Mobilink Launches Jazz X Feature Phone and Smartphones

Mobilink Launches Jazz X Feature Phone and Smartphones

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Mobilink has launched four new phones in Pakistan with official announcement that was made during a launch event in Islamabad today. As reported by ProPakistani a few days ago, all of the new phones target entry-level market with price tags of less than Rs 8,000.

While all phones are 3G enabled, three devices are Android based smartphones while there’s one feature phone in the lineup as well.

Mobilink is calling these phones Jazz X; Xcite for Feature Phone and Xplore for smarpthones.

“We are constantly looking for avenues to provide our customers with the best in-class services and products. The launch of our Jazz X range with our exceptional 3G services will enable consumers, especially from marginalized communities, to be included in the ongoing digitization process,” said Asif Aziz, VP Marketing Mobilink. “There are a very large number of inexpensive and largely undifferentiated devices in the market today catering to the developing communities. We believe, with our Jazz X range, we are able to offer superior value handsets at each price point; something for every consumer.”

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Adding to Asif’s statement, Aamer Manzoor, Head of Data – Mobilink stated, “This is another step in Mobilink’s evolution as Pakistan’s best mobile network. Today we are no longer just telecommunications service providers, but have expanded our footprint in becoming a complete mobile communications solution provider.”

As expected, all phones come with various freebies, including free 3G data and free airtime for voice calling.

Mobilink said the launch of its Jazz X cellphone range is in line with company’s strategy of introducing affordable 3G devices in the market to enable 3G usage in a bid to reduce the prevalent digital divide, especially amongst rural inhabitants.

Free Bundles with Jazz X Phones

  • All phones come with PKR 800 balance
  • 2GB of 3G data
  • JS500 and JS700 come with unlimited Facebook, Twitter and Whatsapp usage for up to 4 months

Before we go to phone specifications, here are few things to note:

  • All phones are manufactured by Haier
  • Phones come with 18 month warranty
  • Haier will be responsible for after sale supprt
  • Phones will be available at all service centers and franchises across the country
  • Jazz X phones are not network locked

Mobilink X JF100

First up is the JF100, it is a feature phone with a relatively big screen and ample storage. The phone supports dual 3G and micro SD cards of up to 16GB. There’s a 2.4 inch QVGA display powered by a 1200mAh battery.

J100

  • Chipset: Unknown 611MHz
  • OS: Java based Feature phone OS
  • Supported Networks: 2G, 3G, Dual-SIM
  • Design: Bar
  • Display: 2.4” with QVGA resolution
  • Memory:
    • Phonebook: 1000 Contacts
    • Micro SD: 16GB expandable
  • Camera:
    • Rear Camera: 2 MP with Video
    • Front Camera: VGA (0.3) MP front-facing camera
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth, Flashlight, FM Radio, Wi-Fi, Video Call
  • Battery: 1,200 mAh
  • Price: Rs. 2,999

Mobilink X JS300

The lowest end model in the Jazz X smartphones is JS300. The phone runs Android 4.4 KitKat.

Supporting dual SIM 3G and micro SD cards of up to 32GB, the phone offers users some flexibility. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dual-core processor and 512MB of RAM coupled with 4GB of internal storage.

It has a 3.5 inch screen sitting over a 1,300 mAh battery. The camera segment features the same cameras as the one found on JF100.

JS300

  • Chipset: MediaTek Dual-Core 1.0 GHz
  • OS: Android 4.4 KitKat
  • Supported Networks: 2G, 3G, Dual-SIM
  • Design: Bar Touchscreen
  • Display: 3.5 inches
  • Memory:
    • RAM: 512 MB
    • Internal Storage: 4GB
    • Expandable: up to 32 GB
  • Camera:
    • Rear Camera: 2 MP with Video Recording
    • Front Camera: VGA (0.3 MP) front-facing camera
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi b/g/n, USB 2,0, Gyro
  • Battery: 1,300 mAh
  • Price: Rs. 4,299

Mobilink X JS500

Mobilink Jazz X JS500 builds upon its smaller sibling. It brings an improved processor, bigger screen size and much more. The rest of specs remain the same.

JS500

  • Chipset: MediaTek Dual-Core 1.3 GHz
  • OS: Android 4.4 KitKat
  • Supported Networks: 2G, 3G, Dual-SIM
  • Design: Bar Touchscreen
  • Display: 4.0 inches
  • Memory:
    • RAM: 512 MB
    • Internal Storage: 4GB
    • Expandable: TBA
  • Camera:
    • Rear Camera: 2 MP with Video Recording and Flash
    • Front Camera: VGA (0.3 MP) front-facing camera
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi b/g/n, USB 2,0, Gyro
  • Battery: 1,300 mAh
  • Price: Rs. 5,499

Mobilink X JS700

Jazz X JS700 is the highest end model in the entire line-up but by no means is it a benchmark setter when it comes to specifications.

It has more RAM, Increased internal storage, bigger screen and an improved camera department.

The rear camera jumps to 5MP while the front shooter is a 2MP one. The phone supports dual-SIM 3G and has a bigger battery as well.

JS700

  • Chipset: MediaTek Dual-Core 1.2 GHz
  • OS: Android 4.4 KitKat
  • Supported Networks: 2G, 3G, Dual-SIM
  • Design: Bar Touchscreen
  • Display: 5.0 inches
  • Memory:
    • RAM: 1 GB
    • Internal Storage: 8GB
    • Expandable: upto 32GB
  • Camera:
    • Rear Camera: 5 MP with Video Recording and Flash
    • Front Camera: 2MP) front-facing camera
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi b/g/n, USB 2,0, Gyro
  • Battery: 2,000 mAh
  • Price: Rs. 7,999