The Vivo S18 Pro was launched in China back in December 2023 and nearly six months after the Vivo S19 Pro has also been unveiled. This latest device arrives as the successor to the S18 Pro. But what’s the difference between the two and what are all the upgrades? Find out in this list.

Vivo S19 Pro vs Vivo S18 Pro: Design & Display

A noticeable difference between the two devices is the design. The Chinese brand has refreshed the rear panel to feature a pill-shaped module with a circular camera island on the S19 Pro. To recall, the S18 Pro offered a rectangular module that housed a square camera island. However, you still get the twin LED flash setup that includes a regular dual-tone flash and a larger soft LED lighting.

The front side hasn’t received as big of a change. Both devices sport a tall 6.78-inch curved AMOLED that offers Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Vivo S18 Pro’s panel offers 2,800 nits of peak brightness, while the S19 Pro comes with an impressive 4,500 nits of peak brightness. Another upgrade is for water and dust resistance. This year’s model comes with an IP68/IP69K rating, while last year’s device comes with an IP54 rating.

Specifications: Same chip, but bigger battery

Vivo has brought back the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+, which was equipped on the Vivo S18 Pro, to the newer S19 Pro model as well. This is a high-end chip so you can expect similar performance between the two. The processor is also paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

Under the hood, the Vivo S18 Pro is powered by a 5,000mAh battery pack, which supports 18W fast charging. On the other hand, the Vivo S19 Pro houses a larger 5,500mAh battery pack with 80W wired fast charging as well. So you get a 10 percent bump in battery capacity with the newer model.

Camera

For optics, the two smartphones offer a 50-megapixel triple camera setup on the rear and a 50-megapixel selfie shooter on the front. The newer S19 Pro model gets an updated Sony IMX921 with OIS along with an 8-megapixel ultra wide angle lens and a 50-megapixel telephoto shooter that also offers OIS with 50x digital zoom.

Meanwhile, the S18 Pro offers the Sony IMX920 as the primary sensor with a 50-megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto shooter with 2x optical zoom. In other words, you can expect a slightly better primary camera with improvements in zoomed shots as well (at least on paper).

Pricing

After nearly half a year, the Vivo S19 series arrives more as a refresh than a complete successor. But there is still a slight price hike between the two lineups. The Vivo S18 Pro starts from 3,199 Yuan (roughly $450), while the S19 Pro starts from 3,299 Yuan (roughly $465). The former arrives in white, green, and black color variants, and the latter has Blue, Gray, and Green color options.

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The Vivo S18 family of smartphones, unveiled last week, has officially hit the shelves in China. As promised at launch, all three models – the Vivo S18e, S18, and S18 Pro – are now available for purchase. Let’s delve into their specifications and pricing.

Vivo S18 series price

Vivo S18e: Offered in two storage configurations, the S18e starts at 2,099 yuan (~$296) for 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, with the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant priced at 2,299 yuan (~$325). It comes in three colors: Starry Night Black, Xuaguang Purple, and Cloud Shabai.

Vivo S18: This model boasts four variants across varying RAM and storage capacities. The base 8GB RAM and 256GB storage option starts at 2,299 yuan (~$367), followed by 12GB RAM and 256GB for 2,599 yuan (~$395), 12GB RAM and 512GB for 2,799 yuan (~$395), and the top-end 16GB RAM and 512GB for 2,999 yuan (~$424). Color options include black, white, and green.

Vivo S18 Pro: Similar to the S18, the Pro version also comes in three memory combinations. The 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant starts at 3,199 yuan (~$452), followed by 16GB RAM and 512GB for 3,499 yuan (~$494), and the highest tier 16GB RAM and 512GB for 3,699 yuan (~$522). Black, white, and green are the available color choices.

Vivo S18 series specifications

The S18e sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the S18 and S18 Pro boast larger 6.78-inch AMOLED FHD+ displays with curved edges and a 120Hz refresh rate. 

As for performance, the S18e is powered by a Dimensity 7200 processor, the S18 is equipped with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, and the S18 Pro runs on a top-tier Dimensity 9200+ chip.

Likewise, fueling the S18 and Pro models pack a 5000mAh battery, while the S18e has a 4800mAh one. However, all models share the same fast charging capabilities, supporting 80W charging. Additionally, they all run OriginOS 4 based on Android 14 and have an in-screen fingerprint scanner for secure unlocking.

