Black + White Mobile


Black+White was a New Zealand mobile virtual network operator which used Vodafone New Zealand's GSM.
When the company was operational, their handsets were compatible with the Vodafone network and some may also be compatible with Spark's network. The handsets are similar to Vodafone's handset range but are sold at different prices. Although they operate on Vodafone's network, Black+White use their own mobile numbers with the 028 prefix at the beginning of the mobile number.

Pricing, roaming and plans

Black+White was established in October 2008 by a former Telecom executive. It aimed to offer New Zealand mobile consumers cheaper rates and mobile phones at near wholesale prices. They offer number portability like all other phone networks in New Zealand. With Black+White "you can roam on up to 231 networks in over 120 different countries".
Black+White's products are targeted at the small business sector.
Black+White was acquired by M2, but is no longer operational.