27 October, 2016
Taupo Bay gets better access to fast data services
Beach goers, holiday makers, and residents in the Taupo Bay area will now able to take advantage of better connectivity
with their mobile phones thanks to Spark switching on its service on the Government’s Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI)
cell tower.
From October 25, Spark will be delivering 3G and 4G on the 700 MHz spectrum to the popular beach spot, to improve mobile
services.
Spark’s Northland Regional Lead Tim Robinsonsays, “We’re giving our Northland customers living in the Taupo Bay area
better access to mobile services so they can stay connected with family and friends. 4G makes it even easier for people
to share, upload and download content faster and more reliably than ever before”.
Spark’s 4G coverage across Taupo Bay uses the 700MHz radio spectrum, which means customers who have previously
experienced slow internet speeds on a fixed line may now be able to sign up to Spark’s Wireless Broadband service or
Spark Jump.
“4G on the 700MHz spectrum is ideal for rural residents as the signal can travel further from the cell tower than other
frequencies.
Our Wireless Broadband product uses the 4G mobile network and allows customers fast, reliable, and affordable internet
access. This is the key for people who currently lack access to an adequate internet service,” said Mr Robinson.
Customers interested in learning more about Spark Wireless Broadband can go to
http://www.spark.co.nz/shop/internet/wirelessbroadband/
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