Reliance Jio unveils JioPhone Next's key features ahead of Diwali launch

Business Standard Reliance Jio unveils JioPhone Next's key features ahead of Diwali launch

Reliance Jio on Monday confirmed operating system and processor details of the JioPhone Next ahead of Diwali launch. Announced at the Reliance Industries’ annual general meeting earlier this year, the JioPhone Next will be powered by Google Android operating system-based Pragati OS and Qualcomm processor.

According to Reliance Jio, the Pragati OS, powered by Android, is an operating system built specifically for India and is at the heart of JioPhone Next. It has been engineered by best minds at

Jio and Google with an objective to bring Pragati (progress) for all, while offering truly seamless experience at affordable cost.

As for the processor, Jio said the Qualcomm processor on the JioPhone Next will deliver optimised connectivity and location technologies along with optimisations in device performance, audio and battery.

The information came courtesy a short video titled ‘Making of JioPhone Next’ released by Reliance Jio on Monday. In the video, the telecom giant also previewed its upcoming budget smartphone.

“In a short span of 5 years, Jio has become a household name in India. With 430 million users, its services span geographies, economic and social classes. With JioPhone Next, Jio plans to take a decisive step towards its vision of democratising digital connectivity in India. JioPhone Next is Made in India, Made for India and Made by Indians.

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