Vodafone Idea (Vi) has demonstrated 5G Voice over New Radio (VoNR) with Nokia during the 5G trials in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
The VoNR solution will enable Vi to offer its subscribers high-definition voice experience over 5G, as well as several advanced voice applications and use cases in the future.
Vi, the third largest mobile network operator in India, is conducting 5G trials on 5G spectrum in Gandhinagar, Gujarat and Pune in Maharashtra.
Vi engineers have conducted the VoNR trial on Nokia’s solutions including its AirScale 5G RAN, 5G Core and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) voice core.
“We are testing technology solutions for offering superior network experience and use cases of relevance to digital enterprises and consumers, during our 5G Trials,” Jagbir Singh, CTO of Vodafone Idea, said.
Earlier, Vi recorded Internet speeds in excess of 4 Gbps during its 5G trials with Nokia in Gandhinagar. Vi also showcased consumer use cases such as AI based VR streaming, Roller Coaster Gaming, VR 5G Connected Schools and 360 degree VR Content Playback.
Vi has used Nokia’s 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) and 5G core to demonstrate secure network slicing use case, as well as trialed the utilisation of 5G in mid-band to provide rural broadband connectivity in Gandhinagar.
