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Vodafone awards four small Irish businesses display advertising at the Aviva Stadium for the Autumn International Series games

Vodafone Business has announced the winners of its ‘Your Business Can’ competition. These four small Irish businesses, SOS Cookies from Limerick, The Farmhouse.ie from Longford, and Dublin-based JANDO and Lotts & Co. have been awarded an unparalleled opportunity to advertise their brands at the iconic Aviva Stadium during the Autumn International Series. With over 50,000 fans attending events and broadcasts reaching both local and international audiences on channels like RTE and TNT Sports, this prize offers these small businesses a significant leap in global visibility.

The competition, now in its fourth year, is worth over €25,000 in media value per winner. JANDO’s brand will light up the Ireland vs. New Zealand on 8th November, while Lotts & Co. will shine during the clash with Argentina the following week. The Farmhouse.ie will feature as Ireland take on Fiji and SOS Cookies will close out the series at the Australia game on 30th November.

The prize will see JANDO, Lotts & Co., The Farmhouse.ie and SOS Cookies branding flash up on perimeter advertising boards which line the pitch throughout each game. Studio time for each winner to design their creative advert was included in the prize. Adding a personal touch, JANDO, who have built their business on their creative flair, took the opportunity to design their own unique in-stadium branding.

JANDO, based in Dublin 1, founded by Wicklow couple Julie and Owen, is known for its striking and vibrant, architectural landmark-themed art prints which are sold online and in their studio.

Lotts & Co. is owned by John Byrne, brothers Barry and Paul McNerney and run by Managing Director Rory English. From their three locations in Dublin—Clontarf, Terenure, and Beggars Bush—they offer a range of high-quality, chef-prepared meals, fresh produce, and gourmet groceries, both in-store and online. In addition, they provide catering services and gifting hampers.

Family run, The Farmhouse.ie is based in Abbeyshrule Co.Longford and is run by Pat and Fiona McCormack, with the help of their two children. The Farmhouse.ie produce honey and pure beeswax candles from their farm which is home to over 1 million native bees in the summer. They specialise in locally sourced produce which they sell both online and in store.

SOS Cookies, founded by Sarah O’Sullivan from Ballysheed in Limerick, started as a passion project over the pandemic and is now on track to produce over 700,000 cookies to meet the demand of online customers and its three stores nationwide including its primary location in the Milk Market, Limerick and pop up stores in Dundrum Shopping Centre and Arnott’s in Dublin.

Vodafone Ireland has been the main sponsor of the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) since 2016. As part of this sponsorship, Vodafone shares a number of exclusive benefits with its customers, allowing them to feel part of the #TeamOfUs.This competition along with practical supports like V-Hub, a free digital support service offering tailored advice to help businesses navigate their digital transformation journey, are just some of the ways Vodafone is supporting small businesses just like JANDO, Lotts & Co, The Farmhouse.ie and SOS Cookies.

Julie McLoughlin, Cofounder at JANDO said: ‘’Winning this prize is a dream come true. The exposure it provides our brand is priceless, and the chance to create our own artwork for the stadium is truly incredible. We cannot wait to see it on match day.’’

Rory English, Managing Director of Lotts & Co said: “Having our brand showcased in the Aviva Stadium, close to our stores, is a huge milestone. This exposure will boost our visibility and customer engagement, especially as we gear up for the busy Christmas season.”

Pat McCormack, Cofounder at The Farmhouse.ie said: ‘’Winning this competition means a lot to our family business. Seeing our brand featured in the stadium is a wonderful opportunity, and we’re really excited to see our advertising on match day.’’

Sarah O’Sullivan, Founder & CEO of SOS Cookies said: ‘’As a Limerick founded business that has seen rapid expansion online and through pop up stores in Dublin, it is fantastic to get this brand visibility on an international stage.’’

Amanda Nelson, CEO at Vodafone Ireland said: ‘’We are really proud to champion and support businesses just like JANDO, Lotts & Co., The Farmhouse.ie and SOS Cookies as we know they play a crucial role in driving economic growth and creating employment all over Ireland. They have all embraced the benefits of digital transformation, meaning they can truly benefit from the global exposure this prize offers. It is fantastic to share the benefits of our sponsorship with passionate businesses like Julie, Owen, John, Barry , Paul,  Rory, Pat, Fiona and Sarah.’’

Vodafone, first telco to sign Corporate Power Purchase Agreement in Ireland

Vodafone Ireland has signed a new Corporate Power Purchasing Agreement (CPPA) with energy supplier Flogas, along with its infrastructure partner Vantage Towers.

