Airtel has launched Emergency Alert Service for their customers. This new 24×7 service lets them alert a pre-defined group of up to 10 mobile numbers automatically during emergency. Instead of sending messages to everyone during an emergency, subscribers can SMS SAFE to 55100 to let their loved ones know that they are safe along with their location. You can also SMS HELP to 55100 that will inform them that you need help. Continue reading “Airtel launches Emergency Alert Service”
Category: Operators
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Airtel launches US International Roaming Voice packs for post-paid customers
Airtel has launched 3 new International Roaming Packs for post-paid mobile customers travelling to the United States of America. These packs offer voice calls up to 87% discounted rates for as low as Rs.20 per minute and up to 5 hours of free incoming calls. Continue reading “Airtel launches US International Roaming Voice packs for post-paid customers”
Vodafone Secure Device Manager for Smartphones and Tablets launched for corporates
Vodafone India has launched Secure Device Manager for Smartphones and Tablets for corporates. Vodafone India is the first Indian telecom operator to launch this unique and innovative solution. Since bring Your Own Device (BYOD) concept is picking up pace, Vodafone Secure Device Manager lets the corporates secure the data on smartphones and tablets without compromising the company’s security. Continue reading “Vodafone Secure Device Manager for Smartphones and Tablets launched for corporates”
Aircel Pocket Internet Games Card with unlimited games and 2G data launched
DisneyUTV Digital announced yesterday that they have partnered with EA Mobile to bring games for carriers and OEMs in India. Now, Aircel has launched Aircel Pocket Internet Games card in partnership with DisneyUTV and Electronic Arts (EA). This would let Aircel customers download and play any number of games and play immediately without staying connected. Some of the EA and Disney’s exhaustive gaming title library include, Need for Speed, EA Cricket, FIFA, Medal of Honor, Pirates of Caribbean and more. Continue reading “Aircel Pocket Internet Games Card with unlimited games and 2G data launched”
Airtel introduces free incoming calls to customers in Africa while roaming in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
Airtel has introduced world’s first free intercontinental incoming roaming service that would let the Airtel customers in Africa enjoy free incoming calls while roaming in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. This would be available for Airtel customers in 17 countries across Africa. Airtel introduced local outgoing calls for Indian customers at Re.1/min while roaming in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh earlier this year. Continue reading “Airtel introduces free incoming calls to customers in Africa while roaming in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh”
India 2G spectrum auction ends, Winners announced
The Department of Telecom (DoT) has announced the winners in the 2G auctions in various circles that ended after 14 rounds. Earlier this year, Supreme Court of India cancelled 122 2G licenses issued by the Government on after 10th Jan 2008. At the end of the 2G auction government got bids worth Rs. 9,407.64 crore, much lower than their target revenue of Rs. 40,000 crore. Continue reading “India 2G spectrum auction ends, Winners announced”
Tata DOCOMO launches Full Talk Time offers for Andhra Pradesh customers
Tata DOCOMO has launched 2 new Full Talk Time offers for Andhra Pradesh customers. The RCV 222 and RCV 250 would be available exclusively for old and new prepaid GSM customers across Andhra Pradesh for this Diwali. These plans would let the customers keep connected with their family and friends this Diwali. Continue reading “Tata DOCOMO launches Full Talk Time offers for Andhra Pradesh customers”
Idea launches iRoam International Roaming Voice, Data and SMS packs for postpaid customers
Idea Cellular has introduced iRoam special International Roaming Offer for its postpaid subscribers. This new pack offers up to 75% discount on International Roaming services such as Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, SMS and Data. This is applicable for Idea postpaid subscribers visiting 37 countries including UAE, USA, Singapore, UK, Thailand, China, Germany, France, Switzerland, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Italy and more. This lets the customers make and receive calls and SMS and use Data at nominal cost using their Idea number. Customers can send an SMS from their Idea postpaid number to activate the respective packs. Continue reading “Idea launches iRoam International Roaming Voice, Data and SMS packs for postpaid customers”
