According to the Counterpoint Research report for Q4 2025, Vivo had the highest market share amongst phone makers in thed Indian smartphone shipments category. Vivo had a market share of 24%, wherein OPPO had the second rank with a market share of 15%. Samsung had a market share of 13%. Apple and Xiaomi had a market share of 12% each. Let's talk about why Vivo is doing the best in... Read More
The 26 GHz spectrum is a millimeter-wave (mmWave) frequency band, primarily used to support ultra-fast, high-capacity 5G wireless broadband services. This band, generally ranging from 24.25 to 27.5 GHz, allows operators to deliver multi-gigabit speeds and extremely low latency, making it ideal for dense urban environments and high-traffic public areas. It is used for enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), fixed wireless access (FWA), and private enterprise networks. 4G/5G Monetisation: Monetising 4G... Read More
Indian telecom operator Reliance Jio offers a wide range of apps to transform user experiences, from shopping and entertainment to finance, cloud storage, and health. In fact, Jio officially launched its digital services through the Jio Welcome Offer effective September 5, 2016, providing users with access to unlimited LTE data, voice, video, and messaging services, along with the full bouquet of Jio applications and content, free of cost up to... Read More
India has witnessed one of the fastest 5G rollouts globally. However, Indian operators are yet to meaningfully monetise their 5G network investments. According to Jio's Q4FY25 webinar, the company has not yet begun monetising its 5G services. We believe the situation is similar for Bharti Airtel. Earlier reports indicated that Reliance Jio plans to monetise its 5G investment through its Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services, as they offer higher ARPU... Read More
FM Radio broadcasting today is the most popular and pervasive medium to provide entertainment, information, and education to the masses. Radio remains an integral part of India's rich cultural, social, and economic landscape. Radio broadcasting is one of the most popular and affordable means of mass communication, according to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), under the Ministry of Communications. So, if you wonder how many radio stations exist... Read More
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
Indian telecom companies Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) started launching special cricket data packs just ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, set to begin on Saturday, March 22. This is mainly due to the massive popularity of cricket in India, especially during tournaments, and telcos want to capitalise on the opportunity that cricket fever provides. Also Read: Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea: Data Usage Trends... Read More
The internet has evolved, becoming faster and more efficient than ever before. With the rise of high-speed broadband and 4G/5G, streaming HD/4K video content is now seamless. This transformation is reshaping entertainment, gaming, and even remote work. As internet speeds continue to soar, digital experiences are becoming more immersive and interactive. The way we consume content is changing, marking a new era in online connectivity. Also Read: IPL 2025: JioStar... Read More
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
In the good old days, postpaid service in India meant a premium customer experience, special attention, privileges, and loyalty. The longer you were associated with an operator, the higher your customer value (credit limit) and service. However, today, postpaid users receive little to no added value in terms of customer service or experience. In most cases, it makes no difference whether you are on a prepaid or postpaid plan. With... Read More
Kindly share your alternate or secondary number to continue. Whether you opt for a new mobile number, perform a KYC activity, avail a banking service, or try to raise a customer complaint, the very next question you are asked is to share your alternate number. This has become so common that both people and service providers presume that you must have a second/alternate number; otherwise, you practically don’t exist. Also... Read More
If we consider recent developments, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has been taking several measures to ensure the safe transmission of text messages, including ensuring complete tracing of the senders of commercial messages. The main goal of the telecom ecosystem, including regulators and telecom operators, is to curb spam messages and Unsolicited Commercial Communication (UCC) sent to end consumers via telecom network resources. Also Read: TRAI Extends Deadline... Read More
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