Unlike Jio Fiber, AirFiber will not be constrained by physical infrastructure limitations such as optical fibres and will be able to provide broader coverage.
Jio AirFiber Launch: Reliance Jio is going to launch Jio AirFiber, a wireless internet solution today, September 19. This service is intended for both homes and offices and offers impressive speeds of up to 1.5 Gbps, making it ideal for activities like high-definition video streaming, online gaming, and lag-free video conferencing. Jio, on its website, describes the AirFiber as a device that is capable of delivering “fiber-like speed over the air without any wires”. Using it is as simple as plugging it in and powering it on for gigabyte-speed internet. The product was first announced by Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani during the company’s 46th Annual General Meeting on August 28.
The device is expected to come with features like parental controls, support for Wi-Fi 6 that offers faster speeds and better connectivity for multiple devices, and integrated security firewall. It is a wireless service, so users can take it with them wherever they go.
What is Jio AirFiber?
Reliance Jio’s 5G-powered fixed wireless access (FWA) internet service would utilise a plug-and-play wireless routers to deliver internet via Wi-Fi. Unlike traditional broadband services, such as Jio Fiber, which rely on optical fibre cables, Jio AirFiber would establish direct connections with Jio towers through wireless router receivers. With built-in Wi-Fi capabilities, the router would broadcast internet services wirelessly. Essentially, this means that the router would receive internet-ready 5G network signals without the need for optical fibre wires, which would then be wirelessly distributed to connected devices.
Difference between Jio Fiber and Jio AirFiber
Unlike Jio Fiber, AirFiber will not be constrained by physical infrastructure limitations such as optical fibres and will be able to provide broader coverage.
The AirFiber is also expected to surpass the 1 Gbps speeds offered by Jio Fiber. However, the speed could vary depending on the signal strength of its nearest Jio Tower.
Expected Pricing for Jio AirFiber
Jio AirFiber is expected to be more expensive compared to traditional optical fibre-based JioFiber. However, it may undercut its direct competitor, Airtel, by offering AirFiber services starting at Rs 4,435 for a 6-month subscription.