Jio in advanced talks with OEMs to launch IoT services for homes, businesses

NEW DELHI: Reliance Jio said that it is in advanced talks and trials with original equipment makers (OEMs) to launch its Internet of Things (IoT) services in the country. Its pan-India IoT network based on narrowband IoT technology is already operational which was launched in partnership with South Korean major Samsung.

The telco said that it has developed a comprehensive solution with device, diagnostics, connectivity, platform and support.

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries had previously said that Jio was aiming to connect at least a billion connected IoTdevices to its Internet of Things (IoT) platform, unlocking Rs 20,000 crore annual revenue opportunity per year for the company,