Airtel Launches Xstream Set-Top Box And Xstream Stick: Check All The Details Here

Airtel has now finally announced the launch of its digital platform Xstream to counter Reliance Jio's upcoming home broadband services. The company has also launched two devices -- the Airtel Xstream Stick and the Airtel Xstream Box.

Both Stick and Box are priced at Rs. 3,999 each and will be available on Flipkart, Airtel retail stores, Croma, and Vijay Sales from September 2. Besides, the company is offering Airtel Thanks benefits to its customers.

Here Are The Details:

Airtel Xstream Stick is an Android 8.0 Oreo based OTT stick which comes with built-in Chromecast and it is powered by a 1.6 GHz processor. The stick remote comes with voice-enabled search feature and Bluetooth 4.2. Notably, it will give you the access to movies and shows from OTT content partners like Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video.

However, Airtel Thanks Platinum and Gold customers get access to the content subscription plan on Airtel Xstream Stick. All other customers will get 30 days free subscription to the content and but first, they need to subscribe to a Rs. 999 annual plan.

Airtel Xstream Box

Airtel Xstream Box is powered by Android 9.0 and it features a 4K Hybrid Box. It brings satellite TV and OTT content together in one device. The newly launched box has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity and built-in Chromecast. It comes with a remote that features Google Assistant-based voice search and dedicated keys for Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Youtube. It allows users to choose from more than 500 TV channels.

The Airtel Xstream Box comes with a complimentary one-year subscription worth Rs. 999 to all content available on Airtel Xstream app and a one-month subscription to an HD DTH pack. Besides, all existing Airtel Digital TV customers can also upgrade to Airtel Xstream Box for Rs. 2,249.

Our Take

Ever since Jio has announced the launch of its 4K set-top box , almost all companies are launching such services. In fact, Dish TV has also launched Magic Stick few days back. So we believe that Airtel is all set to give tough a fight Jio and other players. However, Jio has not announced the pricing yet.