Google has released Android 17 to all eligible Pixel devices, and recently, other Android brands have also begun rolling it out to their devices. Most of them have already announced the complete rollout schedule, which tells you when a particular device gets the update.

If you have an Android device but have yet to receive the Android 17 update, take a look at the rollout schedule below to find out when it’s your time to hit the update button.

Google Android 17 rollout plan

Google Pixels are usually the first phones to get a taste of the new OS, and all of them receive the update at the same time, unlike other brands which roll out updates in phases.

This year, Google released the Android 17 update on June 16. Here’s a list of Pixel devices that received the update:

• Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold, 10a
• Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a
• Pixel 8, 8 Pro, 8a
• Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 7a
• Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a
• Pixel Tablet
• Pixel Fold

If your Pixel isn’t running Android 17, go to Settings > System and tap Software updates to get the latest update.

Samsung Android 17 (One UI 9) rollout plan

Samsung has not announced the rollout timeline for One UI 9, which is based on Android 17. However, the update has already reached dozens of Galaxy devices.

As of writing this post, nearly all high-end and mid-range Galaxy devices have started to receive the One UI 9 update. Some entry-level devices too have recently begun to receive the major upgrade.

The One UI 9 rollout may be already into the last few phases, but the brand has yet to release rollout timeline, and it now appears there won’t be any. You can visit this page to see which Galaxy devices have received Android 17.

OnePlus Android 17 (ColorOS 17) rollout plan

The Android 17 update for OnePlus devices will come with ColorOS 17 instead of OxygenOS 17 as a part of restructuring to its software strategy.

Here’s the official rollout schedule:

Xiaomi Android 17 (ColorOS 17) rollout schedule

Xiaomi hasn’t announced the global Android 17 rollout schedule for its devices. However, it has announced the timeline for Chinese users, which gives a rough idea about which global devices are eligible for the update and in what order they will likely receive the update.

Here’s the Android 17 rollout schedule for China:

We’ll update here when the brand announces a global rollout plan.

The global rollout should begin anytime soon as Xiaomi has been testing HyperOS 4 beta on multiple global models for a quite while now.

Oppo Android 17 (ColorOS 17) rollout plan

Oppo has announced the ColorOS 17 rollout plan for its devices. The Android 17-based update offers plenty of exciting features and useful upgrades. You can read more about them on this page.

Here’s the official ColorOS 17 rollout schedule for Oppo devices:

Vivo, iQOO Android 17 (OriginOS 7) rollout plan

Vivo has also announced its Android 17 rollout schedule for the eligible Vivo and iQOO devices. The update comes with a new OriginOS 7 skin at the top, bringing plenty of helpful AI features, new features, and enhancements through the system.

Here’s the official rollout timeline:

Realme Android 17 (ColorOS 17) rollout plan

OnePlus isn’t the only one leaving its legacy software and switching to Oppo’s ColorOS 17. Realme is following the same path. It means all Realme devices getting the Android 17 update will receive ColorOS 17 instead of Realme UI 8.

The change applies to upcoming phones as well. Meaning, all upcoming phones will come with Oppo’s software.

Here’s the Android 17 rollout timeline for Realme devices:

Nothing Android 17 (Nothing OS 5.0) rollout plan

Nothing has been pretty good with software rollouts, and has already announced a clear Android 17 update roadmap for its devices.

Motorola Android 17 rollout plan

While Motorola has improved its rollout pace this year, it still has not published a rollout schedule yet for Android 17. So, you know about it only when it reaches your device.

If you’re waiting for the Android 17 update on your device, it’s worth checking whether your Motorola device is eligible for it. You can check the official list of eligible devices on this page.

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The Vivo S70 now has a fuller spec sheet. We previously reported that the Vivo S70 could get a bigger telephoto sensor and support for an attachable teleconverter. A new leak from tipster Digital Chat Station adds the chip, the display, and the rest of the camera setup. Vivo hasn’t confirmed any of it yet.

According to the tipster, the Vivo S70 has a 6.59-inch 1.5K LTPS OLED with a flat screen. That’s the same size and resolution as the Vivo S60, which launched in China in May.

The chip is Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. The Vivo S60 runs the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, so this would be a generational step up. Vivo’s S series has kept the 8s line for its top model, and the S70 Flagship Edition would continue that.

On the front, you get a 50MP selfie camera, which matches the Vivo S60. The back has a 50MP main camera with a large sensor, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 64MP Sony LYT-610 periscope telephoto. The Vivo S60 uses a 50MP periscope with 3x optical zoom, so the telephoto is where the S70 moves up.

A 64MP sensor gives the telephoto more resolution to work with when you crop in. The leak doesn’t say what the optical zoom factor is, so we don’t know yet whether Vivo is keeping the 3x range or changing it.

Teleconverter support

The leak also says the phone supports a 200mm teleconverter. Vivo has offered this kind of accessory on its X series, and the Vivo X300 FE was the first FE model to support the 200mm Telephoto Extender Gen 2. If the S70 Flagship Edition gets the same support, it would be the first S series phone with a teleconverter option.

The extender is an optional accessory, so it would likely be an add-on purchase rather than something included in the box. The tipster doesn’t reveal which extender generation the S70 would work with, or what it would cost.

Everything here comes from one tipster, and the specs describe what the leak says the phone has. Vivo hasn’t announced the Vivo S70, its price, or its battery size, and leaked specs can change before launch. Earlier reports pointed to a November launch in China.

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According to a report, Vivo is preparing to bring its X500 series to India, and the timeline is now clearer. The lineup is expected to arrive in the country by the end of November 2026. As expected, the company is putting the camera front and center, with the X500 Pro Max set to lead the charge.

Vivo X500 series India launch details

The upcoming X500 series is expected to bring a professional-level camera experience to smartphones. Vivo is positioning the lineup as a step forward for mobile imaging, aiming to close the gap between phones and dedicated cameras.

The series includes three models: the Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max. All three are expected to make their way to India by the end of November 2026, though Vivo has yet to confirm an exact launch date.

The X500 Pro Max is expected to sit at the top of the lineup. It will reportedly feature a 60FPS AF Tracking Snapshot, which should help users capture sharp shots of fast-moving subjects. The phone is also said to support 4K cinematic slow-motion video at up to 960FPS.

These features are clearly aimed at users who take their photography seriously. Vivo appears to be targeting enthusiasts who want more control and flexibility without carrying a separate camera.

For context, the Vivo X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max debuted as the world’s first phones with the 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chip. The global launch event for the Pro models is taking place today, while the India launch is expected to follow in about a month. We expect more details on Indian pricing and availability as the launch nears.

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Prolific insider Digital Chat Station (DCS) has shared details of a Vivo phone that they claim belongs to the next “S” model. The tipster does not name the phone, but going by the timing and the pattern Vivo followed this year, it is most likely the Vivo X500s. However, that is our reading, and the leak does not confirm it.

According to DCS, Vivo went with a large-screen approach while testing its mid-cycle “S” iteration. The engineering sample has a 6.85-inch 2K+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate. DCS also describes the panel as a quad-sided flat screen.

The post says nothing about the chipset, cameras, battery, or launch date, so the display is the only detail you have to go on for now.

The Vivo X300s, which launched in March, has a 6.78-inch 1.5K display and a 144Hz refresh rate. It was the first phone in the X series to move beyond 120Hz.

The device arrived alongside the Vivo X300 Ultra, which also has a flat 2K panel with a 144Hz refresh rate. If the new engineering sample belongs to the Vivo X500s, it would bring a larger screen and higher resolution than the X300s.

The current standard model has a smaller display. Launched in China in September, the Vivo X500 features a 6.59-inch 2K display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It also packs a 7,500mAh battery and the Dimensity 9600M chipset. A 6.85-inch panel would give the rumored X500s a noticeable size advantage over the standard model, similar to the X300s and the regular X300.

Keep in mind that this is an engineering sample. Vivo can still change the screen size, resolution, or panel type before a final version is ready, and the company has not said anything about an X500s.

If it follows the X300s schedule, a spring launch would be the logical window. Nothing in the leak supports that timing, so treat it as a guess until Vivo or another tipster adds more.

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Vivo has launched the Vivo Y600 in China with a massive 10,000mAh battery that helped the smartphone secure a Guinness World Records title. The device reportedly streamed continuously for 32 hours and 37 minutes during a record-setting test conducted in August. Alongside its headline battery capacity, the phone features a 120Hz AMOLED display and a MediaTek Dimensity chipset.

Vivo Y600 specifications and features

The Vivo Y600 features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 2,800 x 1,260-pixel resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR support, and 10-bit color output. It is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300e processor, built on a 6nm process, paired with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The phone runs OriginOS 6, Vivo’s Android-based software platform.

Battery capacity is a major highlight, with a 10,000mAh typical-capacity battery and support for up to 44W wired charging. The handset also supports reverse charging through its USB-C port. For photography, it features a 50-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture and an 8-megapixel front camera for selfies and video calls.

Other features include an in-display optical fingerprint sensor, face unlock, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, an infrared remote control, and 5G connectivity. The phone measures 163.9mm in height and weighs 224g or 225g, depending on the color.

Vivo Y600 price and availability

The Vivo Y600 has arrived in shades like Sapphire Blue, Diamond Gold, and Obsidian Black finishes. Its 6GB+128GB model costs 1,999 yuan (~$280), while the 8GB+128GB version is priced at 2,099 yuan (~$295).

The 6GB+256GB configuration costs 2,199 yuan (~$310), and the 8GB+256GB variant is available for 2,499 yuan (~$350).

To sum up, the Y600 is a tweaked version of the Vivo V80 Lite and Vivo S2 FE available in other markets.

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Vivo‘s rumored imaging flagship is no longer looking like a China-only plan. Fresh IMEI database listings point to a global Vivo X500 Ultra variant, alongside a Brazil-bound Jovi model, which strengthens the case for an international rollout after earlier chatter suggested the Ultra might stay domestic.

X500 Ultra: Vivo and Jovi model numbers surface in the IMEI database

According to an AndroidTreasure report that captured the listings, the international phone is logged as V2660 under the Vivo X500 Ultra marketing name, with Vivo Mobile Communication Co Ltd listed as the manufacturer. A second entry shows a Jovi X500 Ultra under model J2613. Jovi is the brand Vivo uses in Brazil, so that unit lines up with a Latin American path rather than a China SKU.

Those two references matter because they go beyond vague “global” rumors. An IMEI listing does not name every country or set a store date, but it is the kind of paperwork brands usually file when they are preparing devices for markets outside China. That sits in contrast with earlier talk that cost pressure, including memory shortages, might keep ultra-flagships such as this one closer to home, similar to how some are reportedly considering trimming international Ultra plans.

The X500 Ultra still sits above the already launched X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max, which headed to Europe after their China debut. Separate leaks continue to point to a Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip, a roughly 6.85-inch 2K+ LTPO panel, and a China window around March or April 2027. Camera rumors, including a lower-resolution main sensor paired with a larger telephoto, are still fluid and should be treated as tips until Vivo confirms them.

For now, the takeaway is simpler: Vivo appears to be clearing the paperwork for both a standard international X500 Ultra and a Jovi version aimed at Brazil. Whether that becomes a wide global launch or a smaller set of regions will depend on official announcements.

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Vivo is preparing to launch Vivo X500 E as a more affordable option to the otherwise premium X500 lineup. The brand has not announced a launch date or teased anything about the device yet. However, the X500 E has already passed through multiple regulatory checks, thereby hinting at a potential launch soon.

Ahead of the launch, the Vivo X500 E has been through multiple leaks, revealing key capabilities of the device. Plus, the certification websites have revealed some important details about the device. So, we’ve curated this roundup to include everything we know about the Vivo X500 E.

Vivo X500 E specifications (expected)

The Vivo X500 E was recently spotted in Google Play Console listings with a model number ‘V2648’. It revealed that the device is powered by a Qualcomm SM7750 chipset, which refers to the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC. Plus, the listing shows the device has an 8GB RAM (there’ll be more variants at the launch) and a display resolution of 1260 x 2750.

These specs match with that of Vivo V80, which debuted earlier this month. And so rumors are that the upcoming Vivo X500 E could be a rebranded version of the Vivo V80 — but there could actually be multiple versions of the X500 E.

The X500 E recently appeared on the Bluetooth SIG certification website, but with a different model number ‘V2656’. Rumors say the X500 E may carry a 7,500mAh battery, which doesn’t quite exactly match Vivo V80’s 7,200mAh. It’s possible that Vivo may launch the X500 E in multiple battery versions based on regions.

Recent Amazon listings of third-party cases for the device have put more weight to the rebranding rumor. The cases were spotted on Amazon Italy and claim to be compatible with both the Vivo X500 E and Vivo V80. The camera cutouts in those listings also match with Vivo V80.

While it’s too early to make a judgment, recent findings point to a much stronger rebranding case. If that’s true, the X500 E will come with a 6.59″ AMOLED screen with 144Hz refresh rate and 5000nits peak brightness. It could have a triple rear camera setup, featuring a 50MP main camera, a 50MP periscope telephoto camera, and an 8MP ultrawide camera, along with a 50MP selfie shooter.

The Vivo X500 E is expected to feature 90W wired charging support. It will likely boot Android 17 out of the box with OriginOS 7 skin and should receive OS updates up to four generations.

