Vodafone Idea springs ahead as the fastest 4G of India as per Ookla

In recent times, it felt as if the world was caught in a limbo. Challenge after challenge, the new normal was sinking its teeth into our old lifestyles, making us realise the impermanence of it all. But thanks to the small joys, the world manoeuvred the curveball that 2020 was. What also helped was a fast internet connection.
While people were confined to their homes, the internet on their phones, laptops & TV enabled them to explore the delights of virtual connectivity.People found their wings in different pursuits. Video calls with colleagues made up for the missing office vibe. Binge-watching favourite shows and movies was just another way to dive into other worlds.
As mobile internet becomes increasingly relevant, Ookla - a service that tests network performance across metrics such as speeds, coverage, and latency - dubbed Vodafone Idea (Vi™) as the fastest 4G in India during October - December 2020 with the fastest mean 4G download and upload speeds.
Vi™ was built on the strength of the world's largest integration, following Vodafone and Idea’s merger. But even as the integration began two years ago, there were already reports of increased speeds, with the integrated network becoming the fastest in many cities and states. With the launch complete of Vi™ , all of India can enjoy its quick network experience.
While people have enjoyed the perks of a speedy internet connection, a fascinating detail here is the change in belief from the pre-pandemic life. Most people had not realised that digital could be a way of life in its entirety. But once the pandemic had our daily lives in a snare, the power of the internet came through. It was used extensively in all walks of life.
For instance, fitness practitioners took their businesses online, with video calls playing a vital role. Or for that matter, after an exhausting day of PPTs and spreadsheets, the joy of seeing a loved one’s face. The person is miles away, but how at that moment, the distance did not matter, and what followed was a freewheeling session of anecdotes and shared memories, through shared screens. What matters in these situations, is that you have nothing but the best network experience.
In today’s times, a day without the internet is unfathomable. And in such a scenario, Ookla’s validation of Vi™ helps because internet today transcends connectivity. Individuals, businesses and communities harness its power for endless possibilities. This makes it even more critical to invest in a connection like Vi™ that will have one’s back every step of the way with its fastest 4G network.
Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of Vi™ by Times Internet’s Spotlight team.