- With the launch of VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolution) in 2016, India saw a considerable boost in call quality, enabling better voice conversations compared to 3G/2G networks.
- With the introduction of 5G in India, there is great excitement for a new calling standard, Vo5G (Voice over 5G), which is already in use in some countries.
About
- Vo5G, also known as Voice over New Radio (VoNR), is the next generation of voice calling that uses 5G networks to transmit voice.
- It takes advantage of 5G’s speed, capacity, and responsiveness to improve voice call quality.
- While Vo5G is gaining popularity internationally, it is still in its early phases in nations such as India.
The Differences Between VoNR and VoLTE
- Call Quality: Because of 5G’s increased bandwidth, VoNR provides greater call quality with enhanced audio codecs.
- Connection Time: Because 5G networks have lower latency, call connections using VoNR are quicker.
- VoNR offers improved call continuity with decreased packet loss, potentially lowering voice cut-outs.
- VoNR attempts to prevent call dropouts that occur during the transition from 5G to 4G for VoLTE calls.
Requirements
- Users must have a Vo5G-compatible phone, which is normally accessible in phones produced after 2022 with 5G capability.
- Carrier Support: A network provider that provides Vo5G services, as well as a package that includes Vo5G calling, are required.
- 5G Network Coverage: To utilise Vo5G effectively, you must be in an area with 5G network coverage.
In India, VoNR
- Availability: Despite the continuing 5G deployment in key cities, VoNR is not yet available in India.
- Carrier Testing: According to reports, leading carriers such as Reliance are testing VoNR for seamless integration with existing 4G and 5G networks.
- date: The precise date for the general availability of VoNR in India is unknown.
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/what-is-vo5g-vonr-when-coming-to-5g-india-jio-airtel-vi-9050375/#:~:text=In%20simple%20terms%2C%20Vo5G%20takes,with%20past%20leaps%20like%20VoLTE.