Which is best? Jiofi@999 OR Jiofi@1999

As of November 2017, Reliance Jio has two offers running concurrently associated with the sale of Jiofi devices. Are you one of the many to have confused between deciding which offer is best for you? Well, read on to know the differences between these two offers in the following table and decide which offer best suits to your needs.

Comparison between Jiofi@999 Vs Jiofi@1999 Offers

Reliance Jio exploring Virtual Reality (VR) Arena

Reliance Jio is evaluating options to join the experts to bring out its own VR (Virtual Reality) application by end of 2018. Already, the Jio team has started visits and discussions with the experts from Birmingham University in London.

The directors of Jio Studio and MD of philmCGI were part of the team to visit the Birmingham city university and conducted series of discussions about the scope and future requirements including skill upgradation and training requirements for its workforce. "Today we have discussed a number of opportunities for collaboration. Lots of innovative solutions can be developed when applying fresh minds to companies such as ourselves," said Anand Bhanushali, the founder and MD of philmCGI.

Jio Eyes e-commerce sector through Kirana Stores

The entry of Reliance Jio into telecom sector with its attractive and handsome offers has created large ripples in the sector. The fierce competition has drastically brought down the prices of voice and data. Now, rumours from various corners are echoing of Jio's entry into the E-Commerce sector in a unique fashion.

So, Whats the plan?

It is rumoured that energy tycoon Mukesh Ambani is planning to enter the billion dollar market of E-commerce through the use of Kirana Stores across India. This plan is best suited to India as about 80% of retail business still operates in the form of Kirana stores of small and medium size. The core business plan is to generate discount coupons for all the join users, which can be used to get discounts at their nearby Kirana stores.

Beauty of this plan

The beauty of this business plan lies in the fact that Jio will not incur any costs for the discounts, instead it will just acts as a platform for the users to avail and use the coupons. The various brands are willing to absorb the discount cost as these brands will get a wider advertisements. This can be win-win situation to all the parties ( Jio, Jio Users, Kirana Shops, and product companies).

 

Benefits:

This plan creates mutual benefits for each entity in this triangle of parties as explained below:

Benefits to Reliance Jio:

Existing customer base will stick on to Jio and a huge new customer base will be added if this is implemented successfully. No cost incurred to Jio, as all costs of discount will be borne by brands.

Benefits to Jio Users:

All Jio users will get various discount coupons which can be used in nearby Kirana shops. Since the coupons will be available on daily used products, the benefits can be enjoyed almost on daily basis for one or other product.

Benefits to Kirana Shops:

It is a well known fact that age old Kirana shop system has been backbone of Indian business market and livelihood of millions of people depend on it. Also, we have heard how big retail giants are crushing the unorganised retail sector in big cities and small cities as well. This move can bring back the old glory of Kirana stores and further strengthen the Kirana market system from being erased slowly.

Benefits to Product Companies:

The various brands of daily used goods are under immense pressure from the heavy competition of giant FMCG companies. Compared to huge cost involved in various marketing and advertisement tools, promoting their products by various discounts offers might prove much better cost saving and effective marketing tool for various product companies. Also, companies will not have to worry about the software costs required for the online payment gateways.

Future scope of this plan?

Well, everyone knows that Indian telecom sector is still in its infancy stage, especially in terms of Smartphone users. With Jio's cheaper plans and devices, more and more citizens are able to start using smart phones. According to a research from Morgan Stanley, out of 432 million internet users, only 60 million users are using the online shopping facilities. This leaves a immense scope to tap the untapped market of online shopping in India. So, one has to admire the master stroke of Jio in this regard.

Jio Triple Cashback Offer ( Upto Rs 2599)

Jio has launched a new exciting offer to all its prime customers in which upon a recharge of Rs 399, you will get a cashback worth upto Rs 2599 in various forms. Cashbacks are in various forms and comes with various limits and conditions. Read full post to know all the details about this offer.

First of all, note that this is a limited period offer valid from 10-Nov-2017 to 25-Nov-2017. During the offer period, for every recharge of Rs 399 or above, the user can get cashbacks upto Rs 2599 in various forms as listed below:

1) Rs 400 worth Jio Vouchers

As soon as a successful recharge is completed, Jio will add 8 vouchers of Rs 50 each which will aggregate to Rs 400 cashback. Note that these 8 vouchers can be used only after 15-Nov-2017 and that too only for recharges through Jio apps or outlets. It means, if you recharge in future via any other digital wallet partners, you can't use these vouchers. Another point is only one voucher can be used for a recharge and these vouchers can't be gifted.

