Vodafone Idea in talks with Samsung to expand 4G, 5G with vRAN solutions

Vodafone Idea is in active discussions with Samsung regarding new technologies, including virtualised Radio Access Network (vRAN) solutions, for their 4G and 5G implementations, the company said in a statement.

During the last 12 to 18 months, the two companies have carried out network trials in Chennai.

Encouraged by the favourable trial outcomes and performance matching on par with current suppliers, Vodafone Idea has extended Samsung deployments to the Karnataka and Bihar regions.