COAI supports RoW changes for 5G deployment in India

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), an organization representing the Indian telecommunications industry, praised the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for introducing the Indian Telegraph Right of Way (Amendment) Rules, 2023. Continue reading “COAI supports RoW changes for 5G deployment in India”

Jio rolls out 5G on 26 GHz mmWave spectrum across all 22 circles

Reliance Jio has announced that it has completed its minimum roll-out obligations in each of the 22 Licensed Service Areas (LSA), across each of the spectrum bands, ahead of time under the terms of the spectrum
allocated to it on 17th August 2022. Continue reading “Jio rolls out 5G on 26 GHz mmWave spectrum across all 22 circles”

Airtel Xstream AirFiber home Wi-Fi service powered by Airtel 5G Plus launched

Airtel, has launched Xstream AirFiber, a fixed wireless access (FWA) offering, utilizing 5G technology. This service aims to cater to the growing need for Wi-Fi connectivity in homes, particularly in areas where traditional fiber infrastructure is scarce. Continue reading “Airtel Xstream AirFiber home Wi-Fi service powered by Airtel 5G Plus launched”

Adani, Vi seek extension for 5G roll out deadline: Report

Adani Data Networks and Vodafone Idea have sought an extension from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for the deadline to launch 5G services, as reported by financialexpress. Continue reading “Adani, Vi seek extension for 5G roll out deadline: Report”

Airtel to launch Xstream AirFiber 5G device, app spotted on Play Store

Airtel is gearing up to release its new Xstream AirFiber 5G device, called “Airtel Xstream AirFiber 5G” that is similar to Jio Air Fiber. While an official announcement is yet to be made, the companion app for the device has been spotted on the Google Play Store by Kiran Reddy of OnlyTech.com. Continue reading “Airtel to launch Xstream AirFiber 5G device, app spotted on Play Store”

Cabinet sanctions Rs. 89,047 Crore for BSNL’s 4G, 5G upgrade

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a revival package for BSNL. The package has a total outlay of Rs. 89,047 crore and includes increasing BSNL’s authorized capital from Rs. 1,50,000 crore to Rs. 2,10,000 crore. Continue reading “Cabinet sanctions Rs. 89,047 Crore for BSNL’s 4G, 5G upgrade”

Apollo launches India’s first 5G-connected ambulance service

Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals Kolkata has introduced the first-ever 5G-connected Ambulance service in India. This advanced ambulance is specially designed with cutting-edge medical equipment, patient monitoring apps, and telemetry devices to efficiently transmit the patient’s health data to the hospital with minimal delay. Continue reading “Apollo launches India’s first 5G-connected ambulance service”

Motorola leads as Best 5G smartphone brand in India: Report

According to a survey report by Techarc, Motorola has been ranked as the best 5G smartphone brand in India. The evaluation was based on the 3C framework – connectivity, coverage, and capability – which are the three core factors that users look for in a 5G smartphone. Continue reading “Motorola leads as Best 5G smartphone brand in India: Report”

Airtel surpasses 2 million 5G users in Mumbai

Airtel today announced that it has crossed the 2 million 5G customers mark in Mumbai since its launch in October last year. The company added that Mumbai is also the first city in the country to have 5G coverage in all its towns and talukas. Continue reading “Airtel surpasses 2 million 5G users in Mumbai”

Airtel, Jio, and other telcos to request relaxations in mmWave 5G roll out rules

Telecom operators are seeking relaxation in the rollout obligations for the 26 GHz band, also known as millimeter (mmWave) due to lack of a device ecosystem for these airwaves, according to the latest report from ET Telecom. Continue reading “Airtel, Jio, and other telcos to request relaxations in mmWave 5G roll out rules”

Jio 5G rolls out in Chardham temple premises in Uttarakhand

Reliance Jio has launched its 5G services in Chardham temple premises in Uttarakhand. This will let piligrims visiting Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri dhams to latch on to Jio’s 5G network. Continue reading “Jio 5G rolls out in Chardham temple premises in Uttarakhand”

Airtel 5G now available in 3000 cities and towns across India

Airtel has announced that its 5G service is now available to customers in 3000 cities and towns in the country. The company said that all the key urban and rural parts of the country from Katra in Jammu to Kannur in Kerala, Patna in Bihar to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, Itanagar in Arunachal Pradesh to the Union territory of Daman and Diu now have Airtel 5G. Continue reading “Airtel 5G now available in 3000 cities and towns across India”