Roundup of all the Telecom providers and Operators
Tata Group and Bharti Group are finalizing a merger of their direct-to-home (DTH) services, Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV, to counter financial losses as viewers turn to digital streaming. Continue reading “Airtel and Tata Play to merge DTH operations amidst industry consolidation: Report”
After the announcement last year, Airtel and Apple have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Apple TV+ and Apple Music into Airtel’s service offerings. This collaboration aims to expand the entertainment options available to Airtel customers. Continue reading “Airtel partners with Apple to offer Apple TV+, Apple Music to Home Wi-Fi and Postpaid customers”
Super Plastronics Pvt Ltd (SPPL) has launched Thomson 43 QLED, the company’s first TV model running the newly released JioTele OS. This affordable 43″ QLED TV features HDR support, 40W sound output with Dolby Audio, slim bezels, 2GB RAM, and 8GB storage. Continue reading “Thomson 43QLED TV with JioTele OS launched”
Reliance Jio is entering the smart TV operating system market with the launch of JioTele OS, after rumors. Designed specifically for smart televisions, the new platform aims to address what Jio identifies as limitations in the current connected TV landscape, particularly for Indian consumers. Continue reading “JioTele OS for affordable Smart TVs launched”
Airtel has announced the landing of the SEA-ME-WE 6 (Southeast Asia-Middle East-West Europe-6, or SMW6) submarine cable in Chennai, following a previous landing in Mumbai on December 30, 2024. Continue reading “Airtel lands SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable in Chennai”
Bharti Airtel has announced a partnership with Nokia and Qualcomm to enhance its 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and Wi-Fi solutions, aiming to expand high-speed internet access across India. Continue reading “Airtel partners with Nokia, Qualcomm for 5G FWA expansion in India”
Vi has announced an upgrade to its International Roaming service by including baggage protection. This new feature is available to Vi Postpaid customers who purchase international roaming packs. This was introduced last year for international roaming packs above Rs. 3,999. Continue reading “Vi now offers Baggage Protection with all Postpaid International Roaming packs”
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched BSNL Intertainment, a new Internet TV service, in partnership with OTTplay, India’s leading streaming platform aggregator. Continue reading “BSNL rolls out BiTV for mobile in collaboration with OTTplay”
Vi has introduced a new initiative, ‘Vi Number Rakshak,’ at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj to address the growing concern of people getting lost during the event. With millions of pilgrims in attendance, the risk of family separation is significant. Continue reading “Vi launches ‘Number Rakshak’ to aid pilgrims at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025”
Bharti Airtel’s Vice-Chairman and Managing Director, Gopal Vittal, has been appointed Acting Chair of the GSMA board following the resignation of José Maria Álvares-Pallete, former Chairman and CEO of Telefónica.
Álvares-Pallete stepped down from his role at Telefónica, making him ineligible to continue as GSMA Chair, the association confirmed in an official statement on Monday. Continue reading “Bharti Airtel’s Gopal Vittal appointed as acting chair of GSMA board”
Vodafone has reached a major milestone by completing the world’s first video call from space using standard 4G and 5G smartphones. This breakthrough leverages satellite technology to bring connectivity to areas without traditional mobile coverage. Continue reading “Vodafone makes history with first space video call using regular smartphones”
Apple has quietly collaborated with SpaceX and T-Mobile U.S. to integrate Starlink network capabilities into its latest iPhone software update. This move introduces an alternative to Apple’s existing satellite communication service provided by Globalstar. Continue reading “iPhones now support Starlink Satellite services via T-Mobile partnership in U.S.: Report”
Samsung introduced the Galaxy S25 series of smartphones at its Galaxy Unpacked event earlier this week. This year, all the models are powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy Mobile Platform globally. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S25 series offer Satellite SOS messaging on Verizon powered by Skylo”
After Airtel, Reliance Jio has also launched tariff plans specifically for voice and SMS services without data. These are listed under the value voice only plans. Continue reading “Jio launches voice and SMS-only pre-paid plans”
Airtel becomes the first operator to launch tariff plans specifically for voice and SMS services without data, as per TRAI’s directive. TRAI mandated separate Special Tariff Vouchers (STVs) specifically for voice and SMS services to benefit specific user groups, including senior citizens and those residing in rural areas, by providing them with more tailored options. Continue reading “Airtel launches voice and SMS-only pre-paid plans”
