Author: Bharatnet
WiFi Range Upto 3 Kms!!!
Morse Micro, an Australian startup, has developed Wi-Fi technology with an impressive 3-kilometer range, addressing the common frustration of weak Wi-Fi signals experienced by many. This breakthrough is achieved through a wireless protocol called Wi-Fi HaLow, based on the IEEE 802.11ah standard. Unlike conventional Wi-Fi frequencies, Wi-Fi HaLow utilizes lower-frequency radio signals that propagate further, […]
Read More
Vodafone Idea Installs Emergency Calling Booths on Mumbai Pune Highway
Vodafone Idea (Vi), a leading telecom service provider in India, is implementing emergency calling booths along the Mumbai-Pune expressway to facilitate communication with relevant authorities during emergencies. This initiative is undertaken in collaboration with the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Ltd (MSRDC). Vi plans to install emergency calling booths every two kilometers along the expressway, […]
Read More
290 Million 6G Connections are Predicted within Two Years
Juniper Research predicts that 6G technology, slated for an official launch in 2029, will revolutionize wireless connectivity with downlink speeds potentially 1000 times faster than 5G. By 2030, an estimated 290 million 6G connections are projected globally, signaling a transformative leap in telecommunications. However, realizing this potential hinges on addressing significant technical hurdles, particularly network […]
Read More
DoT Foresees Revival of FDI in India’s Telecom Sector
India’s telecom sector is poised for a resurgence in foreign direct investment (FDI) over the next few years, buoyed by recent regulatory changes. The recent opening of satellite communications to the private sector and the introduction of the Telecommunications Act are expected to enhance the sector’s appeal and spur investment, according to analysts and industry […]
Read More
Telecom Regulator Fines Telcos Rs 110 Crore Over Pesky Calls
The government has intensified its crackdown on mobile operators in response to the increasing nuisance of persistent pesky calls and financial frauds. Telecom regulator Trai has imposed a fine of Rs 110 crore as a “financial disincentive” on operators. Additionally, the government has successfully recovered an amount of nearly Rs 1,000 crore, which was pilfered […]
Read More
Understanding WRC and the 6 GHz Spectrum Band
The 6 GHz spectrum has become a focal point of contention between telecom operators and technology companies, heralding significant implications for India’s wireless connectivity landscape. Here’s an overview of the ongoing conflict and its potential impact: Spectrum Potential and Current Usage The 6 GHz spectrum holds tremendous promise, capable of supporting internet speeds of up […]
Read More
Vodafone Idea Unveils IoT Smart Central for Enterprise Solutions
Vodafone Idea (Vi), India’s third-largest telecom operator, has introduced ‘IoT Smart Central’ tailored for its enterprise clientele, managed under Vi Business across the nation. This innovative platform offers enterprise customers access to a sophisticated, fully integrated, self-service IoT connectivity and device management solution. Through IoT Smart Central, enterprises gain the capability to monitor, control, and […]
Read More
Reliance Jio Brain Is Here
Reliance Jio, India’s leading telecom operator, has introduced an innovative AI (artificial intelligence) platform named ‘Jio Brain’. Developed over two years by hundreds of engineers at Jio Platforms, the platform aims to integrate machine learning capabilities seamlessly into various environments, including the telco network, enterprise network, or any industry-specific IT setup, without necessitating network or […]
Read More
Broadcasters Advocate Exclusion of OTT from Broadcast Bill Scope
The Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) has made an appeal to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to exempt OTT platforms from the Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill 2023, arguing that they differ substantially from linear broadcasting platforms. Representing major broadcasters such as Disney Star, Zee, Sony, and Viacom18, the IBDF proposed that the […]
Read More
India Shines in 5G Era Amidst Ericsson, Samsung Revenue Slump
In a landmark development marking the first record low year of the 5G era, Ericsson, and Samsung each reported a decline in overall sales for 2023 during their earnings calls. They cited macroeconomic challenges, a shrinking mobile network infrastructure market, and reduced spending by operators as contributing factors. The rapid 5G rollouts in India provided […]
Read More