Here we have the successor of Jio Phone, yes Jio Phone 2. A year back Reliance Jio launched their first feature smartphone Jio Phone. Now we have the upgraded version that is Jio Phone 2. The upgraded version comes with numerous improvements as compared to last year’s variant. Let’s have the comparison between Jio Phone vs Jio Phone 2 in terms of Price, Features, Specifications and more.
Jio Phone vs Jio Phone 2: Design
First of all, let us compare the phones in terms of design. The Jio Phone 2 comes with a QWERTY-style keyboard and a larger 2.4 inches horizontal screen as compare to the original Jio Phone. Which has the same screen size but with a vertical display. The keyboard style is similar to BlackBerry phones.
Jio Phone vs Jio Phone 2: Price
Jio Phone 2 is priced at 2,999 INR as part of an introductory offer whereas the original Jio Phone is priced at Rs 1,500. The sale will start on August 15, 2018.
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Jio Phone vs Jio Phone 2: Specifications
Before comparing their specifications let me tell you that both the phones run on KiaOS. The OS support almost all the popular applications like YouTube, WhatsApp, Facebook and more. You don’t have to worry about the application support. Now let’s have a look on full specification comparison between Jio Phone vs Jio Phone 2.
| Specifications | Jio Phone | Jio Phone 2 (Launch data 15/08/2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Network Technology | 4G VoLTE | 4G VoLTE |
| Display | 2.4 Inches Vertical Screen | 2.4 Inches Horizontal Screen |
| Screen Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels | 240 x 320 pixels |
| Type | Feature Phone | Feature Phone |
| SIM | Single SIM, GSM | Dual SIM, GSM + GSM |
| Camera | 2 MP (Main) 0.3 MP (Front) | 2 MP (Main) 0.3 MP (Front) |
| Storage | 4 GB 128 GB (Expandable) | 4 GB 128 GB (Expandable) |
| RAM | 512MB | 512MB |
| Operating System | KiaOS | KiaOS |
| Keypad Type | N/A | QWERTY |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Price | Rs. 1,500 Buy Now | Rs. 2,999 Buy Now (Coming Soon) |
The Jio phone 2 is not yet launched, it will be launch on 15 Aug 2018. We will update these specifications when additional information becomes available, such as processor and clock speed. If you want to buy any Jio Phone which one you will prefer to buy. If you ask me I will go with Jio Phone 2 because of its QWERTY keyboard and horizontal display.
