Reliance’s budget smartphone JioPhone Next is all set to go on its first sale today. The JioPhone Next is available across retail across stores in India. However, before heading to a store, you will have to first register for the phone via WhatsApp or the Jio website. Users will not be able to buy the phone without registering for it online. With JioPhone Next, Reliance aims to offer affordable smartphones with 4G connectivity to users across India.

The JioPhone Next has been built with a partnership with Google. The smartphone had been announced the JioPhone next during an Annual General Meeting, but the phone did not go on sale immediately due to chip shortages. The smartphone has been launched at Rs 6499 in India. Along with interesting pricing, Jio has also announced various payments option that would make it easier for users to buy the smartphone.

Here is how you can buy the JioPhone Next

— Go to the official Reliance Jio website

—Write your Full Name and Mobile Number

— Tap on “Agree to the Terms and Conditions”

— When you agree to the terms of conditions, an OTP is generated and sent to your mobile number.

Similarly, you can also register for the JioPhone Next via WhatsApp. Open the messaging app, send ‘Hi’ to “7018270182”. Once you have registered, you will be asked to share your location and get a notification to head to a nearby store and buy the JioPhone Next.

Reliance has also listed the phone on the Jio website. You can get it delivered to your address for free. However, free delivery is only available for a limited period of time.

Jio is also offering various EMI plans that will save you from paying the entire amount all at once.

Jio is also offering various EMI plans that will save you from paying the entire amount all at once. You can pay Rs 1999 and opt for the Always-on plan that can be bought for Rs 300 pm for 24 months, Rs 350 for 18 months. Then there is the Large Plan, which lets you pay Rs 450 per month for 24 months, Rs 500 per month for 18 months. The large plan includes 1.5GB per day data, unlimited voice calling. The XL Plan can be bought by paying Rs. 500 pm for 24 months and Rs. 550 pm for 18 months. The plan includes 2GB per day data, unlimited voice calling. The XXL plan offers Rs 550 pm for 24 months, Rs 600 pm for 18 months and also includes 2.5GB per day data, unlimited voice calling.