5G Technology: News
13 Nov 2024
NVIDIANVIDIA, SoftBank introduce world's first combined AI and 5G network
In a major development, leading chipmaker NVIDIA has partnered with SoftBank to introduce the world's first artificial intelligence (AI) and 5G telecommunications network.
22 Oct 2024
Reliance JioWhy your Airtel, Jio 5G download speed is getting slower
Two years after their launch in India, Airtel and Jio have witnessed a major fall in 5G download speeds, a new study by analytics firm Opensignal has found.
22 Oct 2024
Bharat Sanchar Nigam LimitedBSNL's network will now automatically block spam calls, text messages
State-owned telecom giant Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has unveiled a new logo, as it gears up for the commercial launch of 4G services.
17 Oct 2024
4GVi to launch 5G services in India by March 2025
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has detailed plans to launch 5G services in 17 circles across India by March 2025, starting with Delhi and Mumbai.
02 Oct 2024
Indian EconomyIndia's digital economy projected to reach $1 trillion by 2028
India is on track to become a $1 trillion digital economy by 2028, according to a report by Ask Capital.
23 Sep 2024
4GWhat Vi's $3.6B network deal means for investors and customers
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has secured a significant $3.6 billion funding deal, set to revitalize the telecom company and enhance its network infrastructure.
19 Sep 2024
Bharti AirtelBharti Airtel nears ₹10 lakh crore m-cap amid stock surge
Bharti Airtel, a leading telecommunications service provider in India, has seen its share price reach an all-time high of ₹1,675 per share. This represents a significant increase of 62% in 2024 alone.
19 Aug 2024
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)Live near an airport? You could soon access 5G services
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is working toward enhancing 5G connectivity at 124 airports across India, as per Moneycontrol.
14 Aug 2024
Bharat Sanchar Nigam LimitedIndia unable to export 5G tech because of BSNL
The Indian government's ambitious plan to export locally developed 4G and 5G network technologies has hit a roadblock, due to delays in BSNL's 4G network rollout.
12 Aug 2024
Bharat Sanchar Nigam LimitedHere's when BSNL will launch its 5G services
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned telecommunications company, has announced plans to introduce its 5G services in India.
10 Aug 2024
Bharat Sanchar Nigam LimitedBSNL launching universal 4G/5G SIM platform with no geographical restrictions
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is preparing to launch a new universal SIM platform, compatible with both 4G and 5G networks.
07 Aug 2024
Reliance JioReliance Jio to export homegrown telecom tech
Reliance Jio, a prominent player in India's telecom sector, has revealed plans to distribute its homegrown technologies worldwide.
04 Aug 2024
Science and TechnologyScientists unveil battery-free tech that harvests energy from radio signals
A team of researchers has developed an innovative technology that can harness power from ambient radio frequency (RF) signals originating from Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G.
10 Jul 2024
Reliance JioJio introduces new unlimited 5G add-on plans amid tariff hikes
Reliance Jio has unveiled three new 'True Unlimited Upgrade' add-on plans in response to customer dissatisfaction over recent tariff hikes and the discontinuation of popular, affordable prepaid plans, including the ₹1,559 (yearly) and ₹359 (monthly) packs.
27 Jun 2024
IndiaIndia's 5G user base to hit 840 million by 2029
India is expected to witness a significant surge in its 5G user base, reaching approximately 840 million by the end of 2029, as per the latest report from Ericsson Mobility.
25 Jun 2024
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)India gears up for spectrum auction worth over ₹96,300 crore
India is set to kick off its spectrum auction today, with airwaves valued at a whopping ₹96,317.65 crore up for grabs.
11 Jun 2024
Latest Tech NewsNokia makes world's first phone call with spatial audio
Nokia has successfully completed the first-ever audio and video call via 3D spatial audio technology.
17 May 2024
Vodafone IdeaVodafone Idea to begin 5G rollout around Diwali
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has unveiled plans to initiate its 5G rollout in about six months, possibly around Diwali, which falls on November 1.
12 Apr 2024
Aditya Birla GroupVodafone Idea's ₹18,000 crore FPO starts April 18
Vodafone Idea has officially announced the launch of a follow-on public offering (FPO) of its equity shares, valued at ₹18,000 crore.
