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”
Category: Operators
Roundup of all the Telecom providers and Operators
iPhones now support Starlink Satellite services via T-Mobile partnership in U.S.: Report
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 Galaxy S25 series offer Satellite SOS messaging on Verizon powered by Skylo
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”
Jio launches voice and SMS-only pre-paid plans
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 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”
Vi Nonstop Hero Truly Unlimited Data Plans launched
After the launch of SuperHero Plan with Unlimited Data from Midnight to Noon, Vi has launched new Truly Unlimited Data Plans under Vi Nonstop, which the company claims is India’s first truly unlimited data plan. Continue reading “Vi Nonstop Hero Truly Unlimited Data Plans launched”
JioFiber and JioAirFiber postpaid users get 2 years free YouTube Premium
Reliance Jio has partnered with YouTube to offer free 2 years of YouTube Premium worth Rs. 149 per month (Worth a total Rs. 3576) to JioFiber / AirFiber postpaid users on select plans (888, 1199, 1499, 2499, 3499) as a one-time offer. Continue reading “JioFiber and JioAirFiber postpaid users get 2 years free YouTube Premium”
Vi SuperHero Plan with Unlimited Data from Midnight to Noon expands to yearly packs
Vi launched the new Super Hero Plan, a unique proposition tailored for Indian prepaid users that offers unlimited data for half a day from 12 AM to 12 Noon. Previously it was only available with recharge packs offering 2GB/day or more daily data quota with price starting at Rs. 365. Continue reading “Vi SuperHero Plan with Unlimited Data from Midnight to Noon expands to yearly packs”
Airtel Wi-Fi plans from Rs. 699 now include ZEE5 OTT subscription
Bharti Airtel has partnered with ZEE5 to bring exclusive digital content to its Wi-Fi customers. Starting with plans priced at Rs. 699 or higher, customers will receive ZEE5 at no additional cost as part of their Airtel Wi-Fi package. Continue reading “Airtel Wi-Fi plans from Rs. 699 now include ZEE5 OTT subscription”
Airtel brings connectivity to remote Kashmir villages
Bharti Airtel has partnered with the Indian Army to extend mobile network coverage to remote villages in the Kupwara, Baramulla, and Bandipore districts along the Line of Control (LoC) in North Kashmir. Continue reading “Airtel brings connectivity to remote Kashmir villages”
Vodafone Idea 5G testing underway across top cities, official rollout imminent
Vodafone Idea (Vi) recently started testing its 5G services widely in select areas in all the 17 priority circles in 3300 MHz and 26 GHz (except Bihar) spectrum. Continue reading “Vodafone Idea 5G testing underway across top cities, official rollout imminent”
Airtel’s AI-powered spam solution flagged over 8 billion spam calls in 2.5 months
Bharti Airtel has announced the release of a detailed report highlighting the performance of its AI-powered spam solution, marking a significant milestone in network security in India. Continue reading “Airtel’s AI-powered spam solution flagged over 8 billion spam calls in 2.5 months”
Vi Business launches Easy+ service to personalize corporate postpaid plans
Vi Business, the enterprise division of Vodafone Idea (Vi), has launched Easy+, a new feature for corporate post-paid plans that allows subscribers to personalize their services. With Easy+, employees can add services such as international roaming and OTT subscriptions to their existing corporate plans. Continue reading “Vi Business launches Easy+ service to personalize corporate postpaid plans”
Vi Super Hero Plan: Unlimited Data from Midnight to Noon
Vi has launched a new Super Hero Plan, a unique proposition tailored for Indian prepaid users that offers unlimited data for half a day. The company already offers plans that offer free Unlimited night data till 6AM. This offers unlimited data from 12 AM to 12 Noon. Continue reading “Vi Super Hero Plan: Unlimited Data from Midnight to Noon”
Ericsson and Airtel deepen partnership with multi-year, multi-billion 4G & 5G deal
Ericsson and Bharti Airtel have expanded their partnership with a new multi-year, multi-billion dollar agreement. This comes after the expansion of a similar 4G and 5G deal between Nokia and Airtel last month. Continue reading “Ericsson and Airtel deepen partnership with multi-year, multi-billion 4G & 5G deal”