Voice over WiFi Latest News
 Recently, the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced the nationwide rollout of Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi).
About Voice over WiFi
- It is a technology that allows voice calls over Wi-Fi networks, bypassing traditional cellular networks.
- It enables customers to make and receive voice calls and messages over a Wi-Fi network.
- VoWiFi is an IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS)-based service using the customer’s existing mobile number and phone dialer, without the need for third-party applications.
- It is also known as Wi-Fi Calling.
- Working of Voice over Wi-Fi: It works by utilizing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology to transmit voice data as digital packets over an internet connection.
- It's built directly into your phone's operating system and works seamlessly with your existing phone number and contacts.
Advantages of Voice over WiFi
- It ensures clear and reliable connectivity in areas with weak mobile signal such as homes, offices, basements, and remote locations.
- It helps reduce network congestion and is offered free of cost, with no additional charges for Wi-Fi calls.
- It ensures clear and reliable connectivity in areas with weak mobile signals such as homes, offices, basements, and remote locations.
Source: PIB
Voice over WiFi FAQs
Q1: Which technology does VoWiFi use to transmit voice data?
Ans: Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology
Q2: What is the benefit of VoWiFi?
Ans: Better call quality in areas with poor cellular coverage