2) Instant Cashback upto Rs 300 ( Digital Wallet Partners)

Jio has made partnerships with various digital wallet platforms to allow instant cashback when recharged using the wallets. Please note that not all platforms offer Rs 300 cashback. Please see below the table for more understanding:



You can see that various operators will provide different instant cashbacks based on if you are a new or existing user. From the table you can see that only one platform (Mobiwik) is providing Rs 300 cashback, that too only for new customers and in the form of SuperCash. If you are a existing Mobiwik customer, you can avail only Rs 149 instant cashback. Paytm, Mobiwik and Freecharge user should use Offer codes ( as shown in above tables ) to avail the respective instant cashbacks.

3) Discount Vouchers with Ecommerce partners

The maximum discount providing partner is Yatra with a Rs 1000 off on the roundtrip booking and Rs 500 off on one way ticket booking. So, this will be useful if you are planning to buy a ticket in near future. Similarly, on Ajio shopping cart, Rs 399 discount can be availed on a minimum purchase of Rs 1500. In Trends platform, a discount of Rs 500 can be availed on a minimum purchase of Rs 1999.

How to restrict unwanted users to a Jiofi Wifi?

One of the obvious reasons for the slow speeds in a Jiofi is multiple user access at a time. Though Jiofi supports many users at a given time, but the speed will proportionately reduces with increase in the number of users. However, if you suspect that unwanted users have got access to your Jiofi network, check the active users at any given time by following below procedure:

"How To Check Active Users of a Jiofi Network?"

 If you conclude that many unwanted users are using your Jiofi network, the best thing is to change the network password. To know the step by step procedure to change network password, please go through our previous post:

"How to change Jiofi Network Password?".

Sometimes, you will notice that inspite of repeated password changes, the password gets shared between your friends soon. This problem is more prominent if you live in a hostel or any facility where lot of people are present. In such situation, you can permanently block or restrict unwanted users with their MAC wifi addresses.

In this post, we would like to show you the step by step procedure to restrict unwanted users from accessing your Jiofi Network:

Step-1: Start your Jiofi device and connect to a PC or a mobile by using the wifi SSID and password. (Note: These can be seen from the outer package box of new jiofi device  and in case if you have lost the box, open the battery and you will find these details on the jiofi device).

 

Step-2: After connecting your PC or mobile with the wifi network of your Jiofi device, now open a web browser ( we recommend Chrome for better user experience) and enter one of the following URLs http://jiofi.local.html or http://192.168.225.1.

Step-3: A page will open with lot of numbers and data. Don't worry, just click on the login button located on the right top corner of the page.

Step-4: A login window will open. Enter the username and password and click login button. (Note: If you are login in for the first time, use "administrator" as both the username and password. Check out our previous post about changing the login username and password by clicking here.)

Step-5: After logging in, click on the Network tab as shown in below picture.

Step-6: Now, click on the "MAC Address Filter" tab on the left side bar.

Step-7: A new screen will appear as shown below. Select "Enabled" option in MAC Address Filter setting. Then in the Mode Settings, Select 'Deny' option and click on the 'Add Rule' button.

Step-8: When you click 'Add Rule' button, you will get a new pop up box of MAC Filtering Rule. All you have to do is to enter the MA Address of the unwanted user whom you want to deny the access. The MAC address of the active user will be available in the Client List option as described in our post " "How To Check Active Users of a Jiofi Network?". 

Obviously, you will have to note down the MAC Address when the user was online, if he is not using your Wifi at this time. You can enter description details to identify MAC Address, but this is optional. After entering the MAC Address of unwanted user, click on the OK button.

Step-8: Now you will see that the MAC Address you added is listed with a 'X' mark in red circle. Red Round circle with x mark indicates the MAC addresses which have been blocked or restricted from accessing your wifi network. Finally click on save button to confirm your changes. That's it. The blocked user ( or device) will not get access to your Jiofi connection even if it has your password.

Note: In future, in case if you decide to remove the restrictions on a blocked user, just click on the x mark in red circle and restrictions will be removed.

How To Change Jiofi SSID Password?

It is very important to change the default password for your jiofi network to a secret code to restrict unwanted access. The reason is simple, the default password is always available on the jiofi package box and on the back side of Jiofi. It is wise to change the password once you buy the new Jiofi.

Procedure to Change Jiofi SSID Password

Follow the below listed step by step procedure for successfully changing the default jiofi network password to a password of your choice.

Step-1: Start your Jiofi device and connect to a PC or a mobile by using the default wifi SSID and password. (Note: These can be seen from the outer package box of new jiofi device  and in case if you have lost the box, open the battery and you will find these details on the jiofi device).

 

Step-2: After connecting your PC or mobile with the wifi network of your Jiofi device, now open a web browser ( we recommend Chrome for better user experience) and enter one of the following URLs http://jiofi.local.html or http://192.168.225.1.

Step-3: A page will open with lot of numbers and data. Don't worry, just click on the login button located on the right top corner of the page.

