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Regulatory

TRAI Denies Multiple SIM Card Charges

Recently, rumors have circulated suggesting that the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) plans to impose charges on customers for holding multiple SIM cards or numbering resources. These speculations are entirely baseless and misleading. TRAI categorically denies any such intentions and emphasizes that the claims are unfounded. The speculation that TRAI intends to impose charges […]

Telecom Industry

More on BSNL SIM Card Home Delivery

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has started home delivery of SIM cards to its customers, though this service is currently limited to Gurugram and Ghaziabad. This service is available for prepaid connections, and customers can order a SIM card by visiting their website. BSNL has partnered with Prune to provide this service, aligning with the […]

Informative

eSIM Will Change the Mobile Market

New research highlights the transformative potential of eSIMs in the mobile industry, particularly their impact on consumers. Analyst firm CCS Insight believes the shift from physical SIMs to eSIMs will empower customers to manage their subscriptions more effectively. Currently, eSIMs make up a small segment of the global mobile market, with only 150 million users […]

Telecom Industry

India Registers 1.1 Crore SIM Porting Requests in February 2024

In February 2024, Indian telecom users made over 1 crore requests to port their SIM cards. Mobile number portability (MNP) allows consumers to switch to another telecom operator’s network while retaining their existing phone number. After porting, users simply need to obtain a new SIM card from their chosen operator, ensuring continuity of service. According […]

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IoT SIM Card Meaning | Everything About IoT SIM Card | M2M Sim Card

IoT SIM Card / M2M SIM Card Meaning: The Internet of Things (IoT) SIM card, also known as an M2M (Machine-to-Machine) SIM card or simply IoT SIM, is a specialized type of subscriber identity module (SIM) card designed specifically for IoT devices. These SIM cards facilitate the connectivity of various IoT devices to cellular networks, […]

Regulatory

IoT SIM Cards Gets TRAI Recommendations

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued recommendations aimed at enhancing the scope of 5G applications across various sectors by mandating certain requirements for embedded SIMs (eSIMs) in IoT devices. These recommendations, released on Thursday, address regulatory challenges in the IoT landscape, encompassing devices like smart meters, agricultural sensors, and more, which are […]

Regulatory

SIM Card Port Rules Updated by TRAI

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has made amendments to the mobile number portability (MNP) regulations originally introduced in 2009. This marks the ninth amendment to the regulations, with the latest change addressing the issue of SIM card swapping. When a subscriber loses their SIM card or it becomes damaged, they typically request a […]

Worldwide Innovation

Android Users Gain Ability to Transfer eSIMs Across Devices

As we inch closer to a future where eSIMs replace physical SIM cards entirely, Google has quietly introduced its eSIM transfer tool for Android, signaling a step toward streamlined device setup and management. Reportedly, an Android Police reader setting up a Galaxy S24 Ultra observed the option to transfer their eSIM from an LG V60 […]

Regulatory Telecom Industry

Telecom Department Issues Notice to Vodafone Idea Over KYC Rule Violations

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has raised concerns against Vodafone Idea (Vi) for allegedly providing mobile connections to corporate clients without adhering to the mandatory “know your customer” (KYC) procedures for end-users. This action is seen as a violation of India’s customer verification regulations aimed at preventing cyber fraud. In a letter dated December 29, […]