Nokia launches Nokia Music Store operator billing on Vodafone in India
Nokia brought Nokia Store Operator billing on Vodafone and Airtel earlier this year, now the operator billing service is available for the Nokia Music Store on Vodafone. The operator billing is available for the Music Store on the Nokia Asha phones that would let the users renew their subscriptions via their Vodafone pre-paid or post-paid account and continue to download unlimited songs and albums from the Nokia Music Store. Nokia already offers subscription purchase via credit cards and vouchers, with this Nokia Music Store becomes the first independent music store in the country to offer integrated operator billing. Continue reading “Nokia launches Nokia Music Store operator billing on Vodafone in India”
Aircel iPhone 5 Plans
Apple iPhone 5 is launching in India today. Aircel has announced their iPhone 5 plans for both the pre-paid and post-paid customers. The pricing for the iPhone 5 in India and the launch date was revealed last week. The iPhone 5 is priced at Rs.45,500 for the 16GB, Rs.52,500 for the 32GB and Rs. 59,500 for the 64GB version. Aircel announced last week that the iPhone 5 would be available with them soon, which is now available for pre-order. Continue reading “Aircel iPhone 5 Plans”
Airtel iPhone 5 Plans
The iPhone 5 is launching in India today. Airtel has announced their iPhone 5 plans for both the pre-paid and post-paid customers in India. The pricing for the iPhone 5 in India and the launch date was revealed last week. The iPhone 5 is priced at Rs.45,500 for the 16GB, Rs.52,500 for the 32GB and Rs. 59,500 for the 64GB version. Airtel started taking pre-orders for the iPhone 5 for the same price and is now available from their Airtel Shop. Continue reading “Airtel iPhone 5 Plans”
Tata Docomo launches Fujitsu F-074 Waterproof Android Smartphone for Rs. 21,900
Tata Docomo has launched Fujitsu F-074 Waterproof Android Smartphone in India. It was unveiled in Japan as ARROWS μ F-07D on NTT Docomo in Japan last year. It has a 4.0-inch (480 × 800 pixels) AMOLED display and is powered by a 1.4 GHz Snapdragon S2 processor. It runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and has a 5MP auto focus camera at the back. It is just 6.7mm thick and weighs 105 grams. Continue reading “Tata Docomo launches Fujitsu F-074 Waterproof Android Smartphone for Rs. 21,900”
Airtel launches Network Experience Centre in Gurgaon
Airtel has launched Network Experience Centre (NEC), first of its kind facility in India. It was inaugurated by Hon’ble Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Shri Kapil Sibal and is based in Manesar (Gurgaon). It would let Airtel monitor their networks spanning across Mobile, DSL Broadband, M-Commerce, DTH, Enterprise Services and International Cables across its India and South Asia from a single location. Continue reading “Airtel launches Network Experience Centre in Gurgaon”
Nokia Lumia 822 announced, coming exclusively to Verizon this fall
Nokia has finally announced the Lumia 822, their new Windows Phone 8 device exclusive for Verizon Wireless. It surfaced earlier this month as Nokia Atlas and has similar features as the 820 including a 4.3-inch (800 x 480 pixels) AMOLED ClearBlack display, 1.5 GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor and Windows Phone 8 OS. Unlike the 820, this phone has a curved design. It would support Verizon’s 4G LTE network.
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Airtel starts taking Pre-Orders for iPhone 5 in India, priced at Rs.45500 for 16GB
Airtel which is one of the leading mobile operators in India has started taking Pre-Orders for the Apple iPhone 5 on its website. Airtel is promoting the iPhone 5 on its homepage and has requested interested customers to pre-order the device. The date of availability is mentioned as November 11th 2012 which is a good 10 days later than the previous November 2nd date we have been hearing from distributors.The prices seem to be exactly the same as what we had heard prior to this.