Vivo X500 E: Expected launch and price details

Vivo has not announced a launch date for the Vivo X500 E. And the fact that the brand hasn’t even teased about it yet suggests we are still a few months away from the launch, at least not in 2026. We’ll post when an official launch is announced.

The Vivo X500 E is expected to carry the same (or similar) set of specifications as the Vivo V80, and so the pricing should also be similar. Based on that, we expect the X500 E to have a starting price of around INR 63,000 for the base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage and could go up to INR 80,000 for the 512GB storage.

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The Vivo S70 has its first specs leaked. A few days after a tipster suggested a November launch in China, Digital Chat Station has shared details about the phone’s display, processor, and camera.

The phone reportedly has a 6.59-inch flat OLED display with a 1.5K resolution. It uses LTPS technology, and the panel is said to come from Visionox. Worth noting is that the screen size is the same as the Vivo S60.

Under the hood, the Vivo S70 is expected to use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip. This is a natural upgrade over the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 inside the Vivo S60.

The camera hardware could see a more noticeable change. According to Digital Chat Station, the Vivo S70 will have a 64MP Sony LYT-610 periscope telephoto camera with around 3x optical zoom. 

For comparison, the Vivo S60 has a 50MP periscope camera with 3x optical zoom, meaning the new model could offer a higher-resolution sensor without changing the zoom range significantly.

There’s also a possible teleconverter accessory in the works, but specifics remain in the shadows. Vivo has so far offered this type of accessory with its X-series flagships.

An earlier leak from Smart Pikachu claimed that only one brand among the mid-range phones launching in November would offer a large-sensor periscope camera with teleconverter support. If the latest details are true, the Vivo S70 could be the phone in question.

Vivo S70 prototypes reportedly had a rear screen

Digital Chat Station also revealed in the comments that early engineering prototypes of the Vivo S70 included a rear screen; however, Vivo later dropped the feature, so the final retail model is not expected to have one. 

Vivo has yet to announce the S70 officially, and several details remain unknown, including its battery capacity, charging speed, price, and exact launch date.

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A rumor back in July tipped that the Vivo X500 Ultra could have three 200MP cameras. A new rumor, however, suggests that may not happen. Instead, the company is now said to be testing a 50MP unit for its main camera.

Words for it come from a new post by Digital Chat Station, which claims that the latest engineering sample of the Vivo X500 Ultra features a 50MP Sony LYT910 sensor with a 35mm focal length. 

The 50MP solution has been rumored as well. The tipster previously said Vivo was weighing a 50MP LOFIC sensor against a 200MP option for the main camera, and the latest information corroborates it. The telephoto, however, could still be a 200MP sensor.

Vivo X500 Ultra has a bigger 200MP telephoto

Another post from Digital Chat Station reveals that the telephoto solution on the X500 Ultra is a 200MP unit with a 1/1.2-inch sensor. In comparison, the X300 Ultra uses a 200MP Samsung HP0 sensor in a 1/1.4-inch format, which means the rumored 1/1.2-inch sensor will have roughly 36% more sensor area. The larger surface could capture more light and produce better zoom shots in low-light conditions.

Beyond cameras, the device is expected to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip, a battery of around 8,000mAh and a 6.85-inch LTPO AMOLED display supplied by BOE. The phone is expected to launch in March or April next year, a release window a Vivo executive has already confirmed for the Chinese market.

These details are still based on an engineering sample, so the camera hardware could change before the phone reaches mass production. Vivo hasn’t officially confirmed the reported sensors or the rest of the specifications, and more details should emerge as the launch gets closer.

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The Vivo Y600 series in China includes several models, such as the Y600 Pro, Y600 Turbo, Y600i, Y600k Turbo and Y600s Pro. Now, the company is teasing the Vivo Y600, the latest addition to the lineup. Its biggest highlight is a massive 10,000mAh battery, which has already featured in a Guinness World Records endurance test.

Vivo Y600’s arrival teased

The official promotional poster confirms that the Vivo Y600 uses a 10,000mAh BlueVolt battery. The company also highlights a Guinness World Records achievement for the longest continuous livestream test of a mobile phone, lasting 32 hours and 37 minutes. The test took place on August 11, 2026, demonstrating the endurance of the device’s large battery.

Meanwhile, tipster Experience More has shared additional specifications on Weibo. According to the leak, the Vivo Y600 will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 7300e chipset, a 50-megapixel primary rear camera, IP68 and IP69 ratings, and 44W wired charging. The phone has reportedly appeared with the model number V2607A in a 3C certification listing, which also indicates support for a 44W charger.

Could be a rebranded phone

The Vivo Y600 could be a rebranded version of the Vivo S2 FE, which recently launched in India. The same device is also available in Southeast Asian markets as the Vivo V80 Lite 5G. However, Vivo has yet to confirm whether these phones share the same hardware.

If the connection holds, the Y600 could feature a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The S2 FE also packs a 32-megapixel front camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 10,000mAh battery with 44W charging. It runs Android 16 with OriginOS 6 and carries IP68 and IP69 ratings. Vivo has not yet announced the Y600’s launch date, pricing, or availability.

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Vivo has unveiled its Buds Ultra true wireless earbuds in Europe, bringing premium audio features and advanced noise cancellation to the market. The new earbuds focus on sound quality, long battery life and convenient controls. They are available in two color options, with introductory discounts offered in select European markets.

Vivo Buds Ultra specifications and features

The Vivo Buds Ultra feature a hybrid driver system combining a Knowles co-developed balanced armature driver with a dual-fold dynamic driver. This coaxial arrangement aims to deliver balanced bass and treble, while a dedicated acoustic tube separates high and low frequencies. The earbuds support a 16Hz to 60kHz frequency response, an independent Hi-Fi DAC with a 113dB dynamic range and LDAC audio transmission at up to 990kbps.

For noise cancellation, the earbuds use four microphones and Vivo’s Intelligent Noise Cancellation 2.0 technology, offering up to 60dB of noise reduction across a 5,500Hz bandwidth. An Adaptive mode automatically balances noise cancellation and transparency, while dedicated settings cater to planes, subways and buses. Calls benefit from a bone conduction sensor and three microphones, with Vivo claiming up to 99% wind noise reduction.

Battery life reaches 11 hours per charge with ANC disabled and up to 50 hours with the charging case. A five-minute charge provides two hours of music playback, while the case supports wireless charging. The earbuds carry an IP54 rating for dust and sweat resistance. Other features include multipoint connectivity for three devices, spatial audio modes, a 10-band equaliser, personalised hearing profiles and remote camera controls.

Price and availability

The Vivo Buds Ultra are priced at €199, but Vivo’s official online stores in Spain and Portugal are currently offering them for €169. The earbuds come in Glacier White and Cosmic Black. More regional availability details are expected at Vivo’s X500 series European launch event on October 27.

Notably, the Buds Ultra appear to be a rebranded version of the Vivo TWS 5 Pro, which debuted in China alongside the X Fold6 in June. Vivo has not announced Indian pricing or availability.

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Vivo has recently launched the Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max in China, and these models are expected to reach the global market by the end of this month. The lineup will also include other models, such as the Vivo X500E and X500 FE. However, the major highlight of the series is the Vivo X500 Ultra, as it is expected to deliver a remarkable photography experience similar to that of the X300 Ultra. Today, reliable tipster DCS published a Weibo post sharing key details about the device.

Vivo X500 Ultra key details emerge

According to DCS, the Vivo X500 Ultra is tentatively scheduled to launch in March or April 2027. This timeline would be in line with expectations, as the X300 Ultra debuted in March 2026.

The tipster further mentioned that the Vivo X500 Ultra will feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset (SM8975). On the front, it will have a 6.85-inch BOE LTPO display with 2K+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It is expected to feature an LIPO flat display with symmetrical bezels and rounded corners, as well as an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

The leak does not provide any information about the device’s camera capabilities, but the phone may pack a battery with a capacity of around 7,000mAh.

Recent reports have revealed that the Vivo X500 Ultra is being tested with a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera featuring different sensor sizes, including 1/1.12-inch, 1/1.3-inch, and 1/1.4-inch options. However, it remains unclear which sensor will be used in the final device.

For the main camera, Vivo may use either a 50-megapixel 1/1.28-inch LOFIC sensor with a 35mm focal length or a 200-megapixel 1/1.12-inch LOFIC sensor. It is advisable to wait for further reports to learn more about the exact camera specifications.

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Vivo is expanding beyond smartphones with the Vision Discovery Edition, its first mixed reality (MR) headset. Showcased in India alongside the Vivo X Fold 6 at the Vivo NEXT event on October 6, the headset offers a glimpse into the company’s ambitions in spatial computing, entertainment, and gaming.

I got to try the Vivo Vision Discovery Edition at the event, exploring its interface, controls, virtual environments, and gaming features. Although my session was brief, the experience was positive. However, the headset is currently not available for purchase in India, with no confirmed retail price or consumer sales date.

Design, Fit, and Physical Controls

The Vivo Vision Discovery Edition hands-on explores its design, 8K displays, eye tracking, gaming, spatial interface, and battery pack following its India showcase. features a curved front visor, a metallic frame, fabric-covered sections, and an adjustable dual-loop head strap. Despite its substantial appearance, it weighs approximately 398 grams.

Several media representatives were waiting to try the headset at the event, leaving little time for proper fitting and calibration. Nevertheless, it felt comfortable when I wore it. There was minimal light leakage around the sides, which I noticed only after Saswat Kumar Pati, Product and GTM at Vivo India, who presented the device, pointed it out.

The headset supports eye tracking and hand gestures, allowing users to look at an interface element and pinch their fingers to select it. It also has a physical control on the right side that can be rotated, alongside a button for power and other interactions. These controls complement gesture-based navigation and make interacting with the interface more intuitive.

Exploring the Spatial Interface

The headset runs OriginOS Vision, which places applications and content within a virtual environment. The home screen displayed Settings, Browser, File Manager, Albums, Player, and two games named Vigo and Pat Pat.

The app selection was limited on the demonstration unit. Rather than a fully established consumer ecosystem, the showcase focused on demonstrating the headset’s core capabilities. A broader application selection and stronger third-party support will be important if Vivo intends to make the headset useful beyond entertainment.

One highlight was the 360-degree virtual environment. As I moved my head and looked around, the scene changed with my viewpoint. Moving around made me feel as though I was walking through the virtual environment rather than simply watching a video. Vivo also advertises a virtual cinema experience equivalent to a 120-foot screen.

Gaming and Interactive Experiences

I tried the Vigo game, which involved touching virtual objects and moving them around using hand gestures. Interacting directly with digital objects made the experience engaging and offered a glimpse of how mixed reality could change gaming.

Another game featured virtual musical instruments that users could touch and interact with. I could not try it because of the time constraints, but it demonstrated the potential for creative experiences beyond conventional gaming.

Screen Mirroring and Multitasking

Vivo’s XR Console mirrored the headset’s interface onto a television during the demonstration, allowing others to follow the experience. The display showed the home screen, applications, and video playback.

I also explored multitasking, with multiple applications available within the spatial environment. This could make the headset useful for productivity as well as entertainment, although a longer session would be needed to assess its practicality for everyday work.

Vivo Vision Discovery Edition: Key Specifications

• Weight: Approximately 398 grams
• Dimensions: 83mm high and 40mm thick
• Displays: Dual Micro-OLED panels with 8K binocular resolution
• Resolution: 3,840 x 3,552 pixels per eye
• Color coverage: 94% DCI-P3
• Color accuracy: Delta E below 2
• Processor: Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
• Operating system: OriginOS Vision
• Tracking: 1.5-degree eye tracking and 26 degrees of freedom in fingertip gesture recognition
• Gesture tracking range: 175 degrees vertically
• Fit options: Four light-seal sizes and eight foam-padding options
• Immersive viewing: Virtual cinema screen equivalent to 120 feet

Battery and Charging

The headset uses a separate, wired battery pack, keeping the main unit lighter. The pack connects to the headset through a cable, although I could not establish its capacity, charging speed, or real-world endurance during my brief session.

Vivo also highlights its battery technology, but I would reserve judgement on battery life until a longer test is possible. Endurance will be important for extended gaming and entertainment sessions.

Final Thoughts

My experience with the Vivo Vision Discovery Edition was positive. Its immersive visuals, eye tracking, hand gestures, physical controls, and interactive gaming offer an interesting glimpse into Vivo’s mixed reality ambitions.

The limited app selection and short demonstration meant I could explore only a fraction of its capabilities. Comfort, battery endurance, and software support will need further evaluation.

For now, the headset remains a showcase device rather than a product consumers can purchase in India. Nevertheless, it is an interesting step beyond Vivo’s smartphone business and a promising preview of its approach to spatial computing.

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Vivo usually launches two generations of S-series phones in China each year. In May, the brand unveiled the Vivo S60 series, and it appears that the S70 lineup may not be far away. A new leak from tipster Smart Pikachu has revealed the launch timeframe and initial details about the S70.