Camera-wise, the S18e features a 16-megapixel selfie camera and a dual rear camera system with a 50MP main lens and a 2MP blur lens. 

The S18 upgrades to a 50MP selfie camera and a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP main lens and an 8MP ultrawide lens. Finally, the S18 Pro takes the lead with a triple rear camera system: a 50MP main lens, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 12MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, alongside a 50MP selfie camera.

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The Vivo S18 series has just been announced in the brand’s home market of China. The new lineup consists of the Vivo S18, S18 Pro, and S18e. So now, let’s have a look at the specifications, features, and more regarding the base S18 and the higher end S18 Pro models.

Vivo S18 & Vivo S18 Pro: Design and Display

With the new S18 models, Vivo is refreshing the design of its S series of smartphones. The rear retains a rectangular camera module for both the S18 and S18 Pro but the image sensor alignment is different than before. There are two modules in the back with the top half featuring the cameras, while the bottom housing a twin LED lighting setup. This includes a regular dual tone flash in the module and the second is a larger soft LED lighting that runs along the border of the bottom half similar to a ring light.

The back also seems to have a feather-like pattern on the rear panel with a plastic middle frame. Both models also feature a thin and light body that measures just 7.45mm in thickness and weighs 185.8 grams in weight (187.8 grams for the Pro). Meanwhile, the front on both devices sports a tall 6.78-inch curved OLED display that offers Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 2800 nits of peak brightness. The panel also houses a center aligned punch hole cutout for the S18 and S18 Pro.

Specifications and Camera

Vivo recently revealed the chipsets of the entire S18 series. Under the hood, the Vivo S18 is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC, while the S18 Pro features the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ chipset. These processors will be paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. It is worth noting that the Pro features LPDDR5X RAM and the vanilla version comes with LPDDR4X memory. The Vivo S18 and S18 Pro will also run on the Android 14 OS based OriginOS 4 custom skin out of the box.

Notably, the S18 lineup supports up to 16GB of virtual RAM expansion as well as 50GB of storage compression. A large 5,000mAh battery pack that powers the S18 and S18 Pro models, which supports 80W fast charging. As per official claims, the devices can last for up to 13.5 hours on a single full charge, with the cells having a 4 year life. The company has also promised free 4 years of battery replacement as well. Other notable features include Bluetooth 5.4/Bluetooth 5.3, in-display fingerprint scanner, various audio codecs support, facial recognition, and more.

For photography, the Vivo S18 Pro houses a 50-megapixel Sony IMX920 primary sensor, a 50-megapixel Samsung JNI ultra wide angle lens, and a 12-megapixel IMX663 telephoto shooter that offers 2x optical zoom. To recall, this is the primary sensor is the same as the one that is equipped on the flagship Vivo X100. On the other hand, the base S18 offers a 50-megapixel main camera paired with an 8-megapixel ultra wide angle shooter. Meanwhile, the front has a 50-megapixel selfie shooter.

Pricing and Availability

The Vivo S18 and S18 Pro have been announced in multiple color options, namely white, green, and black. These are also listed in various storage configurations as well. So here’s a detailed pricing breakdown:

Vivo S18

• 8GB + 256GB – 2,299 Yuan (roughly $325)
• 12GB + 256GB – 2,599 Yuan (roughly $367)
• 12GB + 512GB – 2,799 Yuan (roughly $395)
• 16GB + 512GB – 2,999 Yuan (roughly $424)

Vivo S18 Pro

• 12GB + 256GB – 3,199 Yuan (roughly $452)
• 16GB + 256GB – 3,499 Yuan (roughly $494)
• 16GB + 512GB – 3,699 Yuan (roughly $522)

The first sale of the Vivo S18 will kick off on December 22, while the S18 Pro model will go on sale alongside the S18e on 13th January 2024.

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Vivo continues to expand its product family. The company, currently the world’s sixth-largest smartphone manufacturer, aims to increase its user base and market share. In line with this, we recently saw flagship models like the X100 series and budget friendly models like the Y36i. Now, the Chinese manufacturer is gearing up to unveil the Vivo S18 series. So, how can you watch the launch event and what do we expect from upcoming phones? Here are the details…

How to Watch Vivo S18 Series Launch Event Live

The Vivo S18 series will be unveiled tomorrow at an event held in China. As Gizmochina, we will quickly share the features of the phones with you through our articles. Nevertheless, some technology enthusiasts may want to follow the event live and see all the innovations on the spot. If you are one of them, the thing you need to do is click here to access the official Vivo Weibo account.

