In a recent announcement at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2023 in New Delhi, Reliance Jio has introduced the JioPhone Prima 4G, a feature phone that brings popular apps like WhatsApp, YouTube, Google Maps, and Facebook to the palm of your hand. This innovation is powered by KaiOS, a mobile operating system based on the open-source Firefox OS project.
A Game-Changer in the Feature Phone Segment: The JioPhone Prima 4G promises to revolutionize the feature phone market by offering a range of cutting-edge features previously unseen in traditional feature phones. Unlike its predecessors like the JioBharat phones, which were limited to Jio’s proprietary software and apps, the JioPhone Prima 4G opens the door to a more expansive app ecosystem.
Pricing and Availability: The JioPhone Prima 4G comes with an enticing price tag of Rs 2,599 and is available in two attractive colors, yellow and blue. Customers can purchase this feature phone from JioMart and take advantage of discounts, cashbacks, and coupons.
Key Specifications:
- The device boasts a 2.4-inch display, ensuring clarity and ease of use.
- It incorporates an 1800mAh battery that offers a battery life exceeding one day on a single charge.
- Performance-wise, the JioPhone Prima 4G is equipped with an ARM Cortex-A53 processor and 512MB of RAM for seamless operation.
- It supports external storage with a microSD card slot, allowing for up to 128GB of additional storage capacity.
The KaiOS Advantage: The JioPhone Prima 4G runs on KaiOS, which brings a plethora of apps to your fingertips. With the inclusion of apps like WhatsApp, YouTube, Google Maps, and Facebook, users can now access a range of social, entertainment, and utility services. In total, this device supports over 1200 apps, making it a versatile choice for feature phone users.
Jio’s Proprietary Apps: While the JioPhone Prima 4G provides access to third-party apps, it also comes pre-installed with a selection of Jio’s own apps, including JioCinema, JioTV, JioSaavn, and JioNews.
Inclusive Language Support: This feature phone offers language support for 23 Indian languages, ensuring that users from diverse linguistic backgrounds can comfortably use the device.
Entertainment Features: For those who enjoy music and radio, the JioPhone Prima 4G comes equipped with an FM radio and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Exclusive Jio Compatibility: It’s important to note that the JioPhone Prima 4G is designed to work exclusively with a Jio SIM card and does not support other mobile operators.