This agreement allows Vodafone to directly purchase renewable electricity from the Derrynadivva Wind Farm located in Mayo. Vodafone is the first telco in Ireland to sign a CPPA.

The investment of €6million is part of the company’s sustainability goals to achieve net zero across its full value chain by 2040. Combined with other agreements Vodafone has in place, 100% of its Irish operations are matched with certificates of renewable energy sources in Ireland.

The energy secured within this agreement gives Vodafone access to clean, high quality and affordable renewable electricity for its extensive network of cables that deliver mobile and fixed services to customers across Ireland. As part of this agreement, the company’s infrastructure partners, Vantage Towers will also receive renewable energy from the Derrynadivva Wind Farm.

Amanda Nelson, CEO at Vodafone Ireland said: “We are proud of the steps we’re taking to not only support our customers to be greener but also green our own operations. Today’s announcement is an investment in Ireland and its renewable energy industry. This is a significant step towards our own ambitious net zero targets.’’

Brian McHugh, Managing Director at Vantage Towers Ireland said: “Vantage Towers’ infrastructure network is totally powered by renewable energy, in line with our global ESG agenda. Sustainability is a necessity, and this agreement with Flogas is a further commitment to minimizing the impact of our business on the environment, and a continued investment in Ireland’s natural generating capability.’’

 Pat Brett, Director at Derrynadivva Wind Farm Ltd said: “We are thrilled that Derrynadivva Wind Farm in Co Mayo continues to play a pivotal role in Ireland’s transition to a sustainable energy future. By delivering clean, renewable wind energy to some of the nation’s largest companies, we are not only helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but also supporting these businesses in their commitment to more efficient and responsible energy consumption.”

 James Temple, Renewables Manager at Flogas, said: “The CPPA with Vodafone Ireland underscores the accelerating commitment of Irish companies to increase their use of carbon-free energy and lead in renewable energy adoption. As a leading provider of clean energy CPPAs, Flogas is dedicated to enhancing the economic feasibility of renewable projects and advancing Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon economy.”

Vodafone’s sustainability strategy also focuses on reducing its energy consumption. In Ireland, the company uses an Intelligent Energy Management System. This is a system in which a machine learning algorithm across the 4G network analyses traffic patterns in real-time, allowing Vodafone reduce congestion and ultimately reduce energy consumption by 10 to 15%. 

Vodafone Ireland also provides ways for customers be more sustainable including ‘Fix & Go’ for repairs and upgrades to extend the lifecycle of phones, as well as eSIMs which reduce carbon emissions by removing the need to manufacture and ship plastic, and a variety of eco accessories.

In 2022, Vodafone became the first telco in Ireland to offer a device trade-in service which has been very well received by customers, with over 35,000 devices returned to Vodafone to date. The initiative offers customers up to €400 for old smartphone devices which customers can use as store credit towards the purchase of a new device or receive payment directly into their bank account. After the device is traded in Vodafone ensures each device is refurbed, recycled or repurposed, as part of our commitment to a circular economy.

Parenting in a Digital World: Vodafone Foundation in Ireland launches parents’ guide to help keep children safe online

The Vodafone Foundation in Ireland has announced the launch of a new guide for parents and guardians which aims to provide resources to ensure children are kept safe in the digital world.

The ’Parenting in a Digital World’ guide has been designed to empower parents and guardians in navigating the complexities of devices and digital safety. It is available for free, both in Vodafone stores nationwide and online at www.vodafone.ie.

The new resource provides practical advice and insights on key topics such as setting up parental controls, building digital resilience and addressing cyberbullying. Recognising the growing concerns around children’s online activities, the Vodafone Foundation has developed this guide to help parents make informed decisions and take proactive steps to protect their children online.

Key Features of the Guide Include:

  • Advice on building digital resilience to help children cope with negative online experiences.
  • Guidance on navigating cyberbullying: How to recognise the signs and what actions to take if a child is a victim.
  • Tools for safe connectivity: Options for basic phones with limited internet access for children.
  • Partnership resources: Information on additional support available through Vodafone’s partnerships with the ISPCC and Dublin City University Anti-Bullying Centre.
  • Step-by-Step instructions on how to use parental controls and the Vodafone Secure Net app to manage a child’s online experience.

Speaking about the new parents’ guide, Head of the Vodafone Foundation, Liz Roche said: “Connectivity brings many benefits. Yet, we know that the decision as to when a child is ready to access the digital world on their own devices can be a difficult one.

Our parents’ guide is designed to make it easier for parents and guardians to manage their child’s online activities while fostering a safe and positive digital environment. Whether it’s understanding the importance of digital resilience for their child or learning how to set up parental controls, this guide has everything parents need to feel confident about their child’s online safety.”

