JioPC Launched in India as Affordable AI-Ready Cloud PC

What is JioPC? – Virtual desktop service via Jio Set-Top Box – Requires JioFiber or JioAirFiber, keyboard, mouse, and TV/monitor – Starts at ₹400/month, no lock-in or hardware cost – Ubuntu OS, 4-core CPU, 8GB RAM, 100GB cloud storage (expandable) – 1-month free trial includes Jio Workspace, Microsoft Office (browser), Adobe Express

Setup & Target Users – Subscribe via MyJio, Jio.com, or local Jio store – Connect input devices, open JioPC app on STB, sign in with Jio number – Designed for students, professionals, small businesses – Not ideal for gaming, video editing, or offline use – Requires stable internet to function smoothly

Jio’s Strategy & Market Impact – Deepens Reliance’s digital ecosystem with value-added cloud services – Promotes a no-maintenance, subscription-first computing model – Targets tier-2/rural users to replace traditional PC ownership – Could influence competitors as JioPC brings cloud-first computing to Indian households