However, it’s worth noting that the broadcast will be in Chinese, not English, and likely won’t include any subtitles. So, besides understanding visuals and numbers, there won’t be much you can do. Nonetheless, if you’re determined, the launch date and time are as follows: The Vivo S18 series will launch on December 14, 2023, at 2 PM China Standard Time (GMT+8).

Possible Specs of Vivo S18 Series are as follows:

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Vivo is all set to announce the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro smartphones on Dec. 27 in China. Before the launch, the company released official posters to confirm the chipsets that will power the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro. In addition, a leaker has revealed the name of the chipset that will power the S18e. Here is a look at all the new details about the S18 series.

Vivo S18 series’ chipset revealed

As seen in the above posters, the Vivo S18 will have the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. It is the same chip that powers its competitor, the Honor 100.

On the other hand, the Vivo S18 Pro will arrive with the Dimensity 9200 Plus chipset. The same chip has powered the likes of the Xiaomi 13T Pro, the Redmi K60 Ultra, the Vivo X90s, and the iQOO Neo 8 Pro in the past. As per reports, the S18 and S18 Pro will be arriving in options, such as 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage, and 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage.

As per a Chinese leaker, the Vivo S18e will feature the Dimensity 7200, which has also been seen on other phones, such as the Vivo S17e, the Vivo V27, the Vivo T2 Pro 5G, the iQOO Z7 Pro, and the Redmi Note 13 Pro+.

The tipster further revealed that the Vivo S18e has a flat display, but he did not mention its size. As per reports, the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro will have a 6.78-inch curved-edge OLED panel that offers a 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 2,800 nits of peak brightness. The S18e will have a 4,800mAh battery and a 50-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system.

On the other hand, the S18 and S18 Pro will have a 5,00mAh battery with 80W charging. The S18 will have a 50-megapixel + 8-megapixel dual-camera system, whereas the Pro edition will have a 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel triple camera system.

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The Vivo S18 series is set to launch in China later this week. But ahead of the official announcement, the company has released a new teaser that revealed the battery specifications and storage configuration of the upcoming devices. So here are all the details.

Vivo S18 Series Battery & Storage Specs

The Chinese tech giant shared new teasers on its official Weibo account. Looking at the social media posts, the battery specifications and storage details were listed for the new S18 lineup. As per official notes, the Vivo S18 series will be powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that promises to offer 13.5 hours of battery life on a single full charge. The company further claims that this cell has a 4 year long life and even promises 4 years of free battery replacement.

This battery size is quite impressive considering it is packed in an ultra thin body that measures just 7.45mm in thickness and weighs just 185.8 grams in weight. In a separate teaser, Vivo confirmed that the Vivo S18 will also launch in three storage configurations. This includes a 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 512GB storage option. Notably, users can virtually expand RAM by another 16GB and the devices also support storage compression up to 50GB.

Thanks to this, Vivo claims that users can store up to 10,000 HD pictures and retain 49 apps in the background. This was all the information shared on the teasers. Just recently, we covered another teaser that revealed the camera details of the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro. But for a more detailed rumor roundup, click here to check out our detailed report. The S18 series is set to be debuted in the Chinese market on 14th December 2023, so stick around for more since we will be covering the launch event.

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Vivo is gearing up to debut the S18 series of smartphones later this week. These devices will succeed the Vivo S17 series from 6 months back.

The company has been teasing the features of these handsets, namely Vivo S18, Vivo S18 Pro, and Vivo S18e, over the last few days. Similarly, we have been hearing about these products from other sources as well. 

Thus, almost everything about them is already known ahead of their official announcement. We have compiled all the things related to these upcoming phones in this article. 

Let’s check out what Vivo’s next-gen mid-range smartphones have to offer.

Vivo S18 Series Launch Date

The Vivo S18 series is scheduled to launch in China on December 14. The lineup will be unveiled at a press conference which will begin at 2 PM local time (GMT+8).

The event will be live-streamed on Weibo and other leading Chinese video streaming platforms.

Vivo S18 Series Design

The Vivo S18 series is getting a new design. The size of the rectangular camera island on the rear of the Vivo S18 and the Vivo S18 Pro will be almost the same as its predecessors, however, the sensors will be aligned differently.