11 Apr 2024
University Of CaliforniaMini 5G towers could solve your smartphone battery woes: Research
A team of scientists from the University of California has proposed an innovative strategy that could potentially extend smartphone battery life by up to 50% in urban areas.
07 Apr 2024
Aditya Birla GroupVI gets approval to raise ₹2,075cr from Aditya Birla Group
Vodafone Idea has announced its plans to secure a substantial investment of ₹2,075 crore from its promoter, the Aditya Birla Group.
06 Mar 2024
PocoPOCO, Airtel working on most affordable 5G phone in India
Himanshu Tandon, POCO's India head, recently dropped hints about the launch of the most budget-friendly 5G smartphone in India.
27 Feb 2024
NubiaZTE returns to global market with slew of innovative products
At the ongoing MWC 2024 expo in Spain, China's ZTE has announced its global expansion into Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
13 Jan 2024
Reliance JioJio's unlimited 5G data offer to continue until early 2025
Reliance Jio has been offering unlimited 5G data to its customers as a complimentary benefit with recharge plans and 4G data packs since the telecom operator began its 5G rollout.
24 Dec 2023
Reliance JioReliance Jio introduces 'New Year 2024' offer for prepaid users
As 2024 rolls in, Reliance Jio, India's leading telecom provider, has announced its 'New Year 2024' offer for subscribers.
20 Dec 2023
Indian GovernmentIndia's digital transformation in 2023: Advancements in infrastructure and initiatives
The year 2023 marked a digital revolution for India. The Indian government introduced several initiatives under 'Digital India,' to transform the nation's digital landscape.
26 Nov 2023
Reliance JioJio AirFiber reaches 494 cities: Check availability in your region
India's top telecom operator, Reliance Jio, is swiftly expanding its 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) service, Jio AirFiber, in the country.
11 Nov 2023
Reliance JioJio AirFiber expands to 115 cities in India: Check availability
Reliance Jio's 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) service, Jio AirFiber, has extended its reach to 115 cities throughout India since its debut with eight cities on September 19.
29 Oct 2023
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)Government aims to keep India's telecom services most affordable globally
India's Union Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining the country's telecom services as the most cost-effective worldwide.
27 Oct 2023
Reliance JioJio's 5G rollout fastest in the world, says Akash Ambani
Akash Ambani, the Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm, declared that Jio has accomplished the world's fastest 5G technology deployment, setting up a 5G cell every 10 seconds.
22 Oct 2023
SpaceXWhat is Starlink's direct-to-cell service, launching next year
In August 2022, SpaceX and T-Mobile partnered to provide coverage from space with direct-to-cell connectivity.
06 Oct 2023
IndiaIndia's 5G roll-out among fastest in the world: Nokia CEO
India is making impressive progress in its 5G network roll-out, with Nokia President and CEO Pekka Lundmark, revealing that the country ranks among the top three nations with the largest 5G installed base.
02 Oct 2023
IndiaIndia climbs to 47th in 5G Speedtest Global Index
India has soared up the Speedtest Global Index, leaping 72 spots to land at 47th place in Q3 2023, thanks to the arrival of 5G technology.
25 Sep 2023
Bharti AirtelJio AirFiber vs Airtel Xstream AirFiber: Which is better
India's leading telcos Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio have introduced their version of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service powered by 5G technology.
18 Sep 2023
Reliance JioJio AirFiber to launch tomorrow: How it differs from JioFiber
Reliance Jio is gearing up to launch its wireless internet service, Jio AirFiber, tomorrow.
29 Aug 2023
JioJio's Haptik WhatsApp chatbot makes 5G migration easy
Jio Haptik has launched a WhatsApp chatbot to streamline the process for customers migrating to Reliance Jio's 5G network.
28 Aug 2023
Reliance IndustriesReliance Jio to complete 5G network rollout by December
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani has announced that Jio's 5G network is set to achieve nationwide coverage by December this year.
14 Aug 2023
Reliance JioJio completes 5G rollout across all spectrum bands
Reliance Jio has successfully finished its minimum roll-out obligations for its 'True 5G' network across all 22 Licensed Service Areas (LSA).
