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Dialog Axiata launches VoWiFi

By Sarah Chen
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Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata has launched what it says is the nation’s first voice over Wi-Fi calling service. The operator’s VoWiFi service does not require a third party app to be installed and allows calls to be received over Wi-Fi as if they were standard incoming calls. Dialog Axiata is offering five Huawei smartphones that support the VoWiFi service, and plans to extend it to other VoWiFi supported handsets from Samsung, Apple and other vendors in the near future.

“Dialog is committed to delivering the latest in technology and connectivity to all Sri Lankans, and VoWiFi is another key step in offering next generation solutions to our customers,” Dialog Axiata CTO Pradeep De Almeida said.

“We started this journey by enhancing the infrastructure in our network and migrating to a new state-of-the-art core network. For our customers, this means a better experience through greater agility and flexibility.”

Questions & Answers

Q.

Which specific mobile phone brands support Dialog Axiata's new VoWiFi service at launch?

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At launch, Dialog Axiata is offering five Huawei smartphones that are compatible with the VoWiFi service. The company plans to expand support to other brands like Samsung and Apple soon.

Q.

What is the main benefit of Dialog Axiata's VoWiFi service for users?

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The main benefit is that it allows calls to be received over Wi-Fi as if they were standard incoming calls, without requiring users to install any third-party applications.

Q.

What infrastructure changes did Dialog Axiata make to support this new service?

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Dialog Axiata enhanced its network infrastructure and migrated to a new, state-of-the-art core network. This foundational work was crucial for offering next-generation solutions like VoWiFi to its customers.

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