Reliance Jio’s Jio Motive device is a plug-and-play device that can transform any car into a smart car. It connects to the car’s OBD port and uses Jio’s e-SIM to provide a variety of features, including real-time location tracking, vehicle health monitoring, accident detection, geofencing, and a WiFi hotspot.
Features of the Jio Motive device
- Real-time location tracking: The Jio Motive device can track the location of your car at any time using the JioThings app. This is useful for finding your car in a crowded parking lot or for keeping track of your family’s location. You can also set up geofences around specific locations, such as your home or office. You will receive alerts if your car enters or leaves a geofence. This can be useful for tracking your car’s movement or for preventing theft.
- Vehicle health monitoring: The Jio Motive device monitors various aspects of your car’s health, such as engine temperature, battery voltage, and fuel level. You can receive alerts if there are any problems with your car, so you can address them before they cause a breakdown. The device also provides insights into your driving habits, such as fuel efficiency and harsh braking. This information can help you to improve your driving and save money on gas.
- Accident detection: The Jio Motive device can detect accidents and send alerts to your phone. This can be helpful if you are in an accident and are unable to call for help. The device also provides a crash report that can be used to file an insurance claim.
- Geofencing: You can create geofences around specific locations, such as your home or office. You will receive alerts if your car enters or leaves a geofence. This can be useful for tracking your car’s movement or for preventing theft. You can also set up geofences around your child’s school or daycare center. You will receive an alert if your child’s car enters or leaves the geofence, so you know that they have arrived or departed safely.
- WiFi hotspot: The Jio Motive device can also function as a WiFi hotspot, providing internet access for your passengers. This is useful for staying connected while on the road or for entertaining your children during long car rides.
Benefits of using the Jio Motive device
There are many benefits to using the Jio Motive device, including:
- Increased safety: The Jio Motive device can help you to stay safe on the road by providing real-time location tracking, vehicle health monitoring, accident detection, and geofencing.
- Peace of mind:Â Knowing that you can track the location of your car and receive alerts if there are any problems can give you peace of mind.
- Convenience: The Jio Motive device offers a variety of convenient features, such as a WiFi hotspot and geofencing.
- Reduced costs: The Jio Motive device can help you to reduce your fuel costs by providing insights into your driving habits. It can also help you to avoid costly repairs by identifying and fixing problems before they cause serious damage.
Pricing and availability
The Jio Motive device is priced at ₹4,999 and is available on Jio’s official e-commerce website and other e-commerce websites. It works only with Jio’s e-SIM, but you do not need to purchase a separate SIM or get it recharged. The device will work on your existing Jio SIM plan. The company will charge a ₹599 annual platform fee from the users of ‘Jio Motiv’. However, this fee will be free for all for the first year, from the second year onwards platform fees will have to be paid to use the device on existing Jio SIM plans.
How to use the Jio Motive device
To use the Jio Motive device, simply plug it into the OBD port of your car and download the JioThings app on your smartphone. Once the app is installed, create an account and connect to your Jio Motive device. You can then start using the various features of the app, such as real-time location tracking, vehicle health monitoring, and geofencing.
Additional tips for using the Jio Motive device
- Keep the JioThings app updated to the latest version. This will ensure that you have access to the newest features and bug fixes.
- Make sure that your car is connected to the internet. The Jio Motive device uses the internet to provide many of its features. You can connect your car to the internet using your smartphone’s hotspot feature.
- Use the JioThings app to customize your settings. You can choose which alerts you want to receive and how often you want them to be sent.
- Share your Jio Motive device with family members. Everyone in your family can use the JioThings app to track the location of your car and receive alerts
