Jiophone Next Will Run Android Based Pragati Os

Ahead of the official launch of the JioPhone Next, Reliance Jio has shared more details about the upcoming device, confirming some of the rumored specs and features. The telecom giant, in a recent press release titled “Making of JioPhone Next”, confirmed that the device will feature a 13MP rear camera and run a new Android-based custom skin called Pragati OS.

Now, one significant detail revealed in the video is the existence of the new OS that will run on JioPhone Next. Reliance Jio, in partnership with Google, has developed a new custom OS based on Android Go named Pragati OS. Pragati, which means ‘progress’ in Hindi, will be a lightweight OS that will power the JioPhone Next for a seamless Android experience.

Other than this, Jio showcased the JioPhone Next in all its glory in the video. It includes a 13MP rear camera, confirming previous rumors, and also mentioned that the in-built camera app will come with support for night mode and India-focused augmented reality filters.