4G smartphones you can buy without breaking the bank

The curve of mobile technology always bends towards better affordability. Devices that would cost a fortune merely a few years ago can now be bought for a pittance. It’s the same story for 4Genabled smartphones, which are now much cheaper to manufacture than before, and so easier to buy. Reliance Jio was a game-changer in this field, triggering other major players to follow suit and release their own light-on-the-pocket versions of 4G phones. Today, there are a handful of options available in the market for those looking for 4G phones within the 10k bracket. And here’s a quick roundup for prospective buyers. a 2-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 0.3-megapixel front camera. The phone runs on KAI OS and is powered by a 2000mAh removable battery. The device comes with a single SIM and connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, NFC, Headphones, FM and 4G. Users can stream music, TV shows and music using Jio apps. Jio also comes with the voice assistant, numeric keypad and plastic body. The Jio Phone is free of cost but needs a Rs 1,500 deposit which is refundable after a minimum of three years. 4 Runs on Android Nougat and is powered with a 2500mAh battery, which means a talk- time of 7- 8 hours. The OTG support on both the phones provides users with Mass Storage, Serial Communications, Keyboards,Mice, Game controllers, Ethernet connectivity, Camera controller and importing photos from a camera. Micromax Bharat 4 is priced at Rs 4,999. screen with blue-ray eye protection and sunlight display that delivers a much brighter and more evolved viewing experience. This 4G VoLTE- and ViLTE-enabled smartphone is powered by Android 7.0 (Nougat) with multi-window view, quick switching between apps, and a direct reply feature. It also comes loaded with a fingerprint sensor with a 360-degree readability. itel S21 is priced at Rs 5,999. golden and gray. Jivi Grand 3000 is priced at Rs 6,599.