The country’s second largest telecom company, Airtel has launched a new service called ‘Priority Postpaid’. With this launch, Airtel becomes the first company in India to introduce 5G network slicing technology for mobile users. This new service is specially designed for users who require stable internet access throughout the day. It promises to provide its users with faster, more stable and consistent network performance. This service is available with all postpaid plans of Airtel, and existing prepaid users also have the option to migrate to it. Let’s take a closer look at how this service works and what its billing costs are.
How does 5G network slicing technology work?
This is a feature used in 5G technology that divides one physical network into multiple virtual networks. These “network slices” may be created for specific user groups or customized for specific purposes. Network slicing helps networks work more efficiently. Let’s take an example from Airtel: The company can provide exclusive network slices to premium users, ensuring that they have uninterrupted connectivity – even when the load on the entire network increases. 5G network slicing technology is already operational in countries like USA, UK and Malaysia; Airtel has now successfully started using it in India also. To use this service, users must have a 5G-enabled smartphone with the latest software updates installed.
What are the rates for Airtel Priority postpaid plan?
Billing for this service starts from ₹499 (plus GST). Under this plan, a single user gets Priority 5G access, unlimited data, and subscription to Airtel Xstream Play. The next tier is a plan of ₹699 (plus GST), which can be shared by two family members. Apart from the standard benefits, this plan also includes subscriptions to Amazon Prime and Disney+ Hotstar. The third plan is priced at ₹999 (plus GST) and can be shared among three users. This plan also includes subscriptions to Apple TV+ and Apple Music. The fourth plan is priced at ₹1,199 + GST; It can be used by up to four family members and includes priority benefits. The most expensive plan is priced at ₹1,749 + GST. Designed for a family of five, this plan also includes a Netflix subscription.
These are the additional benefits
Under this service, the validity of every postpaid plan is one month. Talking about additional benefits, users will get fast 5G speeds powered by Fastlane technology, fraud and spam alerts, unlimited internet data and calling, and 3,000 SMS.
