
Qualcomm announced a global coalition at MWC Barcelona 2026 to accelerate AI‑native 6G development, targeting commercial deployments from 2029. The roadmap emphasizes networks that learn, adapt, and optimise in real time, promising dynamic spectrum use and energy efficiency. Indian operators Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have already joined early‑stage ecosystem discussions, positioning themselves ahead of the technology curve. In contrast, Vodafone Idea has not yet signaled participation, highlighting a potential competitive gap.

Bharti Airtel and Google have teamed up to launch a carrier‑backed Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging platform in India, accessible via Google Messages on Android phones. The service combines Airtel’s network intelligence with Google’s RCS infrastructure and AI‑driven spam detection,...

Vodafone Idea (Vi) topped the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s (TRAI) voice‑calling test in Delhi, posting a zero‑percent drop‑call rate and a perfect 100 % call‑setup success rate. Airtel and Jio trailed with 0.39 % and 0.53 % drop rates respectively, while MTNL...
Xiaomi announced that its Pad 8 5G tablet will launch in India on February 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM. The device is expected to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, an 11.2‑inch 3.2K display with a 144 Hz refresh rate, and a 9200 mAh battery supporting 45 W...
Bharti Airtel launched a Rs 1099 prepaid plan that includes unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day and a combined 300 GB of 4G/5G data every 28 days. The offering is valid for 84 days, extending beyond the typical monthly cycle. While...
Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G design was leaked ahead of the company’s Unpacked event scheduled for February 25, 2026. The leak, posted by YouTuber Sahi Karoul, shows a high‑end device priced at AED 12,000 (approximately Rs 296,000) before official release. The...