News Excerpt: 

Voice calling over VoLTE was truly a game-changer. Now it's time for this feature to showcase itself into 5G-enabled VoNR (Voice over 5G).

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The introduction of VoLTE in India and the significant improvements it brought to voice calling quality is remarkable. Now, with the advent of 5G, there's anticipation surrounding the evolution to Vo5G or Voice over New Radio (VoNR), seen as the future standard for voice calls on 5G networks.

• VoLTE in India (2016): VoLTE revolutionized voice calling with its clear quality, contrasting the previous muffled 3G/2G call experiences. It marked a significant upgrade, ensuring WhatsApp-like voice clarity without constant repetitions.
• Introduction of Vo5G (Voice over 5G): Vo5G, also known as VoNR (Voice over New Radio), represents the future standard for voice calls on 5G networks. Utilizes 5G network advancements—speed, capacity, responsiveness—to enhance voice calling experiences.
• Advantages of VoNR over VoLTE: VoNR offers superior call quality due to advanced audio codecs leveraging 5G's increased data capacity. Faster call connection times attributed to reduced network latency of 5G. Enhanced reliability and continuity in calls with lower packet loss, reducing voice cutouts.
• Improvements over Drop Issues in India: VoNR aims to resolve drop issues experienced during network switches from 5G to 4G for VoLTE calls. With VoNR, 4G should remain dormant on 5G-supported phones, eliminating delays or drops during calls.
• Requirements for Vo5G: Users need a compatible phone supporting Vo5G, a carrier offering Vo5G services, and 5G network coverage in their area. Most phones released after 2022 with 5G likely support VoNR by default, while carrier support is crucial for accessing Vo5G.
• VoNR's Status in India: VoNR is not yet available in India, despite ongoing 5G rollout by major carriers. Reports suggest Reliance Jio has been testing VoNR to ensure seamless integration with existing 4G VoLTE and new 5G networks.
• Anticipated VoNR Availability: The specific timeline for VoNR in India remains uncertain, but Reliance Jio might be among the first to roll out VoNR services. Competitors like Airtel and Vi are expected to follow suit quickly after its introduction by Reliance Jio.

Conclusion: 

VoNR represents the evolution of voice calling in the 5G era, offering superior quality and reliability for users. Its introduction signifies a natural progression as networks continue to evolve with the adoption of 5G technology.