Million of iPhones and other internet-enabled smartphones using Vodafone's network have been severely troubled from the past few weeks. The glitch in the connection is causing customers to miss calls largely delayed text messages and problems using 3G data.

Midst of soaring complaints, the telecom giant has finally acknowledged the issue. It is claimed that many of whom did not discerned a connection flaw, rather blamed it on their phone.

On Monday the Supreme Court suspended trial in the tax case in opposition to Vodafone to November 15 subsequent to the telecom company hunted time to undergo the Rs. 11,218 crore tax notification dispatched by the Income Tax department.

Essar Group has informed that it has not taken any decision on the option to sell its stake in the joint venture with the British based mobile phone operator, Vodafone. Essar had 33% of stake in this telecom joint venture with Vodafone. However, the company has still time till May 2011 to make the decision on the JV.

Vodafone has offered a portable wireless hotspot option that aids users to connect wirelessly with up to 5 mobile devices to the internet.

Electricpig reports that the Vodafone Mobile Wi-Fi comes with feature to connect 5 mobile devices with the aid of 3G or HSDPA networks whichever is available.

In normal circumstance the mobile Wi-Fi hotspot might offer speeds up to 7.2 Mbps.

Telecom service provider, Vodafone has launched its new solar powered mobile phone, VF 247 in the Indian market.

The VF 247 will be the first solar powered phone from the company and will attract those who intend to reduce energy consumption for environmental reasons and also masses in the rural areas where the electric supply is unreliable.

One of India's leading cellular services providers, Vodafone Essar, announced that in Dubai between the period of January 28th and February 28, 2010; there would be 'unmatched' rates for its customers roaming. On Friday, a Vodafone release said in Hyderabad that this period coincides with the World renowned shopping festival in the city.

Aramex has announced that it has clinched an agreement with Vodafone Qatar.

The sources said that the arrangement has been signed with the aim to provide network logistics, retail distribution, logistics management, various express and freight shipping.

As per the agreement terms, the company will also offer inventory management, provision of warehouse space for storage of handsets, SIM cards and marketing material.