The module will be equally divided into two segments. Only the top part will include the camera sensors. Whereas, a soft LED light will run along with borders of the bottom part along with a standard dual-tone LED flashlight inside.

The phones will have a feather-like pattern on their rear panels and will be available in four colors, such as purple, green, red, and black.

On the other hand, the Vivo S18e will feature a circular camera module and a flat frame design. It will also arrive in three colors, such as white, black, and violet.

Vivo S18 Series Specifications

The Vivo S18e will be the entry-level model in the lineup. It will arrive with a dual camera system and a thickness of 7.69mm. It will be backed by a 4,800mAh battery with support for 80W charging.

The other two handsets, Vivo S18 and Vivo S18 Pro, will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Plus chipsets, respectively. Both of them will have triple rear cameras and will support 80W charging.

The ‘pro’ variant will come with a 50MP Sony IMX920 primary sensor, a 50MP Samsung JN1 ultrawide unit, and a 12MP Sony IMX663 2x telephoto shooter. On the front, it will sport another 50MP snapper accompanied by a dual soft LED flash.

Vivo S18 Series Expected Price

The Vivo S18 series will likely cost about the same as the Vivo S17 series or slightly more expensive.

Thus, we can expect the Vivo S18 and Vivo S18 Pro to start around ¥2,499 and ¥3,099, respectively.  Whereas, the Vivo S18e should be more affordable than these two.

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New smartphones are coming up every other week after a slowdown for a while. Three more releases are scheduled for the next few days.

Two of these will have press conferences. They will take place in India and China. Whereas, the third one will be announced online.

The physical events will be hosted by Vivo in China and iQOO in India. Whereas, the online announcement will be headed by Realme in India.

Let’s take a look at all the phones that will be unveiled in the coming days one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

iQOO 12

The iQOO 12 is scheduled to launch in India on December 12 (Tuesday). It will be made official at an event which will begin at 12 PM IST. The conference will be live-streamed on YouTube.

The iQOO 12 was initially released in China in November, followed by Southeast Asia recently. Therefore, everything about this handset is already known.

The device comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, a 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz OLED display, a 50MP (wide) + 50MP (ultrawide) + 64MP (3x periscope) triple camera setup, a 16MP selfie camera, Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14, an IP64 rating, a 5,000mAh battery, and 120W wired charging support.

Vivo S18 Series

The Vivo S18 series is set to go official in China on December 14 (Thursday). It will be announced at a press conference which will start at 2 PM local time (GMT+8). The event will be live-streamed on leading Chinese video streaming platforms.

According to leaks and teasers, the Vivo S18 lineup will consist of three models, namely Vivo S18, Vivo S18 Pro, and Vivo S18e. The former will be powered by Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9200 Plus chipsets, respectively.

The ‘Pro’ variant will arrive with a 50MP Sony IMX920 main camera from Vivo X100. This sensor will be paired with a 50MP Samsung JN1 ultrawide unit and a 12MP Sony IMX663 2x telephoto shooter. The phone will draw energy from a 5,000mAh battery and support 80W wired charging.

Realme C67 5G

The Realme C67 5G will debut in India on December 14 (Thursday). It will be unveiled in a live stream scheduled for 12 PM IST.

The handset will come with a flat frame design. It will be the thinnest 5G smartphone in its segment and will carry support for 33W charging.

The device is expected to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus SoC. It will be available in green and black color options.

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Vivo S18 Series, including the Vivo S18, Vivo S18e, and Vivo S18 Pro, is set to unveil on December 14 in China. The new smartphone series has already been teased multiple times, including details about its specifications and design. The premium mid-range series is highly anticipated to feature competitive specifications. The new teasers shed some light on the camera specifications of the Vivio S19 and Vivo S18 Pro.

As per the teaser posters, both the Vivo S18 and Vivo S18 Pro are set to feature a 50MP front camera bundling soft dual-LED flash. However, the Vivo S18 Pro is set to feature a 50MP VCS Sony IMX920 lens equipped with the Optical Image Stabilization. There will be a 50MP Samsung JN1 Ultra-wide sensor and a 12MP IMX663 telephoto lens as present on the Vivo X90s. The Pro variant will feature an adjustable Aura LED light.

Along with the outstanding hardware, the Vivo S18 series will incorporate the Blue Heart AI model to enhance the photography experience. The model features six billion parameters to evaluate photos and ensure exquisite output.