Vivo S70’s fisrt details emerge

According to the tipster, a wave of mid-range camera phones will start launching next month in China. The post tags the Vivo S70, which suggests the phone could debut in China in November. The tipster also claims that only one brand in this batch will offer a large-sensor periscope camera with teleconverter support. The other phones expected to launch in November in China include the Honor 700 series and Oppo Reno 17 lineup.

That brand is likely Vivo, so the S70 could get a bigger telephoto sensor than the S60’s 50-megapixel periscope. An attachable teleconverter would give buyers extra zoom without spending on a flagship. So far, Vivo has offered this accessory only with its premium X-series phones.

For reference, the Vivo S60 has a 6.59-inch AMOLED panel at 2750 x 1260 resolution, with a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 5,000 nits of peak brightness. It runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, and ships with OriginOS 6 based on Android 16.

Around the back, the S60 has a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera. A 50-megapixel camera on the front handles selfies. Inside is a 7,200mAh silicon-carbon battery with 90W wired charging, and the phone is rated IP68 and IP69.

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Hasselblad, Zeiss, Leica, and ARRI are familiar names for most of us in the photography and filmmaking scene, but you might not be aware that you can get their camera on a smartphone. Not that they make them, but they have partnered with smartphone makers to bring their camera expertise on different levels to a handheld. 

Oppo uses Hasselblad’s imaging expertise for its Find X series, Vivo works with Zeiss on optics and camera accessories, Xiaomi has brought Leica deeper into phone development, and Honor is now using ARRI’s cinema technology to improve video recording.

At first glance, you might think these brands are simply helping phone makers improve their cameras. But not every partnership is the same—one focuses on tuning photo colors, while another focuses on developing camera hardware itself. 

So if you’re thinking of buying a flagship Android phone in 2026, beyond the usual Samsung or Google, it’s always better that you understand what each camera partnership means. 

Hasselblad and Oppo

Hasselblad’s first major smartphone partnership began with the OnePlus 9 series, which launched in March 2021. OnePlus announced the agreement as a three-year camera co-development effort. Before that, Hasselblad’s only phone-related project was the 2016 Hasselblad True Zoom Moto Mod for Motorola’s Moto Z series, an accessory that added 10x optical zoom.

On the OnePlus 9 Pro, much of Hasselblad’s work went into color reproduction and software. Natural Color Calibration involved lab testing and tuning hundreds of real-world scenes through computational photography. The partnership also brought a redesigned Pro Mode inspired by Hasselblad’s Phocus software, along with support for 12-bit RAW photography in Pro Mode, including on the main camera.

Oppo joined the arrangement in 2022, announcing its own three-year partnership with Hasselblad. The company said the move brought the existing OnePlus collaboration to the corporate level, covering both smartphone brands. The Oppo Find X5 series was the first result, with natural color calibration again playing a central role.

The OnePlus partnership eventually came to an end. The OnePlus 13 was the last flagship to carry Hasselblad branding, while the OnePlus 15 switched to the company’s own DetailMax Engine. Oppo, meanwhile, extended its agreement with Hasselblad in July 2025 at an event in Gothenburg, Sweden, announcing plans to develop a new mobile imaging system together.

That brings us to the Oppo Find X10 series, which launched in China in September. The Oppo Find X10 has two 200MP cameras that Oppo says were co-developed with Hasselblad, alongside an 8,000mAh battery. The Find X10 Pro Max has 200MP sensors on its main, ultra-wide and telephoto cameras, a combination Oppo calls a first for smartphones. The entry-level Find X10 E also includes a Hasselblad imaging system.

Oppo says all three rear cameras on the Pro Max can record 4K at 120fps and 8K at 30fps, while the standard Find X10 supports the same recording options on its two 200MP cameras.

Both the Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max support a Hasselblad Teleconverter Kit, and the Pro Max has a matte orange accent ring around its camera module. Oppo’s global launch for the series is scheduled for October 21 in Mallorca, Spain.

Zeiss: From Nokia and Sony to Vivo

Zeiss has one of the longest histories in mobile photography among these four brands. Its optics appeared on Nokia phones during the company’s feature-phone era in the mid-2000s, and the branding later returned on Nokia smartphones made by HMD Global.

The Nokia-Zeiss relationship ended by mutual agreement in 2021. The Nokia XR20, released in August that year, was the last Nokia phone to carry Zeiss branding, with the end of the partnership formally confirmed in July 2022.

Zeiss had already established another smartphone partnership with Sony. The Xperia 1 II, released in 2020, marked the beginning of their collaboration, which continues today. Zeiss contributes optical expertise and its T* anti-reflective coating, which is intended to reduce reflections and improve contrast while preserving image quality.

Vivo announced its global partnership with Zeiss in December 2020. The companies agreed to co-develop imaging systems for Vivo’s premium phones, establish the Vivo ZEISS Imaging Lab as a joint research and development program, and work together on optical components.

The Vivo X60 series was the first product of the collaboration. Its camera features included Zeiss T* coating and a Biotar portrait filter inspired by the distinctive background blur of classic Zeiss lenses.

The Vivo X300 Ultra continued that work with a 200MP main camera at a 35mm equivalent focal length, a 200MP periscope telephoto at 85mm and a 50MP ultra-wide at 14mm. Announced on March 30, 2026, the phone went on sale in China on April 3 before launching globally on April 15. It supports 4K video recording at up to 120fps.

Vivo also sells Zeiss telephoto extenders that attach directly to the phone, with 200mm and 400mm equivalent options. The 400mm version uses a 15-element optical design.

The partnership continues with Vivo’s newer X500 lineup. The Vivo X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max launched in China on September 21, followed by the global announcement of the X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max on October 6. The X500 Pro Max includes a 200MP Zeiss APO telephoto camera and supports the 400mm Zeiss Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra.

Leica: From Huawei to Xiaomi

Leica entered the smartphone market in a major way in 2016 through its partnership with Huawei. The Huawei P9 arrived with a dual-camera system featuring a dedicated monochrome sensor. Leica worked on the optics, image processing, and color modes too.

The two companies continued working together on Huawei flagships such as the P20 Pro and P30 Pro. The partnership, however, ended in March 2022, making that year’s Huawei P50 series as the last phones with Leica branding.

Surprisingly, though, Xiaomi announced a collaboration with Leica not so long after. The two companies announced a long-term imaging partnership in May, and Xiaomi’s CEO said the deal would cover everything from optical design to the look and feel of the final images.

The Xiaomi 12S series was the first device under the partnership. It introduced two Leica color profiles: Authentic, which aims for a more natural look, and Vibrant, which produces punchier colors. Xiaomi has kept both options on later phones.

The relationship has since moved beyond tuning cameras and image processing. Xiaomi now describes the partnership as a strategic co-creation model, with Leica involved earlier in the phone’s development.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra gives a good look at the hardware behind the partnership. Its main camera uses a 50MP Light Fusion 1050L sensor with a 1-inch format, LOFIC technology for improved dynamic range, and a 23mm equivalent focal length. The lens has an f/1.67 aperture.

The remaining cameras include a 200MP periscope telephoto with continuous optical zoom between 75mm and 100mm equivalent. Its aperture shifts from f/2.39 to f/2.96, and the lens carries Leica APO certification. The 50MP ultra-wide camera has a 115-degree field of view and can take macro shots from as close as 5cm.

There’s also a Leica Edition 17 Ultra with a few extras of its own. It has a red Leica dot and a knurled frame that give it a camera-like appearance, while a built-in Master Zoom Ring lets users adjust focal length, white balance, and exposure. You also get a Leica Moment mode that recreates the color rendering of the Leica M9.

Xiaomi brought the 17 Ultra to international markets, including Europe and Australia, in early 2026. The phone is not available in the US.

Xiaomi’s newest Leica phones are the Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, which launched in China in September. Both use a 200MP Leica main camera, a 200MP periscope telephoto with 3.2x optical zoom and a 50MP ultra-wide. Xiaomi has confirmed a global release later in 2026 but hasn’t announced a date yet.

ARRI and Honor 

Unlike the other three brands, ARRI had no earlier smartphone partnership before Honor. The company is best known for cinema cameras, and its collaboration with Honor marks its entry into mobile imaging.

Called the Cinematic Imaging Partnership, the agreement produced its first commercial device in the Honor Robot Phone, announced in August 2026. ARRI said the phone incorporates selected parts of its image science, including LogC3, the ARRI Wide Gamut 3 color space and ARRI Looks.

Adapting these technologies for a smartphone required a separate implementation to account for smaller sensors, compact optics, and real-time image processing.

The Honor Magic9 Pro Max brings the same technology to a conventional flagship. It launched in China in September.

Its rear camera system consists of a 200MP main camera with a 1/1.28-inch sensor and f/1.57 aperture, a 200MP telephoto camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor and f/2.6 aperture, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera.

ARRI’s contribution is most visible in Cinema Mode, which records up to 4K at 60fps using ARRI LogC3, 10-bit color, and ARRI Wide Gamut 3. Users get 14 preset ARRI Looks and access to a library of 87 additional grades. Honor has also borrowed design cues from ARRIFLEX cinema cameras for the rear camera layout.

For now, the Magic9 Pro Max is available in China. Honor says releases in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Southeast Asia are coming soon, but it hasn’t provided dates or announced US availability.

How the four camera partnerships compare

Hasselblad and Leica started with a lot of software and color-tuning work before moving into hardware development. Zeiss has stayed closer to optics, coatings, and external lenses. Meanwhile, ARRI is currently focused on cinema-style video processing.

What the partnerships mean when buying a phone

A camera brand’s name tells you who contributed to the system, but it doesn’t automatically tell you how good the results will be. The type of contribution matters more than the logo.

For buyers interested in external camera accessories, Vivo’s Zeiss telephoto extenders and Oppo’s Hasselblad Teleconverter Kit are the most tangible examples. If video editing is a priority, Honor’s ARRI LogC3 workflow is more directly relevant, although the Magic9 Pro Max is currently limited to China.

For still photography, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Oppo Find X10 series use different camera hardware and image processing techniques. Comparing their photos, especially in challenging lighting, will reveal more about their strengths than their brand partnerships alone.

Ultimately, these collaborations go beyond putting a familiar name on a phone. Each brings something different to mobile imaging, from more accurate color reproduction and improved optics to longer zoom ranges and video tools suited to professional filmmaking.

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Vivo appears to be preparing another smartphone for its X-series lineup. The upcoming Vivo X500e has surfaced on Google’s device database, offering an early look at its hardware and front design. The listing adds to signs that the phone could launch in global markets soon.

Vivo X500E specifications and design revealed

According to 91mobiles, the Vivo X500E has appeared on the Google Play Console with the model number V2648, which is also associated with the recently unveiled Vivo V80.

The listing reveals that the device is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750 chipset, which is the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4. It also lists 8GB of RAM and a display resolution of 2750 x 1260 pixels, although the screen size and refresh rate remain unknown.

The listing image shows a flat display with a centrally positioned punch-hole cutout for the front camera. The handset is also expected to succeed the Vivo X300E, which launched in July this year. However, the available information does not confirm its complete specifications or launch date.

These details contradict previous reports suggesting that the Vivo X500e could be powered by a more powerful Snapdragon or Dimensity chipset. The newly listed specifications suggest that the Vivo X500E could arrive as a rebranded version of the Vivo V80. However, it is advisable to wait for further reports to learn more about the phone’s remaining specifications. With its Google Play Console appearance, it appears that it will not take too long for the X500E to go official.

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Vivo has started selling two new smartphones in India, targeting buyers looking for premium imaging and productivity features. The Vivo V80 focuses on content creation, while the Vivo X Fold 6 combines a foldable design with multitasking tools. Both models ship with OriginOS 7 and come with launch offers across online and offline channels.

Vivo V80, Vivo X Fold 6 pricing and offers

The Vivo V80 is available in Sunrise Anthem, Horizon Blue, and Stellar Black. Its 8GB+128GB variant costs Rs 62,999 (approximately $660), the 8GB+256GB model is priced at Rs 69,999 (approximately $734), and the 8GB+512GB version costs Rs 79,999 (approximately $839). Buyers can opt for easy EMI starting at Rs 2,625 per month, up to 10% exchange bonuses, or a flat 10% instant cashback on eligible cards and UPI transactions, subject to terms. Online offers include bank discounts, exchange bonuses, and a one-year extended warranty.

The Vivo X Fold 6 is available in Nebula Teal and Prism Black, with 12GB+512GB storage priced at Rs 2,19,999 (approximately $2,309). Offline buyers can get up to Rs 26,400 (approximately $277) in eligible bank cashback or an exchange bonus of up to 12%, alongside easy EMI options starting at Rs 7,333 per month. Online buyers can access eligible bank cashback, exchange benefits, or no-cost EMI. Both phones are available through Vivo’s online store, retail partners, Flipkart, and Amazon.

Vivo V80 and Vivo X Fold 6 specifications

The Vivo V80 features a 6.59-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 5,000 nits local peak brightness. It runs on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 platform and packs a 7,200mAh battery with 90W FlashCharge.

Its imaging system includes a 50-megapixel ZEISS night telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and a 50-megapixel ZEISS group selfie camera. It also supports 4K cinematic video and AI-powered editing tools.

The Vivo X Fold 6 uses the Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chipset and features an 8.02-inch inner display and a 6.51-inch cover screen, both with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz. Its cameras include a 200-megapixel ZEISS main sensor and an APO telephoto camera.

