The era of Reliance Jio has transformed in India following its entry into the cellular market eight months ago. Today, over 100 million Indian consumers are armed with Jio SIMs, a number that includes those who have exclusively turned to Jio for their connectivity. This mobile connectivity powerhouse has significantly altered the telecommunications landscape of the nation. Prior to Jio, India possessed fewer 4G users, but it has now ascended to be one of the globe's top consumers of 4G mobile data. The impact of Jio is profound, not just increasing mobile data use but also resetting 4G internet pricing within the country. The cost of cellular data in India has now plummeted, ranking it among the most affordable in the world.

The surge in mobile data use has spurred growth in the smartphone industry as well. The need for 4G smartphones has soared to unprecedented levels. One of Jio's key offerings is its 4G-only network, which distinguishes itself from networks being typically capable of voice and video calling. Despite being just the newest on the block, the Indian telco has gained prominence for its advanced Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and Video over LTE (ViLTE) solutions for voice and video communications, respectively.

While a plethora of smartphones offer 4G LTE compatibility, not all are equipped to utilize the full potential of VoLTE or ViLTE. That's where the Jio4GVoice app steps in, bridging the gap by providing an interface over 4G LTE handsets. Though this app meets the basic needs, it also demands a considerable drain on resources, including battery life, which can be a letdown on budget phones.

VoLTE and ViLTE native support are preferable due to their superior battery efficiency and seamless user experience. When shopping for a new smartphone, ensuring your device supports these features is a no-brainer.

Manufacturers, including those that predated Jio's debut, had overlooked VoLTE and ViLTE capabilities in their devices. However, there's an ongoing effort to catch up through firmware updates.

While the list of VoLTE or ViLTE compatible smartphones online may be extensive, it mostly撇去了2017 models and earlier. To keep you informed, we've compiled a database centered around the latest handsets, categorized by brand, that are on the market and compatible with 4G LTE, VoLTE, and ViLTE.

Please be advised that the compatibility information provided here is focused on VoLTE as most devices have yet to receive a firmware update for ViLTE functionality. Yet, it's generally understood that devices supporting VoLTE should also have the means to enable ViLTE if the OEM activate it. The majority of devices that have been given VoLTE support have also received the added benefit of ViLTE.

An updated list specifically encompassing ViLTE-enabled smartphones will be presented in a future publication.

Apple

Apple iPhone 6

Apple iPhone 6 Plus

Apple iPhone 6S

Apple iPhone 6S Plus

Apple iPhone 7

Apple iPhone 7 Plus

Apple iPhone SE

Apple iPhone 5

Apple iPhone 5C

Apple iPhone 5S

Samsung

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We have endeavored to include as many smartphones as possible. If you spot any omissions, feel free to bring them to our attention in the comments section below.