Airtel announces VoLTE services in Kolkata

Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”) has announced the launch of its VoLTE services in Kolkata. Airtel VoLTE, which works over 4G, will enable customers across the city to enjoy HD quality voice calls with faster call set-up time. Customers can call any mobile, landline network using Airtel VoLTE.

Over 100 4G smartphone models are now compatible with Airtel VoLTE, allowing customers to enjoy HD calling with faster call set-up time on India’s leading smartphone network. With the best of devices from popular brands like Apple, Samsung, OnePlus, and Xiaomi, customers can now choose from the best of flagship 4G smartphones including the iPhone X, iPhone 8 Series, Samsung S7 & S7 Edge, OnePlus 5 & 5T to enjoy Airtel VoLTE services.

Sameer Anjaria, CEO, West Bengal & Odisha, Bharti Airtel, said, “We are delighted to extend our VoLTE footprint to Kolkata with the launch of our services today. Complementing our world-class 4G network, VoLTE will add to the customer experience and our range of smartphone offerings.”

There will be no additional data charges for VoLTE and calls will be billed as per existing plan or packs benefits. Airtel’s wide 4G network coverage enables seamless connectivity on Airtel VoLTE and in case of non-availability of 4G network, Airtel VoLTE calls will automatically fall back on 3G/2G network to ensure that customers continue to stay connected at all times.