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Now Jio Phone Next launch on the occasion of Diwali 4 November 2021 this year.

Jio Phone next will be available in the country(India) from September 10. The smartphone is the telco's budget Android phone that has been developed in the partnership with Google. It is said to an ultra - affordable 4G smartpone which is aimed towards mobile users who are still using 2G phones.

To recall, the handset was announced at Reliance Jio's anual general meeting (AGM) 2021. It is expected to be priced around Rs. 3,500 and may come with featured like HD Display and up to 3 GB of RAM, Here are the confirmed and speculated features of Jio Phone Next

Confirmed 

Jio Phone Next to run on Android Go operating system

Jio Phone Next will be powered by Google's Android Go operating system. The OS will be based on Android 11 and will offer basics Android phone experience to its users.

Will Jio Phone Next support other SIM cards?

The Jio Phone Next supports dual SIM, which means it will be able to support non-Jio SIM cards as well, much like the JioPhone 2. With the Jio Phone 2, one SIM slot was locked for Jio while the other slot could support Airtel, Vi, or any other SIM card. We expect to see the same with the Jio Phone Next as well.

Is Jio Phone Next a 5G smartphone?

No, the Jio Phone Next is not a 5G phone. While the telco does have plans to bring out affordable 5G phones in the future, the Jio Phone Next is not one of them. The smartphone supports 4G LTE only, which will allow Jio to price the device more aggressively in the entry-level market.

What are Jio Phone Next specifications?

Jio Phone Next specs have not been officially revealed but there have been a few leaks on the same. According to reports, the Jio Phone Next features a 5.5-inch HD display with thick bezels on the top and bottom. The phone is powered by the Qualcomm 215 chipset, which is an entry-level processor that has powered a few Nokia phones in the past. The chipset will be paired with 2GB or 3GB RAM along with 16GB or 32GB internal storage.

The Jio 4G smartphone will run on Android 11 (Go edition), though it might look different as Google announced a special version of Android OS designed for the Jio Phone Next. As for the cameras, the Jio Phone Next will come with a 13MP primary rear camera and an 8MP front camera. The handset will pack a 2,500mAh battery, as per rumours.

What about Jio Phone Next features?

Jio Phone Next features were revealed on stage at the AGM 2021. The handset comes with a voice assistant for hands-free operation, automatic read-aloud of screen text, and language translation. The Jio Phone Next also features a smart camera with augmented reality filters.

It will offer language and translation features, a great camera, and support for the latest Android updates. It is built for India and it will open up new possibilities for millions of new users who will experience the internet for the very first time. And we can’t wait to show you the device later this year,” said Sundar Pichai, Google CEO.