Step-4: A login window will open. Enter the username and password and click login button. (Note: If you are loggin in for the first time, use "administrator" as both the username and password. Check out our previous blog about changing the login username and password by clicking here.)

Step-5: After logging in, click on the Network tab as shown in below picture.

Step-6: Now, click on the " Wi-Fi Configuration" tab on the left side bar.

Step-7: Now you will see a list of details. The last row will show you the existing default SSID password. Uncheck the 'hidden' button to read and edit the password. You can edit this information and enter a new password of your choice. Better to check the 'hidden' button after you change the password. Click on the Save button on the bottom.

Step-8: Once you click save button, a message will appear indicating that the jiofi connection will be interrupted and jiofi will reboot to set these changes. Go ahead and click OK. That's it. Your new password should be active now. You can change this password any number of times. In fact, it is recommended to change the password whenever you suspect someone is accessing your wifi thus reducing the speed of your connection.

How to change SSID (Network Name) of Jiofi

SSID stands for S-Service S-Set ID-Identifier. This is a unique dataset broadcasted by a device to identify its wifi, hence it is generally known as Network Name or Wifi Name. When you purchase a new Jiofi, the SSID name will be a combination of alphanumerical which is listed on the outer package box of new jiofi device  and in case if you have lost the box, open the battery and you will find these details on the jiofi device.

Usually, its very difficult to remember the SSID name thus making it difficult to connect from a list of SSID's shown in public areas. Hence, you might wanna change this to a easily remembered words like name of your close family member or name of your company etc.

Procedure to Change Jiofi SSID

Follow the below listed step by step procedure for successfully changing the default jiofi network name to a name of your choice.

Step-1: Start your Jiofi device and connect to a PC or a mobile by using the wifi SSID and password. (Note: These can be seen from the outer package box of new jiofi device  and in case if you have lost the box, open the battery and you will find these details on the jiofi device).

 

Step-2: After connecting your PC or mobile with the wifi network of your Jiofi device, now open a web browser ( we recommend Chrome for better user experience) and enter one of the following URLs http://jiofi.local.html or http://192.168.225.1.

Step-3: A page will open with lot of numbers and data. Don't worry, just click on the login button located on the right top corner of the page.

Step-4: A login window will open. Enter the username and password and click login button. (Note: If you are loggin in for the first time, use "administrator" as both the username and password. Check out our previous blog about changing the login username and password by clicking here.)

Step-5: After logging in, click on the Network tab as shown in below picture.

Step-6: Now, click on the " Wi-Fi Configuration" tab on the left side bar.

Step-7: Now you will see a list of details. The second row will show you the existing default SSID name. You can edit this information and enter a new name of your choice. Click on the Save button on the bottom.

Step-8: Once you click save button, a message will appear indicating that the jiofi connection will be interrupted and jiofi will reboot to set these changes. Go ahead and click OK. That's it. Now the new network broadcast name should be visible.

How to change Jiofi Network Login Password

Introduction:

Web Configuration Utility is an online tool for every Jiofi device in order to change the various network settings like Network Name ( SSID), the security mode and key, configuring sleep mode, client management etc. This tool can be accessed through the links http://jiofi.local.html or http://192.168.225.1.

Unfortunately, for every Jiofi device, the default username and password to first login into the web configuration utility are same. By default, both the username and passwords will be "administrator".

Why it is important to change default settings:

But for security reasons, it is always recommended that the username and passwords must be changed upon first login. Else, any user connected to your jiofi device will have full access to the web configuration utility of your network.

Special Note: Even if you suspect that some unwanted users are manipulating your jiofi network settings, don't worry. All the changed settings can be brought back factory defaults by resetting the jiofi device.

Read our earlier posts about this topic:

1) When you should factory reset the Jiofi device?

2) How to factory reset your jiofi device?

Procedure to Change Jiofi Network Login Password

Follow the below listed step by step procedure to successfully changing the default jiofi network login settings to secret and unique passwords.

Step-1:

Start your Jiofi device and connect to a PC or a mobile by using the wifi SSID and password. (Note: These can be seen from the outer package box of new jiofi device  and in case if you have lost the box, open the battery and you will find these details on the jiofi device).

 

Step-2:

After connecting your PC or mobile with the wifi network of your Jiofi device, now open a web browser ( we recommend Chrome for better user experience) and enter one of the following URLs http://jiofi.local.html or http://192.168.225.1.

Step-3:

A page will open with lot of numbers and data. Don't worry, just click on the login button located on the right top corner of the page.

Step-4:

A login window will open. Enter both the username and password as "administrator" and click on the login button.

Step-5:

After logging in, click on the User Management tab located in the right top corner of the page as shown in the below picture.

Step-6:

Now you will find options to enter a new username and password for the account login.

Once you successfully change these details, you should use the same details whenever you login the next time.

Hope you find this post useful. Please leave a comment if you have any further clarifications.