The JioPhone Next which is expected to be available before Diwali 2021 was announced sometime back but not much was revealed about the specifications and software of the phone. However, a recent video on the manufacture of the smartphone has revealed some new details.
This includes the presence of ProgressOS, which appears to be Jio’s own skin based on Android Forum. Jio describes PragatiOS as an “operating system specially built for India and at the heart of JioPhone Next.”
At the moment it is not clear which Android version the phone will come with. More details on how many years of system updates and security updates will be included is still a mystery. Check out the video below.
The video also reveals that the JioPhone Next will cater to the general public, including first-time smartphone users. will include Google Assistant, and will encourage users to read the text aloud and use features like real-time translation.
Jio also revealed that the JioPhone Next is completely made in India, and will feature an undisclosed Qualcomm chipset.
Other Specifications and Features
The design of the phone can be seen at the bottom with a microUSB port, a 13MP single rear camera with LED flash, generous bezels at the top and bottom of the phone.
Reliance Jio announced its JioPhone Next smartphone at the RIL AGM 2021 event. The phone was originally scheduled to be available for purchase from September, but due to delays, the launch was postponed to a later date “for the Diwali festive season”.
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