Vodafone Idea partners with Samsung for 4G and 5G network deployment

NEW DELHI: Telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has partnered with South Korean electronics giant Samsung for deploying virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN) solutions.

vRAN is a key technology for Vi’s upcoming 4G and 5G network rollout in India.

In a press release, Vi said that they have been engaged in discussions and network trials with Samsung in Chennai for the past 12-18 months.