February 28th, 2016 9:55 AM 10 COMMENTS

Airtel withdraws dedicated WhatsApp data plans to comply with new TRAI guidelines

In the latest development, Airtel removed its dedicated WhatsApp data plans for 2G and 3G users. The reason is to comply with the recent regulation by the Indian telecom regulator on differential pricing and net neutrality rules. Recently, Telenor also withdrew its WhatsApp data packs on similar grounds. Airtel launched dedicated WhatsApp data plans two years ago. It offered 200MB of WhatsApp usage for one month starting at Rs 36, with... Read More

February 27th, 2016 9:07 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telenor announces promotional voice pack for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, offers 35,000 seconds for Rs 99

Telenor Groups' Indian unit, Telenor India launched a promotional voice pack that offers 35,000 seconds at a nominal price for their customers in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The new Voice STV has been priced at Rs. 99 and will enable Telenor customers in the aforementioned regions to make voice calls at cheap rates with 35000 seconds of free calling. However, it is worth mentioning that out of 35K free seconds,... Read More

February 27th, 2016 3:17 PM 0 COMMENTS

Cisco at MWC 2016: Company enables operators to keep in pace with the innovations in 5G, cloud, IoT

Cisco, the leaders in IT, exhibited its commitment towards assisting service providers in the changing digital world, through various products, services and partnerships at the Mobile World Congress 2016, held at Barcelona. “The industry is at an inflection point where the Internet has evolved from connectivity to immersive experiences, to digitization,” said Kelly Ahuja, senior vice president, service provider products and solutions, Cisco. “It is clear that service providers are... Read More

February 27th, 2016 11:58 AM 101 COMMENTS

BSNL aims to become profitable in four years

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, the state-run telecom operator, is aiming to become profitable in four years, and has started observing an increase in revenue from services, according to the Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad. In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Prasad said that BSNL is taking several steps like augmentation of mobile network, which will likely lead to profitability in next four years. "Being a commercial organization, it... Read More

February 27th, 2016 10:00 AM 4 COMMENTS

Mobile World Congress 2016: Roundup of smartphones that created substantial buzz

Tech world’s one of the biggest events, the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2016 has come to an end. The event kept every tech blog on its toes with back to back launches of some of the most-awaited smartphones. We, at TelecomTalk, had sleepless nights covering most of the launches. But, the wait and work were worth it all, as we witnessed the unveiling of some of the top of the... Read More

February 26th, 2016 9:59 PM 45 COMMENTS

Reliance Retail announces entry-level VoLTE smartphones, LYF Wind 6 and LYF Flame 1

With the widespread launch of Reliance Jio's 4G services around the corner, Reliance retail has announced two more 4G-enabled smartphones under its LYF sub-brand. Moreover, other phones from the brand will now be widely available at 1.2 lakh retail outlets in India. The company has roped in 1,200 distributors all over India to supply these handsets. Initial two handsets that will be widely available are - the LYF Flame 1... Read More

February 26th, 2016 5:17 PM 7 COMMENTS

Blu announces ‘Life Mark’ smartphone in India at Rs. 8,999; shall face stiff competition from Coolpad Note 3 Lite

Blu, the US-based smartphone manufacturer, has announced a 4G-equipped smartphone for the Indian market, named as the Blu Life Mark. It is up for sale on Amazon at Rs. 8,999. The main feature of the device is its fingerprint scanner placed on the back panel. The company introduced two Windows-based smartphones for the Indian market, last year. Blu claims that the Life Mark smartphone features CNC machines-metal build, which gives... Read More

February 26th, 2016 3:58 PM 11 COMMENTS

Kannur, Kerala gets Airtel 4G, Project Leap too launched in state

Airtel has announced the commercial launch of its high speed 4G services in Kannur, Kerala, taking the total number of 4G launches in the state to 100. It’s within six months that Airtel achieved the milestone of 100 towns.     With this, Airtel customers in Kannur who avail 4G services can experience uninterrupted HD video streaming, superfast uploading and downloading of movies, music and images. The service can be... Read More

February 26th, 2016 3:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Comtech wins $1.9 million deal from Indian satellite systems integrator

Comtech Telecommunications said that it has won a $1.9 million order for infrastructure equipment from a large satellite systems integrator in India, which will utilize the equipment to increase its customer’s capabilities and expand its existing satellite connectivity network to optimize Internet traffic and increase the throughput while lowering overall operating costs. The Indian customer's existing network utilizes Comtech EF Data equipment to support mobile backhaul and Internet connectivity to mountainous... Read More

February 26th, 2016 2:23 PM 6 COMMENTS

Airtel launches 4G in Udaipur, Rajasthan promises an instant SIM swap

Airtel has launched of its 4G services in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The service will extend to places like Kota and Ajmer soon. With Airtel 4G, customers can experience superfast internet, enabling them to enjoy uninterrupted HD video streaming, superfast uploading and downloading of movies, music and images. Airtel can be accessed via mobile phones, 4G hotspots and dongles. Commenting on launch of Airtel 4G, Manoj Murali, CEO – Airtel, Rajasthan said, “As... Read More

February 26th, 2016 12:35 PM 2 COMMENTS

Dimapur and Aizawl receive Airtel Platinum 3G under Project Leap

After Agartala, Airtel has announced the launch of its Platinum 3G network in Dimapur and Aizawl under its Project Leap initiative. The Platinum 3G will enable customers to receive superior internet experience on smartphones at a lower power consumption. The technology optimizes the backend engagement between the mobile device and the network to make this possible. “Today we are pleased to offer Platinum 3G services to our customers in Dimapur... Read More

February 26th, 2016 11:21 AM 1 COMMENTS

RCom offers 600 minutes of international calls for just $2 for US, Canadian customers

Reliance Communications' sister company Reliance Global Call, has rolled out a plan, called value pack, which gives US & Canadian customers 600 minutes of international calls for just$2. The pack is first of its kind plan effectively lets users make international calls at 0.33¢ per minute for the first month. Subsequently, the plan continues to provide users with 600 minutes of international calls at $6.99 from the second month in... Read More

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