A 6,900mAh battery supports 80W wired and 40W wireless charging. The foldable also offers Origin Workbench, AI Cross-App Drag, multi-window tools, and IPX8, IPX9, and IP5X ratings.

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The OnePlus 16 has arrived in China with flagship hardware, including a high-refresh-rate display, a massive battery, and upgraded cameras. However, its availability outside China remains a concern, particularly after OnePlus withdrew from the US and European markets, with no confirmed launch date for the new flagship in India.

Although OnePlus India has previously said its local operations continue as usual, buyers looking for a phone they can purchase through official channels may want to consider alternatives. Here are five flagship smartphones worth considering instead of the OnePlus 16.

iQOO 16

The iQOO 16 is a compelling alternative for users who prioritize performance and gaming, featuring a 6.85-inch Samsung M16 AMOLED display with a 2K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. Its Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, built on a 2nm process, works alongside a dedicated Q4 gaming chip and an advanced vapor chamber cooling system to support demanding workloads.

The phone packs an 8,400mAh silicon-anode battery, which is larger than the capacity found in many conventional flagship smartphones, and supports 100W wired charging and 40W wireless charging. This combination should appeal to users who spend long hours gaming or streaming and want to minimize charging interruptions.

On the rear, the iQOO 16 features a 50-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. A 32-megapixel front camera handles selfies and video calls, making the phone a well-rounded choice beyond its gaming credentials.

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max offers a different flagship experience, with a 6.9-inch AMOLED display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision support, and a reported peak brightness of 4,000 nits. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, placing it in the same high-performance category as the OnePlus 16 while emphasizing a more balanced flagship experience.

A large 8,500mAh silicon-carbon battery powers the device, with support for 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. What sets it apart from the other phones on this list is its 2.9-inch rear display, which can be used to view notifications, check the time, control music playback, and access select features without turning on the main screen.

The camera system comprises a 200-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilization, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera offering 3.2x optical zoom. A 50-megapixel front camera completes the setup, giving the phone considerable flexibility for landscape photography, portraits, and selfies.

Oppo Find X10 Pro Max

The Oppo Find X10 Pro Max is worth considering for users who place camera capabilities high on their list of priorities, with a reported 6.9-inch AMOLED display featuring a 165Hz refresh rate and a 2K resolution. Its MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset, manufactured using a 2nm process, is designed to deliver flagship-level performance alongside improved power efficiency.

The phone is equipped with an 8,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, offering substantial capacity for extended daily use, while reported charging specifications include 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

The Find X10 Pro Max features a triple 200-megapixel rear camera system, bringing high-resolution sensors to the main, ultrawide, and telephoto cameras. On the front, it has an autofocus-enabled 50-megapixel selfie camera.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2,600 nits, making it suitable for gaming, streaming, and outdoor use. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.

The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 60W wired charging and 25W wireless charging, along with Wireless PowerShare for charging compatible accessories. Although its battery capacity is considerably lower than the OnePlus 16’s 9,000mAh unit, Samsung’s flagship offers a familiar premium experience with a focus on display quality, productivity, and software support.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 200-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. A 12-megapixel front camera handles selfies and video calls, while the rear camera system supports up to 100x digital zoom and 8K video recording at 30 frames per second.

OnePlus 15

The OnePlus 15 remains an alternative for buyers who want the OnePlus experience without depending on the newly launched OnePlus 16. It features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 165Hz gaming refresh rate and is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, offering strong performance for gaming and everyday tasks.

Its 7,300mAh battery supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, giving users a substantial power reserve and flexible charging options. While its battery is smaller than the OnePlus 16’s 9,000mAh unit, the OnePlus 15 remains a capable choice for those who do not necessarily need the latest generation.

The OnePlus 15 features a 50-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization, a 50-megapixel telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. Its front camera handles selfies and video calls, while the familiar OxygenOS experience may appeal to existing OnePlus users; availability and warranty support should nevertheless be checked in the buyer’s market.

The Vivo X500 Pro Max and Honor Magic 9 Pro are also worthy mentions for buyers seeking photography-focused flagship phones with advanced camera systems and versatile shooting capabilities.

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Vivo has just launched the Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max in China. These phones are expected to hit the global market by the end of the month. There have been reports that the global X500 lineup will include a few more devices, which may launch a bit later. These include the Vivo X500 FE and X500E. In the latest development, the X500E has bagged an important certification, indicating that it is inching closer to launch.

Vivo X500E Bluetooth SIG certified

As can be seen above, the Vivo X500E, with model number V2656, has been approved by the Bluetooth SIG authority. Devices that receive Bluetooth certification are often expected to go official within around a month. As usual, the listing has not revealed anything about its specifications.

Vivo X500E specifications (rumored)

Recent reports have revealed that the Vivo X500E will arrive with a 6.59-inch OLED panel that offers 1.5K resolution. Under the hood, it will feature a Snapdragon 8-series chip and possibly a 7,500mAh battery.

Like the X500, the X500E may feature a camera module positioned in the top-left corner. While the X500 has a circular setup, the X500E will reportedly have a square camera module housing a 50-megapixel 1/1.28-inch main sensor, an ultra-wide sensor, and a Sony IMX8-series periscope telephoto camera.

The X500E is unlikely to launch alongside the X500 trio, which is scheduled to launch globally on October 27. However, there is a possibility that its launch could be scheduled for next month or before the end of the year.

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Vivo raised the price of its V-series phones with the launch of the Vivo V80 in India. The phone starts at Rs 62,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model, while the 8GB + 256GB variant costs Rs 69,999. For comparison, the Vivo V70 launched at Rs 45,999 for the same 8GB + 256GB configuration, making the new model Rs 24,000 more expensive.

The price gap also changes where the V-series sits in the market. Vivo’s V-series has traditionally competed with Oppo’s F-series, but the V80’s pricing puts it closer to Oppo’s Reno lineup, as we discussed in our Oppo Reno 16 vs Vivo V70 comparison.

So, what does the extra money get you, and if we were to compare, how does the V80 compete with its old rival, Oppo F-series? To find out, we’re comparing it with the recently launched Oppo F35 Pro while also bringing the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ into the mix. The latter two sit in a similar price segment.

Price in India

Vivo is offering up to 10% instant cashback or an exchange bonus, depending on the retailer and payment method. Buyers also get Google One cloud storage at no extra cost, along with discounted V-Shield protection and extended warranty plans. Even with the full 10% discount, the base V80 costs around Rs 56,700.

Motorola lists an effective price of Rs 44,999 for the Edge 70 Pro+ after applicable offers. The Oppo F35 Pro 5G goes on sale on October 11 through Oppo’s stores, Flipkart, and Amazon. The Vivo V80 follows on October 13 through Vivo’s online store, Amazon, Flipkart, and retail outlets. Motorola’s phone has been available since June 11.

Design and display

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is the thinnest and lightest of the three at 7.19mm thickness and 190g weight. It has a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a 2772 x 1272 resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 5,200 nits of peak brightness. Its screen also supports HDR10+, 10-bit colour and 100% DCI-P3 coverage.

The Vivo V80 uses a smaller 6.59-inch AMOLED panel with a 2750 x 1260 resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. It reaches 5,000 nits of local peak brightness and supports HDR10+, 4320Hz PWM dimming, and up to 1 nit of minimum brightness. However, the 144Hz refresh rate is available only in selected apps.

Oppo’s F35 Pro 5G sits between the other two in screen size, with a 6.77-inch AMOLED panel offering a 2772 x 1272 resolution and a maximum 144Hz refresh rate. Its peak brightness is rated at 3,600 nits, below the other two phones, but you’re unlikely to see a difference. 

As for the build, the Edge 70 Pro Plus has a plastic frame, a Gorilla Glass 7i front, and three back finishes inspired by silk, twill and wood. The Vivo V80 has a glass back and includes a charger, case, and pre-applied screen protector in the box. Meanwhile, Oppo uses an aluminium alloy frame and a thicker body, measuring 8.4mm and weighing 210g.

Cameras

The camera is probably where the three phones differ the most. The Vivo V80 has three ZEISS-tuned rear cameras, including a 50MP Sony LYTIA 700V main sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS) and a 50MP Sony IMX882 telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. An 8MP ultrawide camera completes the setup. The telephoto camera also supports portrait photography with 85mm and 100mm framing options.

Its front camera is a 50MP unit with autofocus and a 92-degree field of view. The phone records 4K video at 60fps and includes cinematic colour styles, AI lighting effects, and portrait tools.

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ also has three 50MP rear cameras, but its telephoto camera offers 3.5x optical zoom through a periscope lens. Its 50MP ultrawide camera has a 122-degree field of view, compared with the 8MP ultrawide sensors on the Vivo and Oppo. Motorola also supports 4K video recording at 60fps with HDR10+, along with slow-motion recording at 4K and 120fps.

The Oppo F35 Pro hones a 50MP main camera with OIS and an 8MP ultrawide camera. It has no telephoto lens, although its 50MP front camera offers a wider 100-degree field of view than the Vivo’s selfie camera. Both front and rear cameras support 4K recording at 30fps.

So in the end, Vivo and Motorola have the advantage in zoom photography and higher-frame-rate 4K video. 

Performance and battery life

Now, when it comes to raw power, Motorola has the strongest hardware on paper. The Edge 70 Pro+ runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme, paired with 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. It also has a 4,600 mm² vapour chamber for cooling.

The Vivo V80 uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. Oppo’s F35 Pro 5G runs on the Dimensity 7360 Max, also with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. Both phones lack a memory card slot.

Battery capacity favours Oppo, whose phone packs an 8,000mAh battery and supports 80W wired charging. Vivo has a 7,200mAh battery with 90W charging, while Motorola uses a smaller 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery with 90W wired and 15W wireless charging. Motorola also supports reverse wireless charging.

The three manufacturers use different testing methods for their battery-life claims, so their advertised endurance figures are not directly comparable. Still, Oppo has the largest battery, while Motorola is the only one here with wireless charging.

Software, durability and connectivity

The Vivo V80 ships with OriginOS 7 based on Android 17, and Vivo promises up to six years of security updates. Oppo’s F35 Pro 5G runs ColorOS 16.5, with three Android version upgrades and four years of security patches. Motorola ships the Edge 70 Pro+ with Android 16, three OS upgrades and five years of security updates.

All three phones have extensive water and dust resistance ratings. The Oppo carries IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, while Vivo has IP68 and IP69 protection. Motorola combines IP68 and IP69 ratings with MIL-STD-810H certification. These ratings do not make the phones immune to water damage, and none of the three warranties covers liquid damage.

Connectivity gives Motorola another advantage, with NFC, Wi-Fi 6E support listed on its specifications sheet, Bluetooth 5.4, and wireless audio support. Vivo also includes NFC, an infrared blaster, and stereo speakers. Oppo supports Wi-Fi 6 and an infrared remote but lacks NFC, which may matter to people who use contactless payments.

Which phone should you buy?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ looks like the strongest overall value at Rs 47,999, or Rs 44,999 with offers. It combines the fastest chipset, 12GB of faster RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, a periscope telephoto camera, a 50MP ultrawide sensor, and wireless charging. Its smaller battery and plastic frame are the main trade-offs.

The Oppo F35 Pro 5G is the more affordable choice, starting at Rs 45,999. Its 8,000mAh battery, wide selfie camera, and extensive durability ratings make it worth considering, although the lack of a telephoto camera and NFC limits its appeal.

The Vivo V80 has a capable ZEISS-tuned camera system, a bright 144Hz display, 4K recording at 60fps, and a longer promised security-support period. However, its starting price of Rs 62,999 and top price of Rs 79,999 put it well above the other two. 

Based on the specifications alone, the Motorola offers more hardware for the money, while the Oppo is a better fit for buyers who want a large battery without spending as much. The Vivo’s higher price is harder to justify unless its camera experience and software features prove worth the extra cost in real-world use.

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After unveiling the Vivo Y600i and Y600k Turbo phones recently in China, Vivo has quietly added another model to the Y600 family. Called the Vivo Y600s Pro, the new smartphone focuses on a large battery and a high-resolution AMOLED display. Here is everything you need to know about Vivo’s latest Y-series phone.

Vivo Y600s Pro specifications and features

The Vivo Y600s Pro features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 2,800×1,260-pixel resolution, 1.07 billion colours and support for a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel also supports HDR and P3 wide colour gamut, and has an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

Powering the smartphone is the MediaTek Dimensity 7300e chipset, paired with 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The phone runs OriginOS 6 based on Android 16 and also supports an additional 8GB of Memory Fusion.

For photography, it has a 50-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture and a 32-megapixel front camera, with electronic image stabilisation supported on both cameras.

A 10,200mAh battery is the standout feature, using a single-cell design with a rated capacity of 10,000mAh. It supports 90W wired charging and reverse charging, while other features include NFC, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, an infrared remote and dual stereo speakers.

Vivo Y600s Pro price and availability

The Vivo Y600s Pro is available in 8GB+256GB and 8GB+512GB configurations priced at 2,699 Yuan (~$402) and 2,999 Yuan (~$447), respectively. Color options include Moonlight Black, Floating Gold, Starry Purple and Vast Blue.