ISPCC Childline Chief Executive John Church said “ISPCC is delighted to support the Vodafone Foundation in Ireland as it launches this timely guide for parents to keep their children safe online.

The online landscape is ever-changing, and that’s a scary prospect for even the most tech-savvy of parents. The pressure on young people is ever present. This guide will be an extremely useful resource for parents wanting to equip their children with the necessary skills to navigate the online world safely.

At the ISPCC we are proud to partner with the Vodafone Foundation as we strive to support parents to ensure that children and young people have positive experiences online.”

The Tozi app – An additional online resource for children:

The Vodafone Foundation has also reminded parents and guardians that among the resources available to them is the Tozi App which helps children understand the impact their digital lives may be having on their mental wellbeing.

In partnership with Dublin City University’s Anti-Bullying Centre and the ISPCC, the Tozi App offers support for children and young people by educating them on how to be safe and well online, while offering instant support if they need it. The Tozi app is available for free download and usage from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

The Vodafone ‘Parenting in a Digital World’ guide is available to download here: V5128K09627_VF_OnlineSafety_A5_WEB.pdf (vodafone.ie)

For more information, visit www.vodafone.ie or drop by your nearest Vodafone store.

Get the latest exclusive trade-in deals and limited time offers at Vodafone Ireland this Black Friday and Christmas

This Black Friday, Vodafone Ireland is giving customers a €100 trade in boost towards the value of a new phone when you trade in an older mobile device. Black Friday trade-in offers are available in store and online* and the value of the traded device can be greater or less than the new handset price. 

Unmissable offers this Christmas 

Kickstart your Christmas shopping early by taking advantage of the incredible offers from Vodafone Ireland. Available from 1st November, unmissable discounts across devices and accessories will help you find the perfect gift at even better prices.  

Ahead of Black Friday, New bill pay customers can avail of up to €250 off selected handsets when they switch to a RED Unlimited or RED Unlimited Max plan, and €150 off handsets when switching to RED Lite. Pay as you go customers who switch to Vodafone Data unlimited 5G will also receive €20 free credit and will also get up to €150 off top 5G phones! They’ll also get €50 off all phones over €99.99. 

Products are available in select Vodafone stores nationwide as well as online at www.vodafone.ie. 

Pay as You Go Handsets: 

Xiaomi Redmi 12 Pro 5G 

The Xiaomi Redmi 12 Pro 5G has a flagship IMX766 camera with OIS which allows more light to be captured, bringing extensive quality improvements so your pictures stand out, no matter if it’s day or night. It has 67W turbo charging and a 120Hz AMOLED display which combines increased brightness and a greater range of colours and higher contrast for a vivid viewing experience. Dolby Vision® with HDR10+ brings you unbeatable picture quality and dual speakers so you can enjoy theatre-level viewing in the palm of your hand anywhere, anytime. 

Offer: Get €150 off the Xiaomi Redmi 12 Pro 5G when you switch to Vodafone Pay as you go and receive free GWP Redmi Buds 4 (white) (1st November 2023 – 05 January 2024) 

 

Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G 

 

Offer: Get €150 off the Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G when you switch to Vodafone Pay as you go (1st November 2023 – 05 January 2024) 

The Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G has powerful Snapdragon® performance with a large 90Hz FHD+ display and 50MP Al dual camera. Its minimalist design and 6.79” FHD+ DotDisplay screen are perfect for streaming content, and its 5000 mAh battery is long-lasting.  

Samsung A14 5G 

 

Offer: Get up to €150 off when you switch to Vodafone Pay as you go (1st November – 5th January 2024) (€100 off A14 5G) 

Awesome screen, awesome camera and awesome battery. The Galaxy A14 5G comes equipped with a large, vivid Full HD+ display to level up your viewing experience. Upgrade your photos with a 50MP rear lens camera and take your selfies to the next level with an upgraded 13 MP front camera. Teamed with a 5,000mAh battery to last you two days, the Galaxy A14 5G makes your everyday mobile experiences more special.  

All Pay as you go Customers: 

Pay as you Go customers can avail of €50 off any phone over €99.99 between the 1st of November 2023 and 5th of January 2024, as well as €20 free credit when they switch to Vodafone Data unlimited 5G (15th November – 5th January 2024). 

Bill Pay Handsets: 

iPhone 15 (pink) 

 

Offer: Save €250 when you switch to RED Unlimited, which makes the phone just €99.99 for new customers (1st November 2023 – 05 January 2024)  

The iPhone 15 is powered by an A16 Bionic chip, with a 48MP main camera for super high-resolution photos and next generation photos. More detail and richer colour make dramatic difference in your portrait photos, with the ability to tap to shift focus between subjects, even after you take the shot. Its all-day battery life gives you up to 20 hours video playback. 

