Reliance Jio is the digital arm of parent company Reliance Industries Limited (RIL). Devised to function as an entire
digital ecosystem, Jio 4G services are set to commercially launch in the upcoming months on a pan-India scale.
JioFi 2
The company’s MyFi device is called JioFi and its latest variant JioFi 2 retails at Rs. 2,899. Currently, JioFi 2
is available for all prepaid customers although the brand aims to extend its coverage and encompass postpaid customers by
the end of the year.
In addition to the company’s 4G services, several other broadband services are expected to be launched. 4G LTE-
enabled smart phones are being sold under Jio’s LYF banner. Similarly, the company intends on selling the MiFi
devices under the brand name of Jio itself.
How to avail of JioFi devices
The device is now being commercially sold at a price of Rs. 2,899 which is inclusive of the Jio SIM card that grants
users access to free Jio 4G services. Users may avail of unlimited 4G data, calling, and SMS services for a period of three
months.
The device is to be sold without any invitation emails and interested individuals may simply visit any Reliance-
affiliate store like Reliance Digital, Digital Xpress, or Digital Xpress Mini to purchase it.
JioFi 2 specifications
The JioFi 2 device is built to last for six hours and requires only three hours of charging to provide the same. On
purchase, users will receive a USB cable, USB adapter, warranty card, JioFi M2 router, and 1 Li-ion battery.
The device acts as a personal hotspot connection allowing individuals to connect up to 31 devices to it. It can also be
used to store media with the help of a microSD card which is expandable up to 32GB. The device is enabled with Jio Voice
and boasts of a 2300 mAh battery.
Extension of Jio preview offer
On the soft launch of Jio services, test users were granted access to unlimited Jio services for 90 days. This would
enable individuals to use unlimited Jio services of data, calling, and messaging in addition to Jio’s premium
applications.
The company has extended the offer as most early users’ offers are drawing to a close. Before the plans expire,
these individuals’ plans will be automatically updated to an extension of 30 days. Select Samsung smart phones users
will also benefit from the Jio preview offer.
LYF WIND 3 and LYF FLAME 8
Reliance Digital launched two new smart devices, the LYF WIND 3 and LYF FLAME 8 which will exclusively retail on e-
commerce leader Flipkart’s store. Priced at Rs. 6,999 and Rs. 4,199 respectively, the commercial release date of
these 4G VoLTE smart phones has not yet been made public. Both devices are bundled with the Reliance Jio preview offer
buyers will have the option of gaining access to Jio’s
4G network.
LYF FLAME 7
The latest entrant in LYF’s FLAME series is the LYF FLAME 7 which is priced at Rs. 3,499 and supports high-
definition VoLTE calling. Available for purchase at Reliance Digital, Digital Xpress Mini, and many other local retail
stores, this device also comes with the Jio SIM preview offer. The offer allows individuals to enjoy unlimited Jio services
for three months at no cost.
With a 4-inch WVGA display and an Asahi Dragontrail Glass protection, the device operates on a Spreadtrum SC9830A 1.5GHz
quad-core processor. In terms of storage, it offers 1GB RAM and 8GB phone memory which may be expanded up to 32GB.
The device offers users a 5MP flash-enabled rear camera and a 2MP front camera. Connectivity options include 4G LTE,
VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, GPS, and dual SIM card slots.
Reliance Jio’s stronghold in the Indian
4G mobiles market continues to
increase with every quarter. Its commercial launch is highly anticipated, and analysts continue to make predictions
regarding the possible date for the same.
Summary
Reliance Jio launches JioFi 2, which is a portable hotspot device retailing at Rs. 2,899.