Vivo S18 Series Specifications (Expected)

Plenty of details about the Vivo S18 series are already out, and here’s what we know so far for each smartphone.

The Vivo S18 is expected to feature a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC, and the Pro variant could ship with more powerful Dimensity 9200 SoC. Both the Pro and Standard variants are said to feature curved-edge OLED displays with 120Hz refresh rate for an immersive experience. The Vivo S18 is said to feature 80W fast charging, and the Pro model will offer a 100W fast charging option. A recent teaser unveils information about the two new color options – Black and Grey for the Vivo S18.

Vivo S18e could come with a dual-camera module accompanied by Aura LED. It will launch with a 4800 mAh battery and 80W fast charging support. It will feature a 7.69mm thickness and will retail in Cloud Gauze White, Glow Purple, and Starry Night Black color options.

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Vivo is gearing up to launch its S18 premium mid-range series smartphones on December 14 in China. Three devices are expected to debut that day: Vivo S18, Vivo S18e and Vivo S18 Pro.

Ahead of the launch, two color options for the Vivo S18 smartphone have been unveiled. The new color options are Black and Grey and feature the same flower-like pattern on the back that was unveiled in the previously teased color options. Here are the expected specifications of the S18 series.

Vivo S18 & S18 Pro specs

The Vivo S18 is anticipated to be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip, providing robust performance. In contrast, the S18 Pro is expected to boast a more potent Dimensity 9200 Plus chipset, potentially elevating its processing capabilities. Both models are rumored to offer a variety of color options, including Huaxia Red, Black, Purple, and Sea Green.

For optics, the S18 Pro is said to feature an impressive front camera with 50-megapixels and dual soft LED flash, ensuring stunning selfies. On the rear, the device is rumored to be equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera (Sony IMX920), a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera (Samsung JN1), and a 12-megapixel portrait camera (Sony IMX663). Both phones are expected to incorporate the Blue Heart AI model with six billion parameters, enhancing the portrait photography experience and introducing various AI features.

The display of both the standard S18 and the Pro variant is rumored to be characterized by a curved-edge OLED display, potentially providing an immersive visual experience. The display is expected to support a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring seamless interaction with the devices. Regarding charging capabilities, both phones are anticipated to support 80W charging. However, reports suggest that the Pro model may offer an even faster 100W charging option.

Coming to the Vivo S18e, it will feature a flat display and a circular camera module housing an OIS-enabled dual-camera setup accompanied by an Aura LED flash. The included image verifies the presence of a 4,800mAh battery with support for 80W charging. Notably, the device boasts a slim profile with a thickness of 7.69mm and will be available in color options like Cloud Gauze White, Glow Purple, and Starry Night Black.

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Vivo is gearing up to launch its latest smartphone series, the Vivo S18, in China on December 14th. The lineup will include three models: the Vivo S18e, S18, and S18 Pro. And while we’re still a few weeks away from the official unveiling, a new leak from Digital Chat Station has shed some light on the specs of the top-tier model, the Vivo S18 Pro.

Vivo S18 Pro Specifications (Rumored)

According to the informant, the Vivo S18 Pro will feature a 6.78-inch curved OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It’ll also have a 50MP selfie camera tucked away in a centered punch-hole cutout.

On the back, you’ll find a triple-camera setup headlined by a 50MP Sony IMX920 sensor – the same one used in the Vivo X100. Joining the main lens is a 50MP ISOCELL JN1 sensor for ultrawide shots and a 12MP Sony IMX663 sensor for telephoto with up to 2x optical zoom. And to add a touch of flair, there’s an Aura light below the camera block.

Vivo has confirmed that the S18 Pro will be powered by the Dimensity 9200+ chipset. The phone is also said to pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging. On the software front, the smartphone is expected to run Android 14 OS with Origin OS 4 on top.

As teased earlier, the Vivo S18 Pro will be available in three color options: Black, Green, and Blue. Additionally, the Vivo S18 series is said to be equipped with Vivo’s new Blue Heart AI model with six billion parameters, which can enhance the portrait photography experience and more.

The Vivo S18 series will launch in China on December 14. Availability details for regions outside of China are still under wraps, but it’s likely that the Vivo S18 series will be rebranded as the Vivo V30 series globally.

