(Revised: August 23, 2022)
In the recently completed 5G spectrum auction, Reliance Jio overtook the competition to become the top telecom provider. And, according to PM Modi, the services should begin shortly; but, once they do, the demand for 5G cellphones is anticipated to rise at a CAGR of 6%.
Additionally, it is anticipated that 600 million 5G devices would be shipped by 2026, up from 300 million in 2021. As a result, more people will embrace 5G smartphones over the course of the next four years. To meet this increasing demand, all Indian smartphone manufacturers have already begun rolling out 5G devices. However, if you want to check if your device is 5G compatible, you should take these actions.
Steps To Check That Your Phone Is 5G Compatible Or Not
Step 1: First, open the settings of the smartphone. Tap on the Wi-Fi and Network option.
Step 2: Now, tap on the SIM and Network option. Then, you have to open the Preferred network type option to see all technologies. And, if it supports 5G services, then it will be listed there.
A 5G service launch by Reliance Jio is possible on August 29, 2022.
It is important to note that Reliance Jio, the largest telecom provider in India, is anticipated to introduce its 5G services at its forthcoming annual general meeting on August 29, 2022. Additionally, according to a number of speculations, the corporation may release its 5G smartphone that day.
Notably, Google built the 5G smartphone, which is expected to cost less than Rs. 10,000.
Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone-Idea, and Adani Data Network Pay First Instalment for 5G Spectrum Auction
For Unbeknownst to many, Jio acquired 24,740MHz of the 5G airwaves, while Airtel was able to secure 19867.8MHz and Vodafone-Idea was able to secure 3300MHz. In order to cover the initial portion of the spectrum payment, all of these telecom providers as well as Adani Data Network have contributed Rs. 17,873 crores.
Additionally, Airtel paid Rs. 8312.4 crores, or four annual instalments in advance, while Vodafone-Idea cleared Rs. 1,679.98 crores. Reliance Jio paid Rs. 7,864.78 crores. The Adani Data Network, on the other hand, has cleared Rs. 18.94 crores.
