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Reliance Jio has launched JioRail app for JioPhone and JioPhone 2 users on the JioStore. The app lets you book or cancel train tickets, view train ticket history and also check PNR status. The app has minimal options, unlike the Android version of the app, and requires you to login using 4G or sign-in using your Jio account for verification.
Do you want to check your Airtel Internet Balance? Do you know how much 4G data you have? We have used certain numbers that start with * (Star) and ends with # (hash) to check our remaining data, Balance, offers and other services.
The specific number or code is called USSD a.k.a ‘Unstructured Supplementary Service Data’. Referred to as Quick codes, this acts as a platform for mobile phone and computer software of a service provider companies for sending and receiving text messages.
Notably, the USSD messages are up to 182 alphanumeric characters long. A typical USSD message starts with an asterisk (*) symbol followed by digits that comprise commands or data. Then it is terminated by a hash symbol (#). In some cases, the in-between commands or data might get separated by additional asterisks. Continue reading “Airtel USSD Codes – Complete Updated List to Check Balance, Plan and more”
Last year Reliance Jio launched the most affordable Rs. 49 pack with free voice calls, 28 days validity for JioPhone users in addition to Rs. 99 and Rs. 153 packs. Today the company has launched new long validity prepaid plans Rs. 594 and Rs. 297 for JioPhone users. Continue reading “Reliance Jio launches Rs. 594 and Rs. 297 long validity prepaid plans for JioPhone users”
Airtel today announced that it has deployed 900 Mhz (LTE 900) spectrum band in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to significantly enhance the network experience for smartphone customers. In addition to high speed data capacity and wider availability, 900 Mhz spectrum will offer improved 4G availability inside buildings – homes, offices and malls. Continue reading “Airtel deploys LTE 900 technology to enhance indoor network coverage in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana”
In a move to tackle Jio, Airtel has launched a new long-term recharge plan for its prepaid users in India. Under this package, users get unlimited calling, 1GB data per day, and SMS benefits like the rest of the combo packages for 365 days. Continue reading “Airtel launches Rs. 1699 package with 1GB data per day, unlimited calling with 365 days validity”
BSNL has launched the Bharat fiber to the home service where it will offer 35GB data per day at as low as Rs.1.1 per GB and speeds of up to 100Mbps to take on Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. This move comes at a time where Jio is expanding its GigaFiber to over 1400 cities in the country before official roll out. Continue reading “BSNL Bharat Fiber broadband home service at Rs 1.1 per GB launched”
Reliance Jio has reported Rs. 10,383 crore revenue, up 12.4% QoQ and 50.9 YoY and a net profit of 831 crore, up 22.1% QoQ and 65% YoY for its sixth quarterly financial performance for the period that ended 31st December, 2018. Jio reported Standalone earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of 4,053 crore, up 13.4% QoQ, EBITDA margin of 39%, and Standalone earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) of 2,369 crore, up 16% QoQ .
Airtel today launched 4G services in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, making it the first mobile operator to launch 4G services in the island. This popular tourist destination will also allow visitors be access seamless 4G connectivity. Airtel 4G services will be available in Port Blair to begin with and will be gradually expanded to other parts of the islands. Continue reading “Airtel becomes the first operator to launch 4G services in Andaman and Nicobar Islands”
Airtel has announced initiatives to offer a digital Kumbh Mela 2019 experience to its customers. This includes Dedicated Kiosks at the Mela to offer Virtual Reality experience to visiting devotees, Dedicated channel on Airtel TV app to stream Kumbh Mela 2019 proceedings for those unable to visit the Kumbh and deployment of pre-5G Massive MIMO network technology at the venue to offer seamless high speed network experience.
Reliance Jio today launched Kumbh JioPhone, a unique and differentiated offering for pilgrims of Kumbh, the largest human congregation in the world, with over 130 Mn pilgrims taking a holy dip over 55 days. These offerings will enrich the spiritual experience of millions of pilgrims during the divine holy dip, says the company. It is also offering live telecast of Kumbh events and programs on JioTV and daily Kumbh Quiz to win prizes.
Apple’s AirPower has no trace of launching anytime soon, but third-party vendors consistently launching their own AirPower like charging pads for Apple products. New to join the list is the AT&T’s multipurpose Power Drum that has surfaced on the FCC. Continue reading “AT&T Power Drum wireless charging accessory for Apple Watch, iPhone passes through the FCC”
Last year Reliance Jio launched Happy New Year plans, this year the company has introduced Happy New Year offer that gives both pre-paid and post-paid users 100% cashback in the form of AJIO voucher on recharge opting for Rs.399 recharge on Jio app or website.
Continue reading “Reliance Jio Happy New Year offer launched – 100% cashback on recharge of Rs. 399”
JioCinema, Jio’s digital app and Disney India have partnered to bring Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Lucas film to Jio users across age groups. The app now has dedicated Disney branded section on the homepage with content spanning across movies, animation, series and shorts. Continue reading “Disney Classics, Pixar animation, movies from Marvel and Star Wars now available on JioCinema”
Samsung’s S10-series is set to be announced in February. With the launch inching closer, there are still so many details that we aren’t aware of. We hear the company is working on bringing a 5G variant in the U.S., Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensors for the first time, in-display fingerprint sensors, and even display cutouts in the devices. Continue reading “Samsung said to be working on ‘Bolt’ 5G smartphone with 3D ToF sensor for Verizon”
Reliance Jio Infocomm is said to be working with partners to bring in affordable Android smartphones with large-screens that can cater to the large mass of customers. Jio is in talks with US contract manufacturer Flex for locally producing about 100 million smartphones Jio seeks to rapidly enhance its market share by signing on a majority of those now using feature phones. Continue reading “Reliance Jio said to be in talks with partners to launch affordable large-screen smartphones”
