Martin Kovacs is a freelance writer with experience covering the business, consumer technology and utilities sectors. Martin has written about a wide range of topics across both print and digital publications, including the manner in which industry continues to adapt and evolve amid the rollout of new technologies
Posted by September 7th 2018
Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) “unbundling” has been in the news of late – and, as rollout of the fibre network continues around New Zealand, consumers may be wondering what this will ultimately mean when it comes …
Posted by August 30th 2018
The number of New Zealand households with electricity smart meters has risen steadily over the past few years, paving the way for an evolving suite of retailer digital services and new types of tariffs, and …
Posted by November 12th 2018
Solar system installations have been on the rise in recent years as more and more New Zealanders seek to tap into the power of the sun. Beyond installation, however, it is important to proactively manage …
Posted by September 13th 2018
Energy efficiency should, of course, be a priority for households seeking to drive down their electricity costs, and using energy efficient products, along with paying particular attention to patterns of usage, will assist in reducing …
Posted by November 12th 2018
From generation to transmission to distribution and retail, the New Zealand electricity sector can be broadly broken down into four interconnected categories, all of which combine to keep power supply flowing to households and businesses …
Posted by November 12th 2018
Signing up for a fixed-term electricity contract might not be an option for renters, but there are a range of choices available that provide for flexibility.
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Firmly entrenched in the age of the smartphone, and amid the continued evolution of the Internet of Things (IoT), the fast-approaching rollout of 5G wireless networks is poised to usher in the next phase of …
Posted by March 9th 2018
It may yet still be early days as far as the residential battery storage market is concerned, however 2018 is shaping to be a year of growth for the industry, as the technology continues to …
Posted by August 23rd 2018
Samsung has unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, which will soon be finding their way onto retailer shelves, equipped with a range of camera-focused features, and with the emphasis firmly …
Posted by September 13th 2018
The costs of running household appliances can quickly add up, however Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) figures released towards the end of last year show that New Zealanders are benefiting by seeking out energy …