Category: Operators

Roundup of all the Telecom providers and Operators

Airtel vs BSNL vs Tata Docomo 3G Tariffs Comparison

We decided to compare the 3G Tariffs from Airtel , BSNL and Tata Docomo in the Bangalore,  Karnataka Circle. This circle was chosen because it is the only circle maximum Operators are offering 3G as of today.

Reliance was not included because it has launched 3G in this circle.This comparison only takes into account the Prepaid tariffs and our main focus is on the Data Usage charges. We have included Video Calling charges too. We have omitted the basic cost such as the SIM procurement charges. Continue reading “Airtel vs BSNL vs Tata Docomo 3G Tariffs Comparison”

Airtel 3G launched in Chennai & Coimbatore !

Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecom service provider has today launched their 3G services in two of Tamilnadu’s major cities Chennai and Coimbatore. FoneArena was present at the launch event today. Cinestar and Airtel’s Brand Ambassador Karthi Shivakumar was present at the event, and was one of the first persons to try out Airtel’s 3G video calling. Continue reading “Airtel 3G launched in Chennai & Coimbatore !”

Aircel launches Huawei IDEOS in India with Android 2.2 at Rs.8499

Yet another Android handset under Rs.10000 ! Aircel is launching the Huawei IDEOS running Android 2.2 in India for Rs.8499 as an introductory offer ! Continue reading “Aircel launches Huawei IDEOS in India with Android 2.2 at Rs.8499”

Airtel 3G finally launches , in Karnataka


Airtel has finally launched it’s 3G services and decided to launch it in an event in Bangalore as we reported earlier.The main reason Airtel launched 3G first in Karnataka is because this circle is Airtel’s largest circle by revenue market share. The company plans to launch 3G services in all the 13 circles it won a license by March 2011
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LG Optimus 2X now available for free via Vodafone UK

LG Optimus 2X was launched by LG last month, and it’s the first phone to come with Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, and there is no doubt in it that it’s a very powerful phone. A few days back, we told you that UK retailer eXpansys is carrying the LG Optimus 2X for £499 Sim-Free. Continue reading “LG Optimus 2X now available for free via Vodafone UK”

POLL : Will you leave your current Mobile Operator using MNP ?

Since you might be hearing a lot about MNP and that you can divorce your current mobile operator for any reason. Will you go ahead and cut all your ties with your current operator ? Let us know in our poll below.

You can also find our Guide to MNP offers if you are tempted to take the plunge !

Complete Guide to MNP Offers in India


We told you that Mobile Number Portability aka MNP has gone live in India today and we have compiled a list of offers from all major mobile operators.

BSNL

BSNL waives off Port-in charges, Also they are giving away 32K SIM free of cost. In case of specific demand for other SIMs, actual SIM price will be charged.

Continue reading “Complete Guide to MNP Offers in India”

Sprint smartphone data rate increases, value remains

As many of you have already read Sprint yesterday announced that they were increasing their smartphone data plans by $10 a month. If you were browsing headlines you immediately assumed this was a bad thing, more equals less for your money right? Sprint has an added value for their customers in that they offer one of the only truly unlimited data plans on the market. Even T-Mobile, which is known for affordable data plans, limits your bandwidth once you exceed the fair use policy. By adding an extra $10 for the new premium data you still save money when compared to others which can charge up to $29.99 on top of your talk minutes. Not only are the “Everything Data” plans cheaper but they actually offer unlimited data, not capped at the 2GB or 5GB limit like other carriers. For the average consumer this means you can use your phone without worrying about going over your allocated data limit, accruing large fees in the process .Nobody likes it when prices increase however when you stack it up against the competition I think you will see that the increase isn’t a bad thing after all. Below are the facts, you be the judge. Continue reading “Sprint smartphone data rate increases, value remains”

T-Mobile releases new ad targeting the iPhone 4 and its carriers

T-Mobile releases their latest campaign video with “Ms 4G” taking a stab at the iPhone 4 on both the Verizon and AT&T network. Claiming to have to largest and faster 4G network nationwide, T-Mobile clearly identifies that if you fancy an iPhone 4 you aren’t going to be going anywhere fast, at least with 4G.

On January 6, 2011 Philipp Humm made his first public appearance as president and CEO announcing the plans to upgrade the T-Mobile 4G network by doubling the speeds as well as releasing 25 new 4G devices. T-Mobile is clearly making a point that they want to be the leading 4G network with the most devices available to its users. Will “Ms 4G” still be smiling after the other carriers finish their 4G network infrastructure? Watch the video and let us know what you think.

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