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Vivo has confirmed that it will announce the Vivo S18 series of smartphones at 2 pm on Dec. 14 in China. The lineup will comprise three models: the Vivo S18e, S18, and S18 Pro. In addition, the brand will also announce the Vivo TWS 3e TWS earbuds alongside the S18 series. Here is a look at all the details of these devices that have been officially confirmed.

Vivo S18e

The Vivo S18e will be the starting variant in the S18 series, which will come equipped with a flat display and a round camera module featuring an OIS-enabled dual-camera setup with an Aura LED flash. The above image confirms that it will have a 4,800mAh battery and support 80W charging. It has a thickness of 7.69mm and is confirmed to come in shades such as Cloud Gauze White, Glow Purple, and Starry Night Black.

Vivo S18, S18 Pro

Vivo’s President and General Manager of Brand and Product Strategy, Jia Jingdong has confirmed that the Vivo S18 has the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip. In contrast, the S18 Pro is equipped with the more powerful Dimensity 9200 Plus. He also revealed that both phones will come in shades, such as Huaxia Red, Black, Purple, and Sea Green.

Shown below are some sample shots of the Vivo S18. While he did not mention the camera specifications of the S18, he revealed that the S18 Pro has a 50-megapixel front camera with dual soft LED flash and a 50-megapixel (Sony IMX920, main) + 50-megapixel (Samsung JN1, ultra-wide) + 12-megapixel (Sony IMX663, portrait) triple camera unit on the back. In addition, the Vivo S18 series will come equipped with the company’s Blue Heart AI model with six billion parameters that can enhance the portrait photography experience, among other features.

The Vivo S18 and S18 Pro look different when compared to the S18e. The standard and Pro variants have a curved-edge OLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. Both devices are also expected to pack with 80W charging. Some reports have claimed that the Pro model may offer 100W charging.

While the company has revealed the design of the Vivo TWS 3e earbuds, it hasn’t confirmed any of its key features.

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Vivo will announce the Vivo S18 series of smartphones in December in China. The lineup is expected to include three models, such as the Vivo S18e, the Vivo S18, and the Vivo S18 Pro. Today, Vivo Vice-President Ouyang Weifeng shared the below poster to confirm the rear design of the Vivo S18 series. Here is a look at what to expect from the next-generation S-series Vivo phones.

Vivo S18 series design revealed

Vivo’s S-series smartphones have always been known for their exquisite design. The S18 series poster also reveals that it will sport a very attractive rear design. It will be available in Porcelain and Jade shades, both having some wavy patterns on them.

The raised camera island of the Vivo S18 series has a black-colored unit at the top housing three cameras and VCS branding. Below it, there is a squarish Aura Light LED along with another LED. The primary camera of these devices will support optical image stabilization. While the front of the Vivo S18 series is not revealed in the new poster, a recently released poster hints that it will have a curved-edge OLED panel.

Leaked information indicates that the upcoming Vivo S18 and S18 Pro will feature robust performance with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9200 Plusv chipsets, respectively. The S18 and S18 Pro are said to be the slimmest phones with a 5,000mAh battery in 2023. It appears that the brand will confirm the launch date of the Vivo S18 series on Monday (Dec. 4).

Reports have revealed that the Vivo S18e, which is likely to have the same design language, will be equipped with a flat display. However, nothing else is known about the device. Rumors have it that the Vivo S18’s tweaked version will be released in other markets with the Vivo V30 branding. In addition, the S18 Pro is likely to get repackaged as the Vivo V30 Pro globally.

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Today, iQOO released a poster showcasing the design and announcing the December launch of the iQOO Neo 9 series. In addition, its parent brand Vivo also released the teaser for the upcoming Vivo S18 series. Here’s an overview of the official confirmations from these brands.

iQOO Neo 9, Neo 9 Pro design

The iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro will share an identical dual-tone design, incorporating red and white segments. The white section accommodates two camera modules, whereas the red portion houses the third camera and an LED flash unit. Although the front of the Neo 9 series remains undisclosed, recent leaks suggest that both models will likely have a flat display.

According to reports, the iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro will use Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Dimensity 9300 chipsets, respectively. The Neo 9 series is expected to feature a 6.78-inch OLED 1.5K 144Hz display, a Sony IMX920 50-megapixel primary camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging.