Interestingly, there is virtually no difference between the Y600s Pro and the Vivo Y600 Pro launched earlier this year. Both use the same Dimensity 7300e chip, 6.83-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 10,200mAh battery, 90W charging and a 50MP + 32MP camera setup, making the Y600s Pro appear to be just a rebranded version.

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The OriginOS 7 skin, based on Android 17, has finally gone official in India, detailing which Vivo phones will receive the update and when. Unlike custom interfaces from other Android brands, this one brings substantial upgrades across key areas and essential AI features. So, if you own a Vivo phone, you should really care about this upgrade.

Vivo has confirmed that it will start rolling out OriginOS 7 in India towards the end of October. And like most of the time, newer premium models will get priority access, which includes the Vivo X300 series and Vivo X Fold 5. The Vivo X200 series will follow in November, while V-series handsets are slated to receive the update in mid-December. The rollout will subsequently expand to other lineups, such as the Vivo T and Y series.

Take a look at the complete rollout timeline below to find out when it’s your turn.

Vivo OriginOS 7 update rollout timeline

Vivo hasn’t provided exact rollout dates, so you’ll want to watch for the update to arrive on your device. You should receive an update notification on your phone once it’s available. However, it’s best to check for updates manually from time to time to ensure you’re not missing out if notification arrives with some delay, which usually is the case.

OriginOS 7 is a fairly substantial upgrade clocking in at several gigabytes, depending on the model. So, it’s best that you keep at least 10GB of free storage space for a smoother upgrade. Also, ensure that there are no older pending updates left for installation.

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Vivo has quietly unveiled the Y32 in select global markets, bringing a large battery and a high-refresh-rate display to its Y-series lineup. The phone is aimed at users looking for extended battery life without moving into a higher-end price segment. It also brings IP68 and IP69 ratings for added durability.

Vivo Y32 specifications and features

The Vivo Y32 features a 6.87-inch LCD display with a 1592 x 720-pixel resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 1,300 nits of peak brightness. Under the hood, it uses the Unisoc T7300 chipset, paired with 4GB or 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. A microSD card can expand the storage by up to 2TB.

The biggest highlight is the 8,000mAh battery, which supports 44W wired charging. For photography, the phone has a 50-megapixel primary rear camera accompanied by a 2-megapixel secondary sensor, while an 8-megapixel camera handles selfies and video calls. Stereo speakers and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button are also included.

Vivo has given the Y32 a durable build with IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The phone runs Android 16 with OriginOS 6 on top and supports 4G connectivity. The Twilight Red version measures 8.69mm thick and weighs 229g, while the Sunset Orange model is 8.79mm thick and weighs 230g.

Vivo Y32 price and availability

The Vivo Y32 is offered in Twilight Red and Sunset Orange color options. Vivo has listed the smartphone on its official websites in Bangladesh and Nepal, but the company has not yet announced its pricing.

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Vivo has announced the S2 FE for the Indian market, adding a new device to its S-Series lineup. The smartphone focuses on long battery life and durability, backed by a large-capacity battery and a rugged build designed for everyday use.

Vivo S2 FE Specifications

The S2 FE features a massive 10,000mAh battery, which is significantly larger than what most smartphones currently offer. Vivo demonstrated its endurance with a 32-hour continuous livestream test, while the large capacity should also allow the phone to last multiple days depending on usage. It supports 44W wired charging. Despite packing such a large battery, the S2 FE measures 8.6mm thick and weighs around 225 grams.

In terms of durability, the device comes with both IP68 and IP69 ratings. This means it is protected against dust and standard water submersion, as well as high-pressure, high-temperature water jets. It also carries MIL-STD-810H certification for drop and shock resistance, making it a practical option for people who work outdoors or tend to drop their devices frequently.

On the front, there is a 6.83-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1.5K resolution. It can reach 2,000 nits in high brightness mode, which should make it easy to read in direct sunlight. Inside, the phone runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 7300e processor. You can choose between 6GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM, but both configurations are limited to 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

The camera system is straightforward. There is a 50-megapixel primary camera using a Sony IMX852 sensor, paired with a basic 2-megapixel depth sensor. For selfies, it includes a 32-megapixel lens on the front. Software-wise, it ships with Android 16 and Vivo’s OriginOS 6. Vivo is also bundling a six-month trial of Google One with 100GB of cloud storage for new subscribers.

Pricing and Availability

The Vivo S2 FE goes on sale on October 20, 2026. It will be available in Stellar Green, Zen White, and Titan Black. The 6GB RAM model is priced at ₹38,999, while the 8GB RAM version costs ₹42,999. It will be sold through Vivo’s website, Amazon India, Flipkart, and physical retail stores.

In related news, Vivo has also launched the V80 with a 7,200mAh battery, OriginOS 7, and a 144Hz AMOLED display, while the X Fold 6 has debuted in India with a steep price hike.

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Vivo held its NEXT 2026 event in India, where it showcased the Vision Discovery Edition MR headset and this year’s foldable edition, the Vivo X Fold6. The same event also saw the arrival of the Vivo V80 and Vivo S2 FE. Like the X Fold6, the V80 is among the first Vivo phones in India to ship with the new OriginOS 7, bringing the latest software experience to the V Series.

Vivo V80 specifications and features

The Vivo V80 features a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support and up to 5,000 nits of local peak brightness. It also supports 4320Hz high-frequency PWM dimming and has slim bezels. The phone is powered by Qualcomm’s 4nm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, paired with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Photography is a major focus, with the triple rear camera system co-engineered with ZEISS. It includes a 50MP main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide camera and a 50MP ZEISS telephoto camera based on the Sony IMX882 sensor, offering 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. The 50MP front camera has autofocus and a 92-degree field of view, while video recording supports up to 4K at 60fps. The phone also offers multiple portrait focal lengths and ZEISS bokeh effects.

A 7,200mAh battery powers the V80, making it the largest battery in the V Series so far. It supports 90W wired charging, while the phone also gets IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The handset measures 157.52 x 74.33 x 7.69mm and weighs 203g, with a 3D ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor and stereo speakers.

Vivo V80 price and availability

The Vivo V80 comes in Sunrise Anthem, Horizon Blue and Stellar Black color options. The 8GB+128GB model costs Rs 62,999 (~$654), while the 8GB+256GB version is priced at Rs 69,999 (~$726). The top-end 8GB+512GB variant costs Rs 79,999 (~$830). Pre-orders are now open, with sales starting October 13 through Vivo’s online store, Amazon, Flipkart and authorized retail stores.

Launch offers include up to 10% instant cashback or an exchange bonus, depending on the purchase channel and eligible payment method. Buyers can also get Google One cloud storage at no additional cost, while other benefits include discounted V-Shield protection and extended warranty plans. What do you think of the Vivo V80 and its combination of a large battery, ZEISS cameras and 144

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Vivo has announced its latest custom skin, OriginOS 7, in India. The Android 17-based software brings upgrades across the user interface, animations, productivity, connectivity, and security. Alongside that, the company has revealed the OriginOS 7 rollout plan in India, which kicks off later this month.

OriginOS 7 eligible devices and rollout timeline

Vivo will begin rolling out OriginOS 7 in India towards the end of October, starting with high-end flagships like the Vivo X Fold 5 and Vivo X300 series.

More Vivo X series phones will receive the update in November, while the V series phones will join the party in mid December. Vivo is aiming to conclude the rollout by February 2026.

End of October 2026

• Vivo X Fold 5
• Vivo X300 Ultra
• Vivo X300 Pro
• Vivo X300
• Vivo X300 FE

Mid November 2026

• Vivo X200 Pro
• Vivo X200
• Vivo X200 FE
• Vivo X200T

Mid December 2026

• Vivo X Fold 3 Pro
• Vivo X100 Pro
• Vivo X100
• Vivo V70 Elite
• Vivo V70
• Vivo V70 FE
• Vivo V60
• Vivo V60e

End of December 2026

• Vivo V50
• Vivo V50e

End of January 2027

• Vivo V40 Pro
• Vivo V40
• Vivo S2
• Vivo S2 FE
• Vivo T5 Pro 5G
• Vivo T5 5G
• Vivo T5x 5G
• Vivo T4 Ultra
• Vivo T4 Pro
• Vivo T4 5G
• Vivo T4R 5G
• Vivo T3 Ultra
• Vivo Y51 Pro 5G

End of February 2027

• Vivo V40e
• Vivo V30 Pro
• Vivo V30
• Vivo V30e
• Vivo Y400 Pro 5G
• Vivo Y400 5G
• Vivo Y31 Pro 5G
• Vivo T4x 5G

Surprisingly, there are no iQOO models on the list. Vivo usually includes them alongside Vivo devices in the timeline, but not this time. So, we can expect a separate timeline for iQOO devices pretty soon.

This rollout timeline is applicable to the Indian market, but other markets are likely to receive the update around the same time.

OriginOS 7: All the new features and major upgrades

Design and personalisation

OriginOS 7 introduces Fluid Motion to make interface interactions feel elastic, tactile, and natural. The UI elements stretch, deform, and spring back with gestures across more than 200 scenarios, while Spring Animation dictates how the interface reacts dynamically to physical touch gestures. The update also brings Seamless Interaction that improves transitions between horizontal scrolling and vertical scrolling.

In terms of personalisation, OriginOS 7 adds Dynamic Glow that responds to interactions with lighting effects, promising to deliver an interface that feels alive. Dynamic Translucent Material adapts to the background in three styles: Realistic, Natural, and Soft. Immersive Home makes changes to icons and widgets between daytime and nighttime.

Vivo has added several new features to make the lock screen more fun and engaging. The Wiggle Theme feature enables wallpapers to wobble, spring, or ripple when the phone is shaken, and the AOD screen now displays information such as deliveries and flights.

Pat Pals Theme adds interactive companions, and Glint Theme changes iridescence, glitter, patterns, and light effects according to the viewing angle. OriginOS 7 also adds system-level stickers across supported experiences.

Essential AI upgrades

OriginOS 7 brings a powerful AI assistant, Jovi, for compatible Vivo phones and PCs. It can help you find information, read files, and distill key points. You can give commands on your phone to perform a task on your PC. It can also gather relevant news, compile reports on schedule, and save them to Notes.

Jovi has skills for document handling, content creation, and office assistance, which you can enable or disable anytime. You can also add custom skills and use the API of your preferred provider such as OpenAI or Anthropic.

Here’s a list of other AI upgrades to OriginOS 7:

• AI Recorder: Separates each speaker,  generates highlights, provides AI insights, and multi-template summaries.
• Snap Note: Converts photos of whiteboard, paper notes, slides, and mind maps into editable notes. It can also help you arrange multiple captured pages in the correct sequence.
• Smart Call Assistant: It includes AI Call Answering that can answer calls and convert conversations into text, while Call Overview provides an AI-generated summary in the call log.
• AI Reader Mode: Makes text auto-fit your screen with more comfortable sizing and page transitions.
• AI Search: Searches across File Manager and Origin Notes using natural text description instead of exact file names.
• Snap & Go: Screenshot a flight, train, or bus details to add them to Google Calendar through Origin Island.

Performance, multitasking, and battery

OriginOS 7 adds a Snap-Up Engine that detects ticket-grabbing scenarios and tunes network and performance resources, so critical actions like tapping and paying run smoother to help you grab the ticket faster.

Vivo has adopted a new memory allocation and reclamation strategy, targeted optimisation for high-frequency scenarios in daily use, system-wide aging management, and reduced fragmentation. The company has validated sustained smoothness through a 72-month anti-aging test.

Key performance upgrades include:

• 10% shorter app cold start time
• 11% faster app page switching
• 60% faster memory reclamation
• 14.4% improved rendering efficiency

Origin Workbench enables seamless multi-tasking, allowing you to open multiple windows at once, with the ability to switch between tasks in a tap. The feature will be available on specific models with 12GB RAM or more, while compatibility depends on the app.

OriginOs 7 adds Battery Life Estimate that shows remaining usage time and estimated charging time. BlueVolt Smart Engine reduces power consumption by up to 25% during high-resolution Microsoft Teams video calls, while AI-based usage learning can extend battery life by up to 4% in the same scenarios.

When the device is standby and connected to a network, the device automatically switches to a more power-efficient mode to offer up to 26% longer connected standby. For gamers, Heterogeneous Computing reduces the graphics rendering power consumption by up to 20%.

Cross-ecosystem connectivity

OriginOS 7 integrates deeper support for select Apple products. For instance, select Apple Watch can display notifications and messages, with fitness and health data available through Origin Health. AirPods can now use Vivo’s Spatial Audio, while battery and connection status now appear on Origin Island. iCloud for web can now be accessed through Vivo File Manager.

Shake & Share supports one-to-many and cross-brand transfers of high-resolution, lossless photos without mobile data. And the Office Kit now supports Camera Sharing, Task Handoff, notes, file transfer, and cross-system file access.

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Vivo has launched the Vivo X Fold 6 in India, just days after introducing the global version. It costs Rs 2,19,999 for the sole 12GB RAM and 512GB storage configuration, which, if you were to compare, is Rs 70,000 more than the Rs 1,49,999 launch price of the Vivo X Fold5 in India last year.

