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Kripa B March 31st, 2025 1:46 PM 0 COMMENTS

Nokia to Upgrade Vodafone Idea’s Optical Transport Network for Enhanced 4G and 5G Rollout

Nokia today announced that it will upgrade and expand Vodafone Idea Limited's (VIL) optical transport network across key metro and regional locations in India. The upgrade will enhance 4G capacity, modernise the network with greater flexibility and efficiency, and boost VIL's 5G rollout using Nokia's optical networking solutions, the company said in a statement on Monday, March 31. Also Read: Monetising 4G and 5G: Key Takeaways to Date and What’s... Read More

Kripa B March 29th, 2025 11:33 PM 31 COMMENTS

Are Vodafone Idea’s Cheap Plans and Top 4G Network Paying Off? Here’s What Subscriber Stats Show

Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest operator, offers some of the cheapest tariffs in India, bundling generous amounts of data through various plan components such as night unlimited, extra monthly data, free data, free data on recharge via the app, and half-day free data. There is a common perception that Indian customers prefer cheaper tariffs. In this story, let's explore Vi's key plan announcements since October 2020 and analyse the operator's... Read More

Kripa B March 18th, 2025 5:39 PM 0 COMMENTS

Government Confident of Vodafone Idea’s 4G and 5G Expansion Plans: Report

The Union Minister for Communications has expressed confidence in Vodafone Idea's 4G and 5G network expansion plan, emphasising the importance of maintaining healthy competition in the telecom market. "Vodafone Idea has successfully raised Rs 20,000-25,000 crore in equity and is expected to proceed with its expansion plans," Jyotiraditya Scindia told Moneycontrol in an interaction on March 18. Also Read: Vodafone Idea Goes Live With Dedicated 5G Page and Unlimited 5G... Read More

Kripa B March 2nd, 2025 9:26 AM 2 COMMENTS

Monetising 4G and 5G: Key Takeaways to Date and What’s Next?

The evolution of networks from 4G to 5G has brought unprecedented opportunities for telecom operators and businesses worldwide. While data consumption and enterprise solutions have driven revenue in the 4G era, 5G brings new opportunities through network slicing, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), cloud partnerships and more. As we move forward, Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and future innovations with 6G will further shape the monetisation strategies of... Read More

Srikapardhi January 30th, 2025 11:02 AM 0 COMMENTS

Virgin Media O2 Brings Mobile Coverage to Craster with New 4G Mast

UK's Virgin Media O2 has brought mobile coverage to the coastal village of Craster in Northumberland, an area that previously had no coverage from any mobile operator. The operator has installed a new mobile site in the coastal village, which will provide coverage to the whole of Craster, a popular tourist destination, Virgin Media O2 announced on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Also Read: Virgin Media O2 Connects 1,000 Mobile Masts... Read More

Srikapardhi January 28th, 2025 11:27 PM 0 COMMENTS

Freshwave Implements 4G Connectivity for City of London Development

Freshwave, a UK connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider, working with real estate technology specialists Electracom Projects, has delivered 4G connectivity from all four major UK mobile network operators (MNOs) at 8 Bishopsgate, the City of London's latest flagship development. Developed by Mitsubishi Estate London and Stanhope, the 50-storey skyscraper offers over 900,000 square feet of space, with 500,000 square feet dedicated to offices. It is the UK's tallest building to achieve a... Read More

Kripa B January 27th, 2025 12:40 PM 39 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea’s 2024 Milestones: 4G Network, Enterprise Solutions and Growth

Vodafone Idea (Vi), India's third-largest operator, struggling to arrest wireless subscriber loss, says 2024 was a year full of incredible milestones, achievements, and unforgettable moments. Vi thanked its customers for being a part of its remarkable journey. In a post on the social platform X, Vi stated that the operator is ready to embrace 2025 with "fresh energy, bold aspirations, and limitless possibilities!" Also Read Bharti Airtel Year-End Review: Key... Read More

Kripa B January 17th, 2025 9:33 PM 0 COMMENTS

Government Launches Sanchar Saathi Mobile App, NBM 2.0, and ICR at DBN 4G Sites

Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya M Scindia today launched a series of citizen-focused initiatives aimed at enhancing telecom accessibility, security, and connectivity. Key announcements included the Sanchar Saathi Mobile App, National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0, and the Intra Circle Roaming (ICR) facility at Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN)-funded 4G sites. Also Read: Sanchar Saathi Portal Launched by Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw 1. Sanchar Saathi Mobile App The Sanchar Saathi Mobile... Read More

Srikapardhi January 16th, 2025 1:34 PM 0 COMMENTS

Europe’s 5G Adoption Expected to Surpass 4G by 2026: GSMA Report

5G has accounted for approximately 30 percent of mobile connections in Europe, equivalent to 200 million connections, surpassing the global average of 24 percent. According to the GSMA's Mobile Economy Europe 2025 report, 5G is set to overtake 4G as the dominant mobile technology in Europe by 2026. However, despite this progress, the continent lags behind regions such as North America, East Asia, and the Gulf states in terms of... Read More

Srikapardhi January 14th, 2025 11:16 PM 0 COMMENTS

Orange and Vodacom Form Joint Venture to Expand Network Coverage in Rural DRC

Orange and Vodacom have agreed to collaborate on a rural towerco partnership in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to extend mobile network coverage to underserved areas. The companies will jointly build, own, and operate solar-powered mobile base stations, with an initial commitment to construct 1,000 sites over the next six years. The project may expand to 2,000 base stations, reaching up to 19 million people in less densely populated... Read More

Kripa B January 13th, 2025 6:51 PM 5 COMMENTS

Reliance Jio Deploys 4G and 5G Connectivity at Siachen Glacier

Reliance Jio (Jio), in collaboration with the Indian Army, has extended its 4G and 5G network to the world’s highest battlefield, the Siachen Glacier. With support from the Army Signallers, Jio claims to have become the "first telecom operator to deliver seamless connectivity in this harsh and formidable region." Reliance Jio said it leveraged its indigenous full-stack 5G technology and deployed plug-and-play pre-configured equipment at a forward post. Also Read:... Read More

Kripa B January 13th, 2025 12:15 PM 0 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea Revises Prepaid Plans to Offer 4G Unlimited Data: Check Full Details

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has once again further increased the data benefits bundled with its prepaid plans in specific circles without an increase in tariff. Although there is no reduction in tariff, in an indirect way, the benefits bundled with the plans have increased. For example, for Rs 10, customers previously received 6 hours of free data, but after a revision, for the same Rs 10, the pack now offers 12... Read More