07 Aug 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel Xstream AirFiber launched as India's first 5G FWA service
Airtel has introduced Xstream AirFiber—a fixed wireless access service, for 5G users in India.
01 Aug 2023
Ashwini VaishnawIndia's 5G milestone: 3 lakh sites covered in 10 months
India's telecom industry has reached an impressive milestone with over three lakh 5G mobile sites installed in just 10 months since the launch of the service.
25 May 2023
Bharat Sanchar Nigam LimitedBSNL is re-emerging from shadows: How is telco reviving itself
There was a time when state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) was synonymous with India's telecom sector. But things went downhill after private players took over the market.
02 May 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel restricts users from sharing 'unlimited 5G data' via hotspot
Bharti Airtel began rolling out 5G services in India last October. The network is now available in over 3,000 cities across the country.
27 Apr 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G now available in 3,000 cities: Check coverage
Bharti Airtel has announced that it has rolled out its 5G services in as many as 3,000 cities across India.
26 Apr 2023
Reliance JioJio AirFiber to debut soon: How it'll disrupt broadband market
Reliance Jio will launch its AirFiber in India in the coming months. To recall, it was showcased last year.
12 Apr 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel launches 5G in Ladakh: Check which states have coverage
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in the union territory of Ladakh. The telco's 5G network is now live in over 500 cities across India.
27 Mar 2023
Reliance JioAre Jio's cricket plans better than Airtel's 3GB/day prepaid packs
Reliance Jio has announced its cricket plans in India, ahead of the TATA IPL 2023. Starting from Rs. 219, the packs offer 3GB of daily data, along with additional perks.
26 Mar 2023
Reliance JioJio's 2.5GB daily data prepaid plans: Check benefits, OTT perks
Reliance Jio is the biggest player in India's telecom market right now.
25 Mar 2023
Reliance JioThese Reliance Jio prepaid plans offer 3GB of data daily
Reliance Jio is the biggest telecom operator in the Indian market and has become so quickly.
24 Mar 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G is now available in 500 cities: Check coverage
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in more cities across India, taking the total to 500. The telco claims its 5G network is now available in every major city in India.
23 Mar 2023
IndiaBharat 6G Vision: How soon India will get 6G
India's high-speed internet revolution is ready to enter the next phase. Five months after introducing 5G, India has announced its 6G vision.
22 Mar 2023
Airtel PlansAirtel launches Rs. 599 postpaid plan; 5G expanded to Kolkata
Airtel has released a new postpaid plan priced at Rs. 599. The new recharge offers an Amazon Prime subscription for six months and Disney+ Hotstar mobile subscription for one year at no extra cost.
21 Mar 2023
Reliance JioJio rolls out 5G in 41 more cities: Check coverage
Reliance Jio has rolled out its fifth-generation services in 41 more cities including Udhagamandalam, Narsapur, Margao, Rajouri, Thalassery, and Kumarghat. With the latest rollout, Jio 5G is now live in 406 cities.
17 Mar 2023
6G TechnologyWhen will India get 6G: Here's the telecom minister's response
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that 6G technology is expected to launch in India around 2029-2030. 100 patents have already been acquired for this technology.
17 Mar 2023
Bharti AirtelHow Airtel's postpaid, prepaid users can avail unlimited 5G data
Airtel is now offering unlimited 5G on both postpaid and prepaid plans, which are priced above Rs. 239.
15 Mar 2023
Reliance JioJio 5G launched in 34 cities, overall count reaches 365
Reliance Jio has launched its fifth-generation service in 34 new cities in India, including Ambur, Suryapet, Sundargarh, Dharmavaram, and Dharamshala.
15 Mar 2023
GoogleHow to enable 5G on Google Pixel smartphones in India
Google is now releasing the software update that enables 5G services on its compatible devices in India.
08 Mar 2023
Reliance JioJio 5G launched in 27 cities, count reaches 331
Reliance Jio has rolled out its 5G services in 27 more cities including Pollachi, Bhatapara, Zahirabad, Ramnagar, and Bankura. With the latest rollout, the telco's 5G services are available in 331 cities across the country.
06 Mar 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G launched in 125 new cities: Check coverage
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in 125 new cities across India. With the latest rollout, the telco's 5G network is now available in more than 265 cities in the country.