The higher price gets you an 8.02-inch foldable display, a 6.51-inch cover screen, MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chip, a 200MP main camera, and a battery with a rated capacity equivalent to 6,900mAh. Vivo is also bundling three months of Google AI Pro with 5TB of cloud storage.

Display and design

The Vivo X Fold 6 has an 8.02-inch inner display and a 6.51-inch cover screen, both carrying Vivo’s ZEISS Master Color branding. The company lists a local peak brightness of 5,000 nits, an LTPO 8T backplane, a 1–120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and 424 PPI. The main screen uses SDC M14 light-emitting material, while both displays can lower their brightness to 1 nit for use in dark environments.

The phone has a 2.5D metal frame with rounded corners, along with a circular camera module surrounded by a colour-matched Deco ring. Vivo’s India page shows the phone in a Nebula Teal finish.

It also comes with IPX8 and IPX9 water resistance and IP5X dust resistance. Vivo says the X Fold 6 can even be folded underwater, based on testing that involved folding it 1,000 times in still fresh water at a depth of 1 metre. The phone is rated to remain usable at temperatures as low as –20°C, although Vivo notes that it is not a professional waterproof device and liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.

Performance and battery

The X Fold 6 uses a Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chip that Vivo developed with MediaTek for AI tasks and multitasking. It has a concurrency engine built for Origin Workbench, and Vivo says this reduces power consumption by 10% during heavy multitasking compared with the X Fold5.

The battery uses a dual-cell design, with Vivo giving its combined capacity as equivalent to a single 6,900mAh cell. The two cells are rated at 2,845mAh and 3,915mAh, which works out to a rated equivalent of 6,760mAh and 25.56Wh. The battery also uses fifth-generation silicon-anode technology and a third-generation semi-solid-state design. Vivo says it can maintain steady discharge in extreme cold.

According to Vivo’s lab tests, the phone can handle 7.43 hours of Microsoft Teams meetings on a full charge with the camera on and shared content displayed full screen. That is 47% longer than the X Fold5 under the same test. Origin Workbench multitasking lasted 9.37 hours in testing, or 23% longer than the previous model. These are Vivo’s own figures, so actual battery life will depend on how the phone is used.

Other battery features include a predictive charging time display, a low-power hotspot mode and longer connected standby.

Cameras

The main camera uses a 200MP Samsung HPB sensor with a 1/1.4-inch size, f/1.68 aperture, OIS and CIPA 4.5 stabilisation. It is joined by a 50MP Sony LYT-602 telephoto sensor with a 1/1.95-inch size, f/2.57 aperture, and a 3x periscope lens. The telephoto camera has a 70mm equivalent focal length, OIS, and up to 100x zoom, while macro shots can go up to 20x.

The third camera is a 50MP ultra-wide sensor with a 1/2.76-inch size, f/2.05 aperture, autofocus, and a 15mm equivalent focal length. All three cameras have ZEISS T* coating, and Vivo has added a multi-focal zoom flash.

Vivo’s Imaging Chip V3+ handles video processing and supports features such as 4K 60fps portrait video. Portrait shooting is available in 200MP and 50MP modes across 23mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm and 100mm focal lengths. Other camera features include Night Flash Portrait, several film styles, and an AI Creative Camera for changing image styles.

The foldable form factor also adds a few camera-specific features. Split-screen preview can show captured shots in two columns while you continue shooting. The cover screen can display animations to attract children or pets, and it can also act as a teleprompter when recording with the rear cameras.

Other features

The Vivo X Fold 6 has stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, a four-mic array, and an X-axis linear motor. It supports Bluetooth earphones and digital USB Type-C earphones, but analog USB Type-C earphones are not supported. The bundled Google AI Pro subscription can be claimed until September 4, 2027.

For more comparisons, the Vivo X Fold6 vs Oppo Find N6 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo X Fold6 articles compare the phones side by side. The best foldable phones of 2026 list also covers other options in the market.

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Vivo recently unveiled a new Y600-series phone called the Y600i, and now it has silently listed another model called the Y600k Turbo. The phone is positioned as a new variant of the existing Y600 Turbo. Here is a look at its specifications, features, pricing, and availability.

Vivo Y600k Turbo specifications and features

The Vivo Y600k Turbo features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 2800 x 1260-pixel resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and 130Hz touch sampling rate. The display also supports 10.7 billion colours and 4320Hz high-frequency PWM dimming, while its local peak brightness can reach 5000 nits. It is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 mobile platform, coupled with 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Battery life is a major highlight, with the phone carrying a 9,020mAh typical-capacity battery and support for 90W wired fast charging. The single-cell battery has a rated capacity of 8,820mAh, while wireless charging is not supported. The handset also supports reverse charging through its USB Type-C port.

For photography, the Y600k Turbo has a 50-megapixel primary rear camera accompanied by a 2-megapixel depth sensor, along with an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The rear camera can record up to 4K video, while the front camera supports up to 1080p recording.

Other features include OriginOS 6-based Android 16, an under-display optical fingerprint scanner, dual speakers, an IR blaster, NFC, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance. The phone also uses strengthened glass for improved drop resistance and has passed eight military-standard environmental tests.

Vivo Y600k Turbo price and availability

The Vivo Y600k Turbo is listed in a 12GB+256GB configuration priced at 2,799 CNY (~$420). It is available in Electric Blue, Dune Gold and Millennial Pink color options. There’s no information on whether it will be released in markets outside of China.

While it carries the “K” branding, we could not find any significant differences compared with the existing Vivo Y600 Turbo. Both phones appear to have identical specifications, suggesting the Y600k Turbo could simply be a regional or refreshed variant of the same device. While the Y600 Turbo comes in multiple configurations featuring 8GB/12GB RAM and 256GB/512GB storage, the Y600k Turbo is only available in a single configuration.

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The Vivo X500 Pro has a 6,510mAh battery, while the iPhone 18 Pro has a market-dependent 4,056mAh or 4,288mAh battery. Both phones have displays that are close in size, use 2nm chips, and launched just a couple of weeks apart, but they take very different routes when it comes to hardware.

The Vivo X500 Pro is also thinner and lighter. It weighs 197g and measures 8.12mm thick, compared with 211g and 8.8mm for the iPhone 18 Pro. Here we will look at the main features of both phones. Both companies also sell larger models, the iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro Max, which we have covered in a separate piece. 

Design and build

The iPhone 18 Pro uses a glass body with an aluminum frame and Ceramic Shield 2 on the front. It keeps the Dynamic Island, Camera Control, and Action button. The phone comes in Burgundy, Glacier, Silver, and Black.

The Vivo X500 Pro has an aviation aluminum frame with rounded edges. Its pancake-style camera module has a knurled texture, while the glass back has a matte finish. Vivo says the matte finish is used on the Echoes of the Earth, Sunny Day, and Sunset colors. Those versions are 8.12mm thick, while the Night Photography model is 7.95mm. Color options include black, gray, white, and orange.

Both phones have water resistance. Vivo lists IP68 and IP69 protection, while the iPhone 18 Pro has an IP68 rating for immersion of up to 6 meters. Vivo also notes that the X500 Pro is not a professional waterproof phone and that liquid damage is not covered by its warranty.

Magnetic accessories work with both phones, but the setup is different. The Vivo X500 Pro supports magnetic accessories but does not have built-in magnets, so a magnetic case is needed. Apple offers MagSafe accessories for the iPhone 18 Pro.

The Vivo X500 Pro uses an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor under the display, while the iPhone 18 Pro uses Face ID.

Display

The Vivo X500 Pro has a 6.36-inch BOE Q11 LTPO 8T display with a 1Hz to 144Hz refresh range and 459ppi. Vivo claims up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness, 100% P3 coverage, and a minimum brightness of 1 nit. It also includes several eye-comfort and outdoor visibility features.

The iPhone 18 Pro has a slightly smaller 6.3-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1206 x 2622 resolution. It reaches 3,000 nits at peak brightness, with 1,600 nits in high-brightness mode and 1,000 nits typical brightness. The panel also supports HDR10, Dolby Vision, and an anti-reflective coating.

Main camera

The iPhone 18 Pro has a 48MP main camera with a variable ƒ/1.5-4.0 aperture and a 24mm focal length. Apple uses a second-generation sensor-shift stabilization system, and the camera can adjust its aperture depending on the scene. The phone also supports Apple’s newer camera controls and Photographic Styles.

The Vivo X500 Pro has a 50MP main camera built around what Vivo calls the Blueprint X-Drive 900 sensor. Vivo claims 17EV of dynamic range in Log mode and CIPA 7.0 stabilization on both the main and telephoto cameras. Zeiss T* coating is used to reduce reflections, ghosting, and stray light, while Vivo’s V3+ and VS1 chips handle image processing.

The two phones are also different in terms of manual controls. Apple’s Camera app adds controls for things such as aperture, shutter speed, white balance, and a histogram. The Vivo uses a Zeiss-branded camera app with different style and color options, along with several cinematic video modes.

Zoom, ultrawide and front cameras

The iPhone 18 Pro has three 48MP rear cameras. The telephoto camera uses a 100mm focal length with 4x optical zoom, while the ultrawide camera has a 13mm focal length and a 120-degree field of view. The phone also has an 18MP front camera with autofocus and support for Apple’s Center Stage features.

The Vivo X500 Pro has a 64MP periscope telephoto camera at 85mm, along with a 50MP ultrawide and a 50MP front camera. Vivo also sells a Zeiss G2 teleconverter separately. With the accessory attached, the company says it can achieve a 200mm equivalent focal length for its super telephoto modes.

Video

The iPhone 18 Pro supports 4K video at up to 120fps, Dolby Vision HDR, ProRes and ProRes RAW, along with Apple Log 2. It can also record spatial video and audio.

The Vivo X500 Pro supports 4K 240fps slow motion, 4K 120fps video tracking, 8K native Live and 4K native Cinematic Live. It also has several motion-based shooting modes and AI One-Click Highlights for automatically editing clips.

Both phones therefore offer plenty of video tools, although Apple’s support for ProRes RAW and Apple Log 2 gives it a more established set of options for users who want to work with footage after recording.

The iPhone 18 Pro also uses Apple Intelligence for several editing features. Spatial Reframing lets you change the composition after taking a photo, Extend expands the frame and Clean Up removes unwanted objects. Another feature called smart focus tracking can also keep a subject in focus when it moves out of and back into the frame.

Vivo’s software includes AI One-Click Highlights and an AI-assisted travel guide. Vivo says the guide is available through its Blue Heart assistant with a free trial, followed by a paid monthly plan.

Performance and cooling

The iPhone 18 Pro runs on Apple’s A20 Pro, a 2nm chip with a six-core CPU and seven-core GPU. Apple has also increased the size of the vapor chamber compared with the previous generation and says the phone can deliver up to 40% better sustained performance than the iPhone 17 Pro.

The Vivo X500 Pro uses the Dimensity 9600 Pro, also built on a 2nm process. It was the first phone announced with the chip. The processor has two C2-Ultra cores at up to 4.55GHz and six C2 Pro cores, with a Mali-G2-Ultra-NX GPU.

The iPhone 18 Pro comes with 12GB of RAM across its 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB storage options. The Vivo X500 Pro is available with up to 12GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, although its retail configuration uses LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.

There is no like-for-like benchmark comparing both phones yet, so the performance comparison is still mostly based on their chips and manufacturer claims.

Software and AI

The iPhone 18 Pro ships with iOS 27 and Apple’s new Siri AI features. Siri AI is currently in beta, initially supports English, and is not available in the EU at launch. It can work with personal information, perform actions inside supported apps, and answer general questions using online references.

iOS 27 also adds features such as Call Context, Image Playground, message and mail suggestions, Safari tab groups, and Shortcuts that can be created from a text description.

The Vivo X500 Pro runs OriginOS 7 based on Android 17 and comes with five major OS updates. Its Atomic Workbench can keep up to five apps open in the foreground and lets you move images and text between them. Other additions include liquid motion effects, interruptible animations, and Minor Mode.

Battery and charging

The Vivo X500 Pro has a 6,510mAh battery with a rated capacity of 6,305mAh. It supports 90W wired charging and 40W wireless charging. The full wireless speed requires Vivo’s compatible wireless charger and accessories.

The iPhone 18 Pro has a 4,056mAh battery in the Nano-SIM version and a 4,288mAh battery in the eSIM-only version, although the latter capacity is not officially confirmed. It supports wired charging to 50% in 15 minutes and 25W MagSafe or Qi2 wireless charging, with the China model limited to 15W wireless charging.

On paper, the Vivo has a much larger battery and considerably faster wireless charging. Apple’s advantage is a more compact battery capacity paired with the company’s own hardware and software optimization.

Connectivity and extras

Both phones support 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6. The iPhone 18 Pro also supports USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 with DisplayPort, NFC, UWB, and satellite features such as Emergency SOS and Messages via satellite.

Vivo lists several connectivity features for the X500 Pro, including eSIM support and a Global Virtual SIM service with coverage in more than 120 countries. Some of these features are tied to China, so their availability on global versions will need to be checked.

The Vivo also supports Bluetooth and digital USB-C headphones but not analog USB-C headphones. A 3.5mm headset therefore requires a separate DAC adapter.