Vivo S18 series December launch teased

Vivo confirmed that the Vivo S18 series will be equipped with the self-developed Blue Heart AI large model. The Vivo X100 series available in the Chinese market already ships with the Bluet Heart AI model. Vivo showcased the capabilities of its AI model at the Vivo Developer Conference (VDC) 2023 earlier this month. According to Vivo, the Blue Heart AI model comprises a range of five models with varying parameter levels—billions, tens of billions, and hundreds of billions.

For those who don’t know, an AI large model is a type of machine learning model that is very large in terms of the number of parameters it uses. These models typically have billions of parameters, compared to smaller models that may only have millions of parameters. Large models can learn more complex relationships between inputs and outputs and can be more accurate than smaller models.

Returning to the Vivo S18 series, Vivo has confirmed S18 and S18 Pro will be the thinnest 5,000mAh battery phones in 2023. Both phones are said to be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9200 Plus chipsets, respectively. To learn about the design of the Vivo S18 series, readers can refer to this post, and for key specifications, readers can check out this post. Like the iQOO Neo 9 series, the Vivo S18, S18e, and S18 Pro are also expected to launch in December in China.

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In June, Vivo unveiled the Vivo S17 series, which includes three models, namely the Vivo S17e, the Vivo S17, and the Vivo S17 Pro. The brand is now said to be working on successor editions of all three phones. In a new leak, tipster Digital Chat Station shared details about the design of the S18 series. In addition, he also leaked the camera specifications of the S18 Pro.

Vivo S18 series design

Earlier this week, DCS shared the above schematic to reveal the design of the iQOO Neo 9 and Neo 9 Pro smartphones that are expected to launch in December in China. The tipster shared a similar image again in a new Weibo post and claimed that the Vivo S18, which is also expected in December in China, will have a very similar design.

While the iQOO Neo 9 series will have a flat display, the S18 and S18 Pro are likely to feature a curved-edge OLED screen. There could be some differences in the rear camera module as well, since the S18 series will have a telephoto camera, a feature not likely to be present in the Neo 9 series.

The leak reiterates that the Vivo S18 will have the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, whereas its Pro variant will be equipped with the Dimensity 9200 Plus SoC. Both phones are expected to pack a 5,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging support.

Both phones will have a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS support. While the Pro model will feature the Sony IMX920 lens as the main camera, it is unclear whether the standard model will have the same primary camera. The Pro model’s camera module is tipped to include a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a telephoto camera.

Another leaker has claimed that the Vivo S18, which bears the V2323A, will arrive in four configurations, such as 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage, and 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage. To recall, the S17 and S17 Pro were available in the same configurations. Hence, it is likely that the S18 Pro will also have the same variants as the S18. The same tipster also revealed that the Vivo S18e is also in the works, and it will have a flat display instead of the curved-edge one that was available on the Vivo S17e. All three phones are expected to arrive in black, green, and a multi-color hue.

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Vivo, fresh off the launch of its flagship X100 series, is reportedly in the works of releasing new mid-range smartphones in the Vivo S18 series. Now, key specifications for the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro have now leaked online, courtesy of the tipster WhyLab on Weibo.

Vivo S18, S18 Pro specifications (rumored)

The leak, which appears to be a presentation for the two smartphones, reveals that the Vivo S18 will be powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. We have seen this SoC in action in the new Honor 100 so far, so the Vivo S18 will be among the first devices to feature SD 7 Gen 3. 

It will sport an OLED display with 2800 nits of brightness and a 5000mAh battery. Likewise, the smartphone will offer a choice of three RAM configurations – 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB – and two storage options of 256GB or 512 GB. 

On the other hand, the Vivo S18 Pro will reportedly feature the flagship-grade Dimensity 9200+ chipset and offer similar memory configurations as the Vivo S18. It will also pack a 5000mAh battery. Previously, it was tipped that both smartphones would support 80W fast charging.

The leak also reveals the Vivo S18 Pro’s main camera which is a 50MP Sony IMX920 sensor — the same as the Vivo X100. Furthermore, the smartphone will also include WiFi 7 compatibility.

Following past trends, the Vivo S18 is expected to be launched globally as the Vivo V30, while the S18 Pro is likely to hit the market as the Vivo V30 Pro. There should also be an S18e, following the S17e predecessor, which may launch as V30e globally. 

While there’s no official word on the launch date and pricing of the Vivo S18 series, we can expect to hear more details from Vivo in the coming weeks.

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