Jio's inflight service allows users to stay connected in the covered flight at above 20000 feet. Customers with active IFC packs will be able to use data, outgoing voice calls and SMS. The IFC plans are priced at Rs 499, Rs 699, and Rs 999.

The inter-ministerial group will meet every 15 days to sort out issues and expedite the process of approvals till the rollout of IFMC services stabilises

There is still no clarity on the pricing. However, it is anticipated that the cost will far surpass that of normal rates for mobile services.

A Turkish Airlines survey on aviation trend in India has said 50 per cent of the respondents prefer air travel to other modes of transport with most of them looking forward to having in-flight connectivity and onboard mobile phone calls.

The development comes as the aviation regulator on April 23 last allowed the use of electronic devices, including mobile phones, during flights. However, no transmitting activity will be allowed through the device.

The huge size of the Ascend Mate provides space for a large battery, with roughly three times the amount of energy stored in an iPhone battery.

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