Price, availability and deals

The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 for 256GB, which is $100 more than the iPhone 17 Pro. Storage goes up to 2TB, giving buyers four storage options. In the US, Apple offers financing through Apple Card Monthly Installments and a lease option through Apple Upgrade. Trade-in credits and carrier promotions can also lower the price.

The Vivo X500 Pro starts at 6,499 yuan (about $1,044) for the 12GB + 256GB version in China, where it went on sale on September 29. Vivo has not announced international pricing yet. The global launch is scheduled for October 28, so the price outside China may be different from the current conversion.

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Vivo unveiled the Vivo S60 and S60e (aka V60 Vitality Edition) smartphones earlier, and now the brand has silently taken the covers off another model called the Vivo S60t. The new S-series phone has appeared on Vivo’s Chinese website with a large 7,200mAh battery, a 144Hz AMOLED display, and a versatile triple-camera setup featuring a 50MP periscope telephoto camera. It also packs a Snapdragon 7-series chipset and a slim design.

Vivo S60t specifications and features

The Vivo S60t features a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with a 2750 x 1260-pixel resolution, 10-bit color depth, P3 wide color gamut, HDR support, and a 144Hz refresh rate. The touch sampling rate reaches 300Hz in gaming mode, while the display has a 94.7% screen-to-body ratio. The phone measures 157.52 x 74.33mm, with thickness ranging from 7.79mm to 7.92mm depending on the color and weighs up to 207 grams.

Powering the phone is the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 mobile platform, paired with 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. Vivo has equipped it with a 7,200mAh battery supporting 90W wired fast charging. The phone also supports 24GB of memory fusion and reverse charging through its USB Type-C port.

The Vivo S60t features a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus, while its rear setup comprises a 50-megapixel primary camera with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with OIS. Both the primary and periscope cameras support 4K video recording, while the phone can achieve up to 100x digital zoom. Vivo also highlights 4K Live capabilities and gimbal-level stabilization for smoother footage.

The handset runs OriginOS 7 based on Android 17 and features an ultrasonic single-point fingerprint sensor. It also gets stereo speakers, NFC, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 6, an X-axis linear motor, and an infrared remote. For durability, the phone comes with IP68 and IP69 protection.

Vivo S60t price and availability

The Vivo S60t is currently listed in China in 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB configurations, priced at CNY 3,599 (~$540) and CNY 3,999 (~$600), respectively. It comes in Starry Sea, Early Summer Green, and Midsummer Night color options. Vivo has not announced international availability for the S60t yet.

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After its global debut earlier this week, Vivo has now confirmed it will launch the X Fold 6 in India on October 6. The company shared a short video on X confirming the date, and it’s not the only device to launch. Tagging along are the Vivo S2 FE and Vivo V80. 

The company first announced the V80 for October 6, while a tipster later shared its expected India pricing. Vivo then added the S2 FE, which is rumored to cost under Rs 40,000. With the X Fold 6 joining them, the event will cover a V-series phone, an S-series model, and a flagship foldable across different price ranges.

The teaser shows the Vivo X Fold 6 in Nebula Teal. Vivo has not confirmed whether other colors will be available in India, so we could see more options at the launch.

Vivo to also announce its MR headset

And…there’s more. The video also shows a Mixed Reality (MR) headset. It’s unclear whether Vivo plans to sell the headset in India or simply show it at the Vivo NEXT 2026 event. For now, there is no confirmation that it will be available to buy on launch day.

The X Fold 6 itself is not a new phone. Vivo launched it in China in June, and our comparison with the Oppo Find N6 gives a closer look at how the two foldables compare. The X Fold 6 uses the Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chip and packs a 7,000mAh battery with a 200MP main camera. It has an 8.02-inch inner display and a 6.5-inch cover screen.

In China, the phone starts at CNY 7,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage version. Vivo announced the X Fold 6 globally but did not share the price; that’s for regional launches like this.

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Vivo has expanded its foldable lineup to international markets with the X Fold 6, following its earlier launch in China. The new foldable combines large high-refresh-rate displays with a slim design and upgraded imaging hardware. It also brings productivity-focused software and AI features aimed at professional users.

Vivo X Fold 6 specifications and features

The Vivo X Fold 6 features an 8.02-inch 2K+ LTPO AMOLED inner display with a 2,504 x 2,312-pixel resolution, while the 6.51-inch cover screen offers a 2,528 x 1,120-pixel resolution. Both panels support a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and up to 5,000 nits of peak brightness.

Powering the foldable is the 3nm MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chipset, paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage. It runs OriginOS 7 Fold based on Android 17 and includes Multi-Task Workbench, Multi-Split Screen and AI Cross-App Drag. Other software features include AI Meeting Assistant, AI File Manager, AI Reader Mode and the Jovi AI agent.

The X Fold 6 has a 200-megapixel primary camera with OIS and ZEISS T* coating, alongside a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera and a 50-megapixel 3x periscope telephoto camera. Both the inner and cover screens have 20-megapixel selfie cameras. The foldable also supports features such as 4K 60fps Dolby Vision recording and 100x ZEISS HyperZoom.

A 6,900mAh battery powers the device, with support for 80W wired and 40W wireless charging. The foldable measures just 4.4mm when unfolded in the Prism Black version and weighs 228 grams, while the Horizon Blue variant measures 4.8mm and weighs 235 grams. It also carries IP58, IP59, IPX8 and IPX9 ratings for dust and water resistance.

Vivo X Fold 6 price and availability

Vivo has announced the global launch of the X Fold6 but has not revealed its international pricing or specific market availability yet. The company says pricing and availability will be announced according to individual markets. The global model is offered in Prism Black and Horizon Blue, with configurations varying by market.

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Phone cameras have become good enough that the interesting differences are no longer always about which one has the bigger sensor or the higher megapixel count. Sometimes, it comes down to what each company thinks you should be able to do with that hardware.

That becomes pretty clear with the Vivo X500 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Both sit near the top of their respective lineups, but they arrive at the camera problem from very different places. Vivo has built a phone around a particularly ambitious telephoto system, while Apple has changed something much closer to the starting point of a photo: how much light the main camera lets in.

Neither approach tries to solve the same problem. One gives you more reach when your subject is far away, while the other gives you more control over the way a scene is captured. And once you look beyond the cameras, the differences continue through the displays, processors, batteries, software, and even the way the two companies talk about their phones.

So rather than treating this as another Android-versus-iPhone comparison, it’s more interesting to look at what Vivo and Apple are actually doing differently with their flagship cameras.

Zeiss lens ring vs Apple’s usual restraint

The Vivo X500 Pro Max has a large circular camera ring with Zeiss branding and a knurled texture around the edge. Vivo has made the camera module a major part of the phone’s design rather than trying to hide it, and it makes sense to do so considering what it brings to the table. The frame is made from aviation-grade aluminum, while the phone carries IP68 and IP69 ratings.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max keeps Apple’s aluminum unibody design, with Ceramic Shield 2 on the front. Apple says it is three times more scratch-resistant than the glass used on the iPhone 16 Pro. The rear also uses Ceramic Shield and includes MagSafe. The phone is IP68 rated, weighs around 240 grams, and is roughly 9mm thick.

144Hz gaming vs Apple’s brightness mystery

The Vivo X500 Pro Max has a 6.85-inch BOE Q11 display with a 3168 × 1440 resolution and 507 ppi. Its refresh rate can adjust between 1Hz and 144Hz, although the 144Hz mode is intended for gaming rather than regular use.

The display can reach 4,400 nits at a 20% window and 2,000 nits across the full screen. Vivo also uses chip-level Demura calibration, a sunlight compensation system, and an ambient light sensor that can measure down to 0.3 lux.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max has a slightly larger 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion up to 120Hz. Apple says it is brighter than the previous generation and has better anti-reflection, although it hasn’t provided specific brightness figures for those improvements. The redesigned Dynamic Island can now display three Live Activities at the same time while still handling Face ID.

Vivo goes all-in on the telephoto, while Apple adds more camera control

This is where the two phones really separate. The Vivo X500 Pro Max uses a 50MP Blueprint 900 main sensor co-developed with Sony. It is a 1/1.28-inch sensor with an f/1.57 aperture and a 24mm equivalent focal length. It also gets 3-degree “TrueDynamic” gimbal-style stabilization and Zeiss T* coating.

Vivo claims up to 17EV of dynamic range in Log mode and says the sensor is the first to support 4K 120fps DCG HDR video. The ultra-wide camera is a 50MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture. The bigger story, however, is the telephoto camera.

The phone has a 200MP Zeiss APO telephoto lens paired with a 1/1.4-inch Blueprint x Samsung HP0 sensor. It offers an 85mm equivalent focal length, an f/2.67 aperture, and a 15cm macro mode.

The camera supports up to 30x zoom and has a telephoto tracking mode that can keep a moving subject centered between 10x and 30x. That feature will be added through a software update. Vivo has also introduced what it describes as the first active anti-fog system for a phone camera lens, designed for cold and humid conditions such as ski slopes.

There’s also an optional Zeiss G2 Ultra teleconverter that takes the effective focal length to around 400mm. Vivo also sells a magnetic 3.92-inch Smart Screen accessory that attaches to the back of the phone and can be used to frame shots with the rear cameras.

On the contrary, instead of giving the main camera extreme reach, the iPhone 18 Pro Max adds a variable aperture to its 48MP Fusion Main camera. It’s the first time an iPhone has offered this feature.

The aperture can switch between ƒ/1.48 for low-light shots, ƒ/1.8 as the default setting, ƒ/2.8 for more depth, and ƒ/4.0 for maximum depth. The ƒ/4.0 setting can also create a starburst effect around point light sources. The main camera covers 24mm and 48mm equivalents.

The 48MP Ultra Wide camera offers a 13mm equivalent focal length with an ƒ/2.2 aperture. The 48MP Telephoto camera covers 100mm and 200mm equivalents at ƒ/2.8, giving the phone up to 8x optical-quality zoom and a 16x total optical range.

Apple is also adding more manual controls. Pro controls let users adjust aperture, shutter speed, and white balance directly in the Camera app, along with a histogram. Photographic Styles 3 adds controls for texture and grain.

Another new feature is Apple Reference Image, which cryptographically signs what the camera sensor captured so users can later check whether an image has been edited. The feature isn’t available at launch in China, while capture-only restrictions apply in the EU.

The front camera is an 18MP Center Stage sensor that can automatically widen the frame when more people enter the shot. 

Lots of video modes vs more editing options

Vivo has packed the X500 Pro Max with a long list of video features. It supports 4K 240fps slow motion, 4K 120fps 10-bit Log, 4K 120fps subject tracking, and 4K 60fps cinematic portraits. A future update will add 8K native Live Photos and a 4K 960fps super-slow-motion mode. The phone also includes several cinematic color profiles, including Sunlight Film, Cool Silver Halide, and Parisian Afterglow, along with support for importing 3D LUTs.

Apple’s video features are more about what users can do after recording. Cinematic mode effects can now be added to video recorded at up to 60fps, while 4K time-lapse gets Dolby Vision HDR.

Audio Mix can also separate music from background noise instead of only separating voices. For more serious video work, Apple still offers ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, genlock, and 4K 120fps Dolby Vision.

Dimensity’s efficiency gains vs A20 Pro’s new design

The Vivo X500 Pro Max is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro, a 2nm chip with a 2+3+3 all-big-core design. MediaTek claims 17% higher single-core performance and a 61% reduction in peak multi-core power draw compared with the previous generation. Vivo also adds gaming features such as native 144fps gaming and 120fps ray tracing in supported titles.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max uses Apple’s A20 Pro, which is also built on a 2nm process. It has a 6-core CPU, 50% more memory bandwidth than the A19 Pro, and a 7-core GPU that Apple rates as up to 40% faster. 

Apple has also changed the chip packaging. The die now sits next to the memory instead of having the memory stacked with it. This removes the memory from the thermal path and lets the chip sit directly against a new vapor chamber with three times the surface area of the previous generation.

Apple says the new design can deliver up to 40% better sustained performance. The phone also has a new N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. The C2 modem offers faster uploads than the C1X while using 15% less power.

Vivo gives you the battery capacity; Apple gives you the runtime

The Vivo X500 Pro Max has an 8,000mAh battery, or 7,800mAh rated capacity, with more than 25% silicon content. It supports 90W wired charging and 40W wireless charging. There’s a catch with the wireless charging speed: reaching 40W requires Vivo’s own 50W vertical charger.

Apple doesn’t usually disclose battery capacity and instead gives battery-life figures. The iPhone 18 Pro Max offers up to 45 hours of video playback on eSIM-only models, which Apple calls its biggest battery-life increase on an iPhone.

The extra internal space created by removing the physical SIM tray also helps with the battery. Apple rates general use at up to 30 hours per charge, while wired charging can reach 50% in around 15 minutes with a compatible adapter.

Price and availability

The iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299 for 256GB. It is already available in more than 65 countries and regions, with another 20 markets scheduled to receive it by late September.

The Vivo X500 Pro Max starts at 6,999 yuan, or about $1,044, for the 12GB/256GB model in China. The 12GB/1TB version costs 8,999 yuan. Vivo also offers a 16GB/1TB Creator’s Package for 12,999 yuan, or about $1,940. This version includes satellite messaging.

