Reliance to bring JioPhone Next as a Diwali Gift for Indian Consumers

By Shivangi Agarwal • Updated On Oct 25, 2021

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Earlier this year, Reliance announced a new smartphone called JioPhone Next for the Indian Market. JioPhone Next is a 4G budget smartphone for those who want more specs at low prices. Reliance’s Mukesh Ambani announced that the phone would go on sale in September, but then it got delayed due to component shortages.

Now, Reliance has finally given a date for the launch of JioPhone Next and it is launching on November 4, exactly on Diwali Day in India. Although several reports have said that the JioPhone Next would cost Rs. 3499 for the base model, the exact pricing details will be unveiled at the launch day.

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JioPhone Next Specs- What we know so far

The smartphone will run a customized version of Android and come with features like automatic-read-aloud of screen text, language translation, Google Assistant, smart camera, augmented reality, etc. It will feature Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 chipset and have 2GB of RAM for the base model. The phone will have up to 32GB of internal storage capacity and pre-loaded apps like Jio TV, Jio Saavn, MyJio, etc.

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JioPhone Next will have a 13MP rear and 8MP front camera with thick bezels at the front. It will pack a 5.5-inch HD+ display with a pixel resolution of 720×1440 along with having a 2500mAh battery under the hood. Reliance has also partnered with companies like Google and Qualcomm to make their smartphone even better. To know more about JioPhone Next, click here.

Shivangi Agarwal

Shivangi is a tech writer at Smartprix, where she covers consumer technology news with a focus on smartphones, wearables, laptops, and the evolving world of OTT streaming. Since joining the team in August 2021, she has written over 120 in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides aimed at helping readers navigate the ever-changing tech landscape.

With a strong foundation in English literature and education, Shivangi brings clarity, insight, and a reader-first approach to every story. Her expertise lies in breaking down complex features into accessible, practical insights—whether she’s reviewing the latest smartphone or exploring trends in infotainment.

Shivangi holds a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in English, along with a B.Ed in English and Social Studies. She is based in Faridabad, India. You can follow her work on Smartprix or connect with her for tech-related queries.

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