Galaxy S23 (green) 

 

 

Offer: Save €250 when you switch to RED Unlimited, which makes the phone free for new customers (1st November 2023 – 05 January 2024) 

Get ready to be nominated ‘group’ photographer amongst your friends. With the power of a Pro-Grade Camera, the Galaxy S23 comes packed with a 50MP, plus AI-powered Nightography, for bright and sharp photos, day or night. Powered by the latest generation of Qualcomm Snapdragon® Gen 2 Processor, the Galaxy S23 will take your multitasking, gaming and photography to the next level. And a worry-free battery to power you through.  

Galaxy S21 FE  

 

Offer: Save €250 when you switch to RED Lite, which makes the phone free for new customers (1st November 2023 – 05 January 2024) 

The new Fan Edition: made to turn heads. When it comes to making every single day count, you need the right kit. Meet Samsung Galaxy S21 FE – built for the bold. With a 32MP front-facing camera, Portrait Mode, Night Mode, and Director’s View, supercharging your socials with selfies and stories has never been easier – or looked so good. A powerful processor means you can enjoy super smooth scrolling, all day long. And a massive AI-powered battery, Galaxy S21 FE will keep going hour after hour on just one charge. Get ready to do even more. 

All Bill pay Customers: 

Bill pay customers can avail of €200 off all handsets (outside of the hero handsets) when they switch to RED Unlimited or RED Unlimited Max ((1st November 2023 – 05 January 2024), and €150 off all handsets when you switch to RED Lite ((1st November 2023 – 05 January 2024). 

Accessories for €100 and under: 

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE offer: €99, save €60 

 

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 White offer: €99, save €60 

 

 

Philips NeoPix 110 Projector (Black) offer: €129 

 

For more information go to www.vodafone.ie.  

*Offer available in store and online. In store customers can trade in any smartphone that meets the trade in criteria. Online customers must trade in an eligible handset. Full list can be found at Vodafone.ie/terms  

Virgin Media announces wholesale deal with Vodafone Ireland

Virgin Media Ireland and Vodafone Ireland have today agreed a wholesale network access deal, which will see Vodafone offering their customers fixed line broadband services using Virgin Media’s superfast fibre broadband network.

The Virgin Media network passes 1 million premises across Ireland, offering broadband speeds of 1Gbps (gigabits per second). Virgin Media’s ongoing €200m network upgrade to full fibre over the next three years will support speeds up to 10Gbps. Virgin Media has already upgraded over 150,000 premises to fibre across the Virgin network.

Through this new wholesale network access agreement between the companies, Vodafone’s customers will now have more choice and will be able to avail of Virgin Media’s expanding Fibre network.

Tony Hanway, Chief Executive of Virgin Media Ireland said, “We’re very pleased to provide network access opportunities to other operators for the first time and we welcome Vodafone as our first wholesale network partner. It’s all systems go as we continue to expand our network nationally and bring ultrafast fibre connectivity to over 240,000 homes by the end of 2022, and over 1 million homes by 2025. Our entry into the wholesale market will support more competition while improving service delivery for consumers, businesses and communities across Ireland.”

Amanda Nelson, CEO of Vodafone Ireland said, “As Ireland’s largest Fibre to the Home market provider in Ireland, and the fastest growing broadband provider over the last 12 months, we are always looking for new and innovative ways to bring the best products and solutions to our customers. Our new broadband partnership with Virgin Media means Vodafone customers will be able to avail of their Fibre to the Premise network, as they continue to upgrade to fibre around the country. Having recently celebrated 21 years in Ireland, we are looking forward to supporting our customers and businesses across the country long into the future, ensuring balanced regional development and a resilient and strengthened economy. Partnerships such as this, demonstrate our continued focus on our significant network investment strategy, as we look to continually upgrade and refresh our capabilities in Ireland.”

CyberSmart Partners with Vodafone Ireland to Enable Secure Connectivity for SMEs

CyberSmart, a UK leader in simple and accessible automated cybersecurity technology for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), has today announced its strategic partnership with Vodafone Ireland. Following the launch of productivity solutions including Office 365 and AppHelp by Vodafone, this initiative to bolster cybersecurity defences serves as a natural progression to equip SMEs for successful, secure ways of working in today’s digital age. The move also represents CyberSmart’s debut on the European market, marking a significant step for the company toward global expansion.

