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Hi everyone, As some of you know, I have both Airtel Xstream Fiber and JioFiber connections currently so I thought to make a speed test, latency and downloading comparsion thread for our readers. Notes: 1. Both connections are optical fiber internet connections (wireline fiber) 2. Both connections speed tests are done on the same device, connected using wifi to 5 GHz band and device was placed nearby the router for accuracy reasons 3. The tests were performed on the stock wifi ONTs...

Update #1 The revised Airtel Wi-Fi plans brochure as on May 2025 can be found here. Airtel Home WiFi (Fiber & AirFiber) Plans List as on April 2025 with all OTT benefits detailed.

Due to severe windstorms where I live, recently my Jio Fiber connection (outside) wire got tangled. While the connection was not disrupted, I wanted to keep the wiring tidy for a seamless experience. So I placed a call request from Jio Care using MyJio app. Immediately, I got a call from the Jio customer care associate. I politely explained my issue to her, and she raised a service request with the reason "Wiring Rework". She confirmed my preferred time slot and scheduled the SR for the...

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I am creating this thread to discuss about Airtel Xstream Fiber ONT Firmware Updates. Recently, the Zyxel AOT-5221ZY (wifi 6 supported) ONT was automatically updated to version to version R_2.17. The ONT's web configuration page (192.168.1.1) has some changes after the update. A new WAN Status table was added to the index page. However, still, the optical power details are not displayed. It is only showing some very basic details. Under Network Setting -> WAN under the GPON...

Airtel now offers buying Airtel Sim card through Blinkit in 16 cities Airtel Blinkit FAQs

After seeing here all the new posts on airtel xstream fiber, I decided to write my experience on completing 2 months with my airtel black connection. I raised a new connection request on 20th of February 2025, the connection got installed the next morning. I wanted to take 200Mbps plan but went with 40Mbps initially because my jiofiber prepaid connection had 1 month left and wanted to test airtel before completely switching to it. So, I took airtel black plan 699, which included fiber and...

Hi everyone, Wanted to share my experience after recently getting a new Airtel Xstream Fiber (FTTH) connection installed at my home. After a long wait, I finally got the connection installed. :) Plan & Booking: I opted for the base plan of ₹499/month (plus taxes), which offers 40 Mbps speed with unlimited data (FUP of 3333 GB/month which is more than enough for me). I chose the 4-month advance payment option during booking — total amount paid was ₹2355 (including taxes). The booking was...

Today, after quite some time of wait, I got Airtel Fiber installed with Airtel Black bundled subscription plan (Fiber + IPTV) connection. 🎉 I have chosen the 200 Mbps speed plan. So far the connection seems to be working well. I have paid Rs. 2500 as the booking amount which will be adjusted with upcoming bills. Installation is free and hardware is provided with the connection as long as we keep the connection active. I chose the newly launched AOT-5221ZY (wifi 6) ONT because the Nokia ONT...

ACT Fibernet had introduced new entertainment plans, bundling ETV WIN subscription. Cost wise, they are similar to the existing bundled plans.

The regulator has issued a directive, calling on carriers offering wireless access services to publish on their websites “the service-wise (2G/ 3G/ 4G/ 5G) geospatial coverage maps” for geographical areas where wireless voice or wireless broadband service is available for subscription by consumers. Further, to ensure compliance, telcos are required to meet the benchmark of QoS parameter, namely, availability of service-wise geospatial coverage map on a service provider’s website for...

The Indian government is set to increase its stake in Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) to approximately 48.99% following the conversion of outstanding spectrum auction dues into equity shares, the company disclosed today, March 30. This move aligns with the telecom sector relief package announced in September 2021. https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/telecom/vodafone-idea-share-price-government-stake-equity-conversion-19581855.htm

Today while randomly browsing the Airtel website, I found that they are in the process of updating their Airtel Black page with reduction of Digital TV (IPTV/DTH) benefits. 🤯 Digital TV benefits have been reduced from Rs. 350 worth TV Channels to Rs. 260 worth TV Channels for all Black plans on all plans. Since they are doing the update right now, I could grab screenshots of both old and new benefits side by side. 😛 This move comes after their recent DTH range products tariff hike: DDF...

JioHotstar which was previously discontinued is added back today in TataPlayFiber OTT bundle plans as well as updated in Tata Play Binge. Users can follow the same process to add JH back using Change one app feature if they already took a replacement OTT. The changes will reflect within 1 day , if after 1 day JH is not visible then raise a ticket through TataplayFiber app.

JioHotstar has been added back on Tata Play Binge. But getting "super" plan now instead of premium plan.

One time offer for All Airtel mobility (Postpaid & Prepaid) customers who purchase a Airtel Black subscription with new Wifi from 21st Mar. Coupons are not transferable and can be used against same Airtel Black ID only for which it has been issued ₹ 100 X 7 coupons credited to consumer at the time of Acquisition. Valid for 12 months from Date of first redemption of the coupon. Redeem one coupon per month on Airtel Black Wi-Fi bill only. Conditions Applicable for Black Wifi (FTTH, FWA)...

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In upcoming update we will get assistance facility of jio fiber stb related issues through AI powered video call to technician or customer care executive. This option will be added in diagnostic section in myjio app in near future for all jiofiber / jio airfiber users. A jio team called me today and told about this upcoming service.