28 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G launched in Katra, Anantag; telco records 10mn 5G-users
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in more cities of Jammu and Kashmir including Katra and Rajouri. The telco has also crossed the 10 million subscriber mark for its 5G network.
26 Feb 2023
Reliance JioTop trending Jio prepaid plans in India: Check benefits
Jio has completely altered the course of the telecom sector, becoming the market leader in a very short timeframe.
22 Feb 2023
Reliance JioJio 5G launched in 20 cities, Airtel 5G reaches Haridwar
Reliance Jio has launched its 5G services in 20 more cities including Tinsukia, Bhagalpur, Mormugao, Raichur, Firozabad, and Chandrapur.
21 Feb 2023
Latest Tech NewsForget 5G, this country is working on 6G technology
The 5G infrastructure deployment is still underway worldwide.
20 Feb 2023
IndiaIndia climbs 10 spots in median mobile speeds globally: Ookla
Ookla, a leading company in mobile and broadband network intelligence, has released its Speedtest Global Index report for January 2023.
20 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G available in 15 new cities in West Bengal
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in 15 more cities in West Bengal, including Berhampore, Durgapur, Dinhata, Asansol, Jalpaiguri, and Darjeeling.
17 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G launched in more locations across Bihar, Odisha
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in more locations across Bihar and Odisha including Begusarai, Kishanganj, Purnia, Gopalganj, Sonepur, Bhawanipatna, and Paradeep.
17 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelBharti Airtel's annual prepaid plans: Check data and call benefits
Bharti Airtel is one of the leading telecom companies in India.
16 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G now available in all North-Eastern states: Check coverage
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in more North-Eastern cities in India, including Kohima, Aizawl, Gangtok, and Tinsuki.
14 Feb 2023
Reliance JioJio launches 5G in 21 more cities, total reaches 257
Reliance Jio has launched its 5G services in four cities in Himachal Pradesh and 17 more cities across other states. The fifth-generation mobile network is now available in as many as 257 cities across India.
13 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelThese cities in India have access to Airtel 5G services
Bharti Airtel has been steadily expanding its 5G network and intends to cover the major cities across the country by this year. The telco commenced its 5G rollout in October 2022.
09 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G launched in more cities across Gujarat, Odisha
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services across more cities in Gujarat and Odisha, including Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Sambalpur, and Balasore.
08 Feb 2023
Vodafone IdeaVodafone Idea and Motorola announce 5G partnership in India
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has partnered with Motorola to bring 5G technology to the OEM's smartphone lineup in India.
07 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G launched in Raipur and Durg-Bhilai
Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in two more cities in Chhattisgarh, namely, Raipur and Durg-Bhilai.
06 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G launched in Ujjain; Jio 5G released in Haridwar
Bharti Airtel has released its 5G services in three more cities across Madya Pradesh, namely, Ujjain, Gwalior, and Bhopal. Users will get 20-30 times faster speed than 4G speed at no additional cost.
03 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G now live in Kozhikode, Trivandrum and Thrissur
Bharti Airtel has rolled out its 5G services in three cities of Kerala, namely Kozhikode, Trivandrum, and Thrissur.
31 Jan 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G launched in more cities across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
Bharti Airtel has rolled out its 5G services in more cities across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, including Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Kakinada, Kurnool, Guntur, and Tirupati, Warangal, and Karimnagar.
27 Jan 2023
Reliance JioReliance Jio introduces 5G services in all North-Eastern states
Reliance Jio has launched its 'True 5G' service across six states of India's North-Eastern region.
24 Jan 2023
JioJio 5G services launched in 50 new cities: Check list
Reliance Jio has launched its 5G services in 50 more cities across 17 states and union territories, bringing the total count to 184 cities across India.
18 Jan 2023
5G Phone5G smartphone shipments in India to grow by 70%: Report
Looks like India's 5G smartphone market is staring at a fruitful 2023. As per a report by CyberMedia Research (CMR), the market is expected to expand by 70% year-over-year by the end of CY23.
18 Jan 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel launches its 5G services in Jaipur, Udaipur, and Kota
Bharti Airtel has rolled out its 5G services in three cities of Rajasthan: Jaipur, Udaipur, and Kota.