A recent study published in October 2021 found that over half of Irish small businesses have paid a ransom demand, averaging at €22,712. In fact, a majority (57%) have also created a cryptocurrency reserve in case they are needed to pay a ransom. Yet, in spite of this general awareness of cyber threats and anticipation of ransom demands, only 39% of SMEs in Ireland believe they are well-protected from attacks. Through CyberSmart’s platform, Vodafone will help businesses to change the narrative and prevent them from falling victim to cybercriminals.

With little to no IT expertise required, CyberSmart’s technology continuously assesses all laptops, mobiles and tablets against best practices, and recommends fixes to reduce cyber risk – regardless of the network a device operates on, whether it is company or employee-owned, while home or remote working. They offer a trust seal to demonstrate the business’ commitment and compliance with said best practices. CyberSmart also provides SMEs with digital security training for all staff and a GDPR compliant data protection policy.

Managing Director of Vodafone Business in Ireland, Sinead Bryan said: “Vodafone is committed to providing essential connectivity solutions to Irish SMEs. This new automated security service and partnership with CyberSmart further enables us to safeguard our SME customers, support them on their digital transformation journey and protect them from the ever-growing cyber threat environment”

“Since inception, CyberSmart’s primary objective has been to empower SMEs to take back control of their cybersecurity. Our technology is affordable, straightforward to implement, but most importantly, easy to use. SMEs are under-attack and underserved – we’re looking forward to supporting the tens of thousands of Irish SMEs that fend off cyberattacks on a daily basis.” said Jamie Akhtar, CEO and co-founder of CyberSmart. “We are thrilled to be working alongside Vodafone Ireland, whose vision very closely aligns with ours. The world has gone digital in the last couple of years, and we’re here to make sure SMEs can stay resilient and secure online.”

Switch it up this Summer and Save €100 on a Range of 5G Handsets with Vodafone Ireland

To celebrate the most anticipated summer in years, Vodafone Ireland is offering €100 off a range of fantastic 5G-enabled handsets, including the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G and Oppo A54 5G, for new customers when they switch to Vodafone Pay As You Go from 1st June to 18th July 2022.

With handsets starting from as low as €69.99, customers can feel the connection this summer and capture great moments, from holiday adventures to the exciting return of music festivals, with a 5G plan that keeps up with them. Available for just €30 per month, new customers can switch to Vodafone’s Unlimited 5G Pay As You Go plan which includes unlimited 5G data, calls and texts.

Included in the promotion are a wide range of handsets offering excellent value such as the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G (was €199.99, now €99.99), Oppo A54 5G (was €229.99, now €129.99), TCL 20R 5G (was €169.99, now €69.99) and Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G (was €199.99, now €99.99).

All handsets are 5G-enabled, meaning greater speeds while customers are on the go, greater network capacity to stay connected while in a crowd, be it at a concert, match or busy area and faster streaming so you never need to miss a second of your favourite TV show or have a video call to a friend lag.

To find out more on these exclusive offers, visit www.vodafone.ie.

  • Nokia G50 5G (was €199.99, now €99.99)
  • TCL 20R 5G (was €169.99, now €69.99)
  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G (was €199.99, now €99.99)
  • Oppo A54 5G (was €229.99, now €129.99)
  • Samsung A22 5G (was €199.99, now €99.99)

The Nokia 2.1 officially on sale in Ireland #Nokia #TescoMobile #Vodafone #Ireland

The all new Nokia 2.1 has dropped into Tesco Mobile not long after they introduced the Nokia 8110 4G which is now their third Nokia device in their handset portfolio. The 2.1 which is following the naming scheme HMD GLOBAL are using is an upgrade to last years Nokia 2 so this might confuse some although Tesco never sold the Nokia 2 but its widely available for around €79.99

Key specs

  • 5.5″ Display
  • 8MP Rear Camera
  • 8GB Internal Memory
  • Up to 128GB External Memory
  • 4000mAh Battery

Vodafone also have listed the device coming in cheaper again at €99.99 which would be ideal for those on the network. The Nokia 2.1 does offer great value for money with a huge screen and a boastfull 4000 mAh battery life which will easily see you two days or average use.

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Vodafone Ireland confirm the Lumia 530 this Quarter #Nokia #Lumia #Ireland

The Nokia Lumia 530 is the next budget phone to soon hit the Irish stores and its expected to land this month,if not next month.

The budget handset will be a nice device for those who are venturing onto a smartphone for the first time,with an estimated price of €89-€99

We reached out to them today on Twitter and they confirmed the good news.

No prices or exact date is available just yet.

This is good news for those who anticipate the latest budget handset which is a lilttle powerhouse considered the cost.

 

 

Stay tuned for more..