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Tanuja K December 12th, 2023 1:57 PM 1 COMMENTS

5G in Indian Airports: Telcos Propose a Low Powered Radio, but DGCA Rejects

5G has been rolling out quickly in several parts of the country. However, there's still one area where telcos can't offer their 5G - airports. This is due to the fear of 5G frequencies interfering with the altimeter frequencies inside the aircraft and becoming a cause for potential accidents. Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has asked telcos to avoid rolling out 5G in the airport premises or near airports... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur October 1st, 2023 7:00 AM 1 COMMENTS

One Year of 5G in India, What has changed

5G was launched in India exactly a year back today, on Oct 1, 2022. Now, it has reached almost all parts of the country and millions have experienced it already. India has witnessed the fastest 5G rollout in the world. It was only possible because of the fast policy changes from the government and the sector regulator and the aggressive strategies employed by the Indian telecom operators Airtel and Jio.... Read More

Srikapardhi September 30th, 2023 7:52 PM 5 COMMENTS

Airtel Surpasses 50 Million Unique 5G Users; 5G Plus Now Covers All Districts in India

Bharti Airtel today announced that it has surpassed 50 million unique 5G customers on its network. Airtel was the first to launch 5G services in India on October 1st, 2022, with the Airtel 5G Plus network first going live in eight cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Siliguri, Nagpur, and Varanasi. As tomorrow marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of 5G services in India, Airtel has announced its 5G... Read More

Yashika Goel July 6th, 2023 3:24 PM 1 COMMENTS

State-Wise Breakdown of 5G BTS Deployments in India as of July

India is making significant strides in its 5G rollout, positioning itself as a leading player in the global race for advanced telecommunications. The country's ambitious deployment of 5G Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) has been hailed as a massive feat, considering the challenging topography and high population density. Within the past nine years, the number of BTS sites has increased fourfold to reach an impressive 25 lakh. Currently, the 4G network... Read More

Srikapardhi May 25th, 2023 2:52 PM 0 COMMENTS

Chardhams in Uttarakhand Now Covered With 5G Mobile Coverage and Fibre Connectivity

In a significant stride towards the development and connectivity of Uttarakhand, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for various projects in Mana, Uttarakhand. During the event, he emphasized the importance of preserving heritage and fostering development, stating that these are the pillars of a prosperous India in the 21st century. Also Read: Airtel 5G Plus Services Now Live In Haridwar Launch of 2,00,000th 5G Site and Fibre... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur May 10th, 2023 6:49 AM 0 COMMENTS

5G and Gaming: How Ultra-Fast Networks Will Change the Gaming Landscape

Gaming has always been a popular pastime for people all over the world, and with the advent of technology, it has only become more accessible and immersive. With the introduction of 5G networks, the gaming landscape is set to change significantly. In this article, we will explore how 5G networks will revolutionize the gaming industry. 5G Delivers Speeds that Can Change Everything for the Gamers One of the most significant... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur April 11th, 2023 6:47 PM 0 COMMENTS

Britain Aims for Widespread 5G Plus Coverage by 2030

The UK government has set an ambitious goal of achieving next-generation 5G mobile coverage to populated areas across the country by the end of the decade. The rollout of 5G is already underway, with all four of Britain's mobile networks - BT's EE, O2, Virgin Media O2 (owned by Telefonica and Liberty Global), Vodafone and Three - currently implementing the technology. According to reports, 77% of the population can already... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur April 10th, 2023 7:14 AM 0 COMMENTS

5G and the Future of Entertainment

Everyone knows the effect that 5G is going to have on our lives in the way we communicate and consume the internet. But many still don't understand the effect it would have on the way we see entertainment. The emergence of 5G technology has brought about significant advancements in various industries, and entertainment is no exception. As 5G networks continue to roll out globally, the future of entertainment looks brighter... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur March 30th, 2023 7:10 AM 1 COMMENTS

Will Offering Free 5G Really Push Consumers to Pay for it Someday

5G is going to change the world by revolutionising the way everything connects with each other. But the issue with 5G is it might not be very relevant for consumers, at least at this point in time. Paying for 5G right now for using mobile data and voice calling would be like getting a Ferrari just to go 100 metres far to purchase vegetables - it doesn't make sense at... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur March 27th, 2023 12:42 PM 0 COMMENTS

Affordable 5G Phones Required to Accelerate 5G Adoption in India

Affordable 5G phones are the demand of the hour. To drive 5G adoption at scale, more affordable 5G phones need to come to the Indian market. India is a highly price-sensitive market, and there are several million users who don't want to spend a lot of money on smartphones. The arrival of 4G VoLTE phones under Rs 10000 changed the game for 4G in India. In the same way, OEMs... Read More

Srikapardhi March 9th, 2023 2:09 PM 14 COMMENTS

India Witnesses Fastest 5G Rollout with Over 1 Lakh 5G BTS deployed

India joined the list of countries with 5G Networks with the launch of 5G services in October 2022 at IMC. Bharti Airtel was the first in the country to offer 5G services in October 2022, followed by Reliance Jio. Global telecom leaders have acknowledged the pace of 5G rollouts in India, and GSMA has conferred Government Leadership Award 2023 to India for its Telecom Policy and Reforms at the recently... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur February 22nd, 2023 6:57 AM 7 COMMENTS

5G Effect in India: Speeds Go Up, Rankings Improve, but Service Quality Down

5G is fast becoming a common network experience for Indians. Both Airtel and Jio are rolling out 5G quickly in different parts of the country. The effect of 5G is going to be positive for the country and its economy in the long run. But in the short term, India has already benefitted from the presence of 5G. If we talk about India's ranking in the Ookla Speedtest Global Index,... Read More