighter controls over its telemarketers after an Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) investigation found it had breached Do Not Call Register rules.

January 10th, 2012 in Telcos by Josh Taylor 2 Comments Vote
Vodafone relapse will lead to fines: ACMA

Vodafone relapse will lead to fines: ACMA

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued two directions to Vodafone for failing to comply with the Telecommunications Consumer Protection (TCP) Code over its highly publicised network issues a year ago, warning the company that it may face a $250,000 fine.

December 21st, 2011 in Telcos by Josh Taylor 6 Comments 1 Vote

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Currently about 50% of connections are at the 100Mb/s rate.
As a consequence, ARPU is significantly higher than the projected figures.

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Currently about 50% of connections are at the 100Mb/s rate.
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What else can you expect from a Dodo customer?

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13 hours ago by Beta on NBN users opt for 100Mbps

Not you obviously ;-)

And stop giving yourself thumbs up FFS.

13 hours ago by Beta on NBN users opt for 100Mbps

Ok Beta, understand now, just one point who sets the standard?

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Oh no Beta you misunderstand me. I like my waterfront home and deep water jetty, it's those "other" people who can move to Willunga.

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