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The government believes that using drones and balloons for telecom connectivity is a much more convenient option during disasters as compared to setting up new mobile sites.
Stay updated with the latest in Indian tech and telecom: Samsung launches Galaxy F55 5G, Lava teases Yuva 5G, and new trends in affordable 5G phones. Discover the impact of telecom infrastructure investments, GST updates for telcos, and more.
Bharti Airtel has reported a 7.8% increase in annual revenue, reaching nearly 1,500 billion rupees, driven by 4G and 5G customer additions. Despite forex losses impacting net profit, Airtel continues to expand its market presence in India and Africa.
This article delves into Reliance Jio's significant contributions to India's 5G adoption, as highlighted in the latest Ookla report. With a focus on India, 5G, and Jio, we examine the advancements in network deployment, the competitive landscape with Airtel, and the broader implications for connectivity, digital services, and economic growth in India.
India's Department of Telecommunications prepares for a substantial spectrum auction on May 20, offering 10,523.15MHz across multiple bands. This follows the extensive 5G rollout last year, with expectations set more conservatively this time around. The auction includes bands such as 800MHz, 900MHz, and 26GHz, excluding the heavily pursued 700MHz band from last year. The focus remains on bolstering the nation's telecom infrastructure while navigating through the telecom sector's current dynamics and the broader implications for India's digital ambitions.
In this 183rd episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:
1. FCC probes AT&T's recent outage
2. T-Mobile finally gets its Auction 108 Spectrum, could supercharge T-Mobile’s rural push
3. Sateliot readies four NB-IoT satellites for deployment supporting 5G NR
4. Dish won’t buy T-Mobile’s 800 MHz spectrum, setting up for an auction
5. Will’s visit and impressions tied to John Deere 5G connected factory tour ahead of his Forbes contribution
6. India is set to have another big 5G auction this year
Through a partnership with STEP, Ericsson leverages Private 5G to elevate Toyota Material Handling’s operational efficiency, extending carrier coverage for improved communication, predictive maintenance, and fleet management capabilities.
Leading Indian telcos, recognizing the value of premium post-paid plans with bundled services including OTT subscriptions, are strategically enhancing ARPU without immediate tariff increases.
India has surged to become the world's second-largest mobile phone manufacturer, with a dramatic increase in production and exports, positioning itself as a global leader in electronics.
Explore the transformative impact of the Biden-Harris Administration's $42 million investment in Open RAN and wireless technology development through the Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund.
AT&T's Internet Air, their FWA service, is now available in 59 markets with an enhanced self-installation process.
Discover the potential changes in 5G data plans by Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, signaling the end of free 5G services. Learn about the pricing strategies and the latest 5G testing developments.

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