Reliance Jio’s AirFiber service, a fixed-wireless access (FWA) solution, is now available in several thousand cities across India. Leveraging Jio’s 5G network slice created using indigenous technology, Jio AirFiber offers high-speed broadband speeds wirelessly, akin to fiber connections. While the service promises impressive speeds, many potential users are unclear about what exactly they get with a Jio AirFiber connection. Here’s a detailed explanation of Jio AirFiber, its offerings, and what you receive with a new connection.
Jio AirFiber Plans
Jio AirFiber plans are competitively priced compared to JioFiber plans. While we won’t delve deeply into the plans here, you can read more about them in our dedicated article here. For now, let’s focus on what you get when you purchase a Jio AirFiber connection.
What You Get with a Jio AirFiber Connection
With a Jio AirFiber connection, you receive four main components:
- Installation:
- Annual Plans: Free installation is included with any annual plan.
- Short-term Plans: A Rs 1000 installation fee applies for short-term plans.
- Outdoor Unit:
- This unit is installed at a fixed spot on a wall outside your home. It connects to Jio’s 5G network and supplies data to the indoor Wi-Fi router.
- Indoor Wi-Fi Router:
- The router is placed inside your home and provides wireless internet connectivity.
- 4G TV Set-Top Box (STB):
- This comes free with your connection. Although it does not support linear TV channels, you can use it to access IPTV services through the JioTV+ app and various OTT (over-the-top) apps to stream your favorite content.
Comparison with JioFiber
Jio AirFiber is quite similar to JioFiber in terms of service, with the key difference being the inclusion of an outdoor unit for the former. This makes Jio AirFiber a viable option for locations where traditional fiber connections are unavailable or impractical. However, if JioFiber is available in your area, it may be a better choice due to potentially more stable connections and established infrastructure.
Jio AirFiber offers a robust solution for high-speed internet connectivity using Jio’s advanced 5G network. With the service, you get essential components like an outdoor unit, an indoor Wi-Fi router, and a free 4G TV Set-Top Box, along with free installation on annual plans. While it provides a great alternative to fiber connections, consider opting for JioFiber if it’s available in your location for possibly better reliability and performance.