Vivo has confirmed that the X500 series will launch in Singapore, but there is currently no US launch planned.

Which one makes more sense?

The Vivo X500 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro Max take very different approaches to phone photography. Vivo has built much of its camera hardware around the 200MP telephoto, with long-range zoom, tracking, macro shooting, an anti-fog system, and an optional teleconverter. 

Apple is going with a variable-aperture main camera and expanded manual controls. It also adds tools for editing, recording, and checking the history of captured images. 

The choice therefore comes down largely to the kind of photography and video work you do, along with which phone’s wider features and availability fit your needs.

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Vivo set a launch date for the Vivo V80 earlier this week. Before the company gets a chance to do a full reveal, tipster Abhishek Yadav has shared the phone’s Indian pricing. 

The Vivo V80 reportedly starts at Rs 63,000 for the 8GB + 128GB model. The 8GB + 256GB version is listed at Rs 70,000, and the 8GB + 512GB model at Rs 80,000.

If the tip holds, you’re paying a lot more than last time. The Vivo V70 launched in India at Rs 45,999 for 8GB + 256GB, so the same storage tier on the Vivo V80 would cost about Rs 24,000 more. It also lands well above the Vivo V70 Elite, which started at Rs 51,999. The tip doesn’t say whether these are launch prices or MRP before bank offers, so what you pay could be lower, but a price hike seems inevitable.

Vivo V80 specifications

For the price, Vivo V80 will come with a 6.59-inch flat LTPS OLED with a 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. Vivo’s own teasers confirm 5,000 nits of local peak brightness.

The phone runs on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chip with UFS 4.1 storage. On the back, you get a 50MP main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP telephoto camera with 3x zoom and OIS. The front has a 50MP selfie camera. Vivo is also expected to bring 10X portrait zoom and 4K cinematic video to the V series with this phone.

The Vivo V80 has a 7,200mAh battery with 90W charging. Vivo says it’s the largest battery it has fitted to a V-series phone. The phone ships with Android 17, which means OriginOS 7 in India.

The rest of the list covers what you’d expect at this price. You get IP68 and IP69 ratings with a metal frame, stereo speakers, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner, and an IR sensor. The phone has a USB 2.0 port, so wired file transfers will stay slow.

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Honor launched the Magic 9 Pro Max in China today, a week after Vivo introduced the X500 Pro Max. It is also the second China flagship this week built around more than one 200MP camera, following the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max.

On paper, the Honor Magic 9 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro Max share a lot. Both use 2nm flagship chips, 200MP periscope telephoto cameras, optional teleconverter accessories, and batteries over 8,000mAh. However, the two companies have taken different approaches in several areas, especially cameras, video recording, displays, and accessories. Here’s how the Honor Magic 9 Pro Max compares with the Vivo X500 Pro Max.

Design and Build

Honor has moved away from the round camera island used on some of its earlier Magic phones. The Magic 9 Pro Max instead has an asymmetric camera plateau inspired by ARRI cinema cameras, with a precision-cut metal texture around the lens ring.

The phone uses a unibody all-metal design with a seamless-splice finish and comes in Moss Green, Silver Halide, and Shadow Black. It has IP68, IP69, and IP69 ratings. Honor also uses what it calls Giant Rhino Glass on the front. The company says it offers 25 times the drop resistance, 15 times the scratch resistance, and three times the wear resistance of ordinary glass, based on its own lab testing.

The Vivo X500 Pro Max keeps a large circular Zeiss camera ring. Vivo likes to define it as a “pancake” lens design, with a knurled texture around the edge. Three of the four launch colors use a “Tidal Cold Carved” glass back, while the frame is made from aviation-grade aluminum. It carries IP68 and IP69 ratings but does not have the IP69K certification listed by Honor.

Display

The Honor Magic 9 Pro Max has a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED panel with a variable refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz. Honor quotes a peak brightness of 10,000 nits, with 6,000 nits at a 20% window and a minimum brightness of 1 nit.

The display also uses a 5,600-layer silicon nitride coating that brings reflectivity down to 1.5%. It has TÜV Rheinland low-reflection certification, while PWM dimming runs at 4,320Hz. Honor says the phone is also the first to receive TÜV Rheinland’s Global Eye Protection 6.0 certification.

Vivo has a slightly larger 6.85-inch BOE Q11 display with a 3168 × 1440 resolution and 507 ppi. It supports adaptive refresh rates from 1Hz to 144Hz, although Vivo notes that 144Hz is available for gaming.

The X500 Pro Max reaches 4,400 nits at a 20% window and 2,000 nits globally. Honor therefore has the higher 20% window brightness figure. Vivo, meanwhile, gives more attention to color accuracy, with chip-level Demura calibration, a sunlight color-compensation algorithm, and an ambient light sensor that adjusts brightness in 0.3-lux steps.

Camera

Main camera

The two phones share several camera specifications. Both main cameras use a 1/1.28-inch sensor, an f/1.57 aperture, a 24mm-equivalent focal length, and three-axis gimbal-style stabilization.

The biggest difference is the sensor resolution. Honor uses a 200MP main sensor with CIPA 8.0 stabilization. Its product page notes that the full 200MP resolution is available through the Ultra-HD shooting mode.

Meanwhile, Vivo is using a 50MP Blueprint 900 sensor developed with Sony, rated at CIPA 7.0. Since the two sensors have the same physical size, Vivo’s lower-resolution sensor has larger individual pixels, while Honor’s 200MP sensor gives users more room for cropping.

Vivo claims 17EV of dynamic range, although its footnote says that figure applies when shooting in Log mode. The company also says the sensor is the first to support 4K 120fps DCG HDR video. Honor does not provide a comparable dynamic range figure for its main camera.

Telephoto

Both phones use 200MP periscope telephoto cameras with 1/1.4-inch sensors and an 85mm-equivalent focal length. The apertures are also close, with f/2.6 on the Honor and f/2.67 on the Vivo.

Honor’s telephoto sensor is reportedly a Samsung S5KHPE, while Vivo uses a Samsung HP0 sensor as part of its Blueprint system. Honor rates its telephoto at CIPA 8.0, compared with CIPA 7.0 for Vivo.

Vivo lists a 15cm macro mode and offers several features for long-distance shooting. It claims up to 30x zoom and has a telephoto tracking mode that keeps a moving subject centered between 10x and 30x. The tracking feature is coming through a software update.

Vivo also lists what it calls the first active anti-fog system for a phone lens. The feature is designed for cold-weather situations such as skiing.

Honor takes a slightly different route by pairing the 200MP periscope camera with additional telephoto accessories.

Teleconverters and accessories

Honor sells two teleconverters separately. The G200 weighs 88g and provides a 200mm equivalent focal length, while the G500 reaches a 500mm equivalent. Reports say the G500 can reach 1,000mm when combined with digital zoom.

The company also sells a SmallRig cage kit with mounting points for accessories such as lights and microphones. At the top of the lineup are the Photography Master Kit and the 10,999-yuan Master Photographer Package. Honor notes that the teleconverters and imaging accessories are not included with the base phone.

Vivo’s Zeiss G2 Ultra teleconverter reaches roughly 400mm equivalent and works with a stage mode designed for concert lighting. The company also sells a Creator Set and a magnetic 3.92-inch Smart Screen. The screen attaches to the back of the phone, is 5.65mm thick, and lets users frame shots using the rear cameras.

Ultra-wide and selfie cameras

Both phones use 50MP ultra-wide cameras with f/2.0 apertures. Vivo specifies a 1/2.75-inch sensor with autofocus, while Honor does not list the sensor size of its ultra-wide camera.

Honor also adds a 3D depth-sensing module for its 3D face unlock system. Vivo instead uses a laser focus sensor with 1,536 points arranged across a 48 × 32 grid.

The front cameras are different. Honor’s Agile Eye selfie camera uses a 55MP 1/2.74-inch sensor with a 1:1 square format. It can capture photos and video in 1:1, 16:9, or 9:16 without requiring you to rotate the phone. Honor calls it the first square selfie camera on an Android phone. Vivo uses a more conventional 50MP front-facing camera.

Imaging chip and color

Honor has added its own H1 imaging chip, built on a 6nm process and rated at 18.8 TOPS per watt. It handles RAW-domain noise reduction, and Honor calls the combination of the H1 chip with its two 200MP cameras a dual-chip imaging system.

Vivo instead puts more of its camera processing around the Dimensity 9600 Pro and Blueprint 900 sensor rather than using a separate imaging chip.

Color processing is another major difference between the two phones. Honor has built its camera pipeline around ARRI’s LogC3 curve and ARRI color science. The company lists 87 official ARRI Looks, although a footnote says users need to download the complete set from Honor or ARRI’s website and import them into the camera app.

Some launch coverage has mentioned 14 Looks being built in, so the exact selection available on the phone may vary by region.

Honor also has a Movie Live mode that records a 2.39:1 ultra-wide 4K live photo for three seconds after the shutter is pressed. Its AI Color Tracking feature can copy a look from a reference image.

Vivo offers a broader set of video recording options. The X500 Pro Max supports 4K 240fps slow motion, 4K 120fps 10-bit Log, 4K 120fps subject tracking, and 4K 60fps cinematic portraits.

Later updates are set to add 8K native live photos and a 4K 960fps super slow-motion mode. Vivo also supports 3D LUT imports and offers cinematic color styles such as Sunlight Film and Cool Silver Halide.

Honor’s product page does not list comparable frame-rate specifications, so those details will be worth checking in real-world reviews.

Performance

The Honor Magic 9 Pro Max runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. The chip is based on a 2nm process with a maximum clock speed of 5.01GHz. Honor quotes performance gains of 13% for the CPU, 44% for the GPU, and 35% for the NPU compared with the previous generation, based on Qualcomm’s figures.

In contrast, the Vivo X500 Pro Max uses MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro, which is also built on a 2nm process. It uses a 2+3+3 all-big-core design. MediaTek claims a 17% increase in single-core performance and a 61% reduction in peak multi-core power consumption. 

Both phones are available with 12GB or 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage.

Battery and Charging

Honor has equipped the Magic 9 Pro Max with an 8,800mAh Qinghai Lake blade battery. The company calls it the first battery of this capacity in a candy-bar flagship. It uses 40% silicon content and has an energy density of 1,000Wh/L. As for charging, you get 100W over a cable and 80W wirelessly, while Honor also lists 50W wireless car charging for compatible vehicles. 

Vivo uses an 8,000mAh battery with more than 25% silicon content. It supports 90W wired charging and 40W wireless charging. Vivo says the 40W wireless speed requires its own 50W vertical charger. Vivo also advertises cold-weather operation, which ties in with the anti-fog system on its telephoto camera.

On paper, Honor has the larger battery and faster charging in both wired and wireless charging.

Software and Security

Honor’s MagicOS software includes YOYO, which gets its own AI button on the phone’s frame. A single press can record video highlights, while YOYO can handle recurring tasks and proactive reminders.

Honor’s Connect app also links the phone with devices such as the iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac. For biometric security, the Magic 9 Pro Max combines 3D face recognition with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. Honor says it is the only phone to combine both systems.

Vivo uses its Little V assistant for multi-step tasks and has an Atomic Workbench that can keep up to five apps running in the foreground.

The X500 Pro Max also has a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, but it does not list the same 3D face recognition system as Honor. The 1TB model additionally supports BeiDou satellite messaging.

Price and Availability

Honor has priced the Magic 9 Pro Max at 6,499 yuan (about $968) for the 12GB/256GB model. The 12GB/512GB version costs 6,999 yuan (about $1,043), while the 16GB/512GB and 16GB/1TB versions cost 7,499 yuan (about $1,117) and 8,499 yuan (about $1,266), respectively.

The Master Photographer Package costs 10,999 yuan (about $1,639). Sales began in China on launch day.

Vivo starts at 6,999 yuan (about $1,044) for the 12GB/256GB model. The 16GB/512GB version costs 8,499 yuan, while the 12GB/1TB model costs 8,999 yuan.

The 16GB/1TB Creator’s Package with satellite messaging costs 12,999 yuan.

There is some overlap between the two lineups. At 8,499 yuan, Honor offers 1TB of storage, while Vivo provides 512GB. Honor’s starting price is also 500 yuan lower than Vivo’s.

Honor says a global launch is coming, with reports pointing to Europe in November or December. US availability remains uncertain. Vivo has confirmed that the X500 series is heading to Singapore.

Honor Magic 9 Pro Max vs Vivo X500 Pro Max: Which one is for you?

The Honor Magic 9 Pro Max has a 200MP main camera, a 200MP periscope telephoto, ARRI-based color processing, a separate imaging chip, a larger battery, faster charging, and a wider selection of camera accessories. Its G200 and G500 teleconverters also give users more options for long-distance shooting.

The Vivo X500 Pro Max takes a different approach with its 50MP main camera, 200MP periscope telephoto, Zeiss imaging system, and a longer list of published video recording modes. It also offers features such as 30x zoom, telephoto tracking, and an active anti-fog system.

The two phones also have different strengths outside the camera department. Honor has the higher display brightness figures, a larger battery, faster charging, and a lower starting price, while Vivo offers a slightly larger display, a 144Hz gaming mode, and additional camera and video features.

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If you