Leaks Suggest Two Upcoming Jio 5G Smartphones Could Be Launched Soon – Here’s What We Know
New reports indicate that Reliance Jio may be planning to release two new 5G smartphones shortly after the recent launch of the JioBook in 2023. A reliable source has leaked information revealing the presence of two Jio smartphone models on the BIS certification website. Additionally, there are speculations that these smartphones could be unveiled during the annual Reliance Industries AGM event on August 28. Let’s delve deeper into these updates and explore the potential design of these 5G smartphones.
The creator of the technology, Mukul Sharma, has shared a tweet where he revealed that the two phone models are named JBV161W1 and JBV162W1. The listings emphasize that the devices are manufactured in Noida. Furthermore, a report by Business Today has suggested that these 5G smartphones may be launched at the end of this month at the RIL AGM, though there has been no confirmation on the matter.
What to expect from Jio 5G phones
In a previous sighting in December 2022, MySmartPrice spotted a Jio 5G smartphone listed on Geekbench. The listing hinted at the likelihood that the smartphone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ chipset with 4GB of RAM and run on Android 12.
Additionally, a Twitter user shared leaked images of the rumored Jio 5G smartphone, suggesting that the device could be priced under ₹10,000 in India. The images also hinted at a dual rear camera with a 13-megapixel primary and 2-megapixel secondary sensor and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera.
Please note that the information shared is based on leaks and rumors and no official confirmation has been received from the company. Take this information with a grain of salt until the company makes an announcement.
Jio Reliance Recent Releases
Reliance Jio has recently launched the JioBook (2023), a laptop priced at ₹ 16,499 in India. The JioBook has an 11.6-inch anti-glare HD display, runs on JioOS and is powered by an octa-core MT8788 processor. It has 8 hours of battery life, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. In addition, the JioBook includes a JD webcam and stereo speakers.
Significant general meeting announcements are expected
At the Reliance Jio AGM, as usual, RIL Chairman Mukesh Ambani will be speaking. This event serves as a platform for significant announcements involving several subsidiaries, including Jio. Apart from unveiling Jio 5G phones, the company is expected to announce new 5G plans and a 5G hotspot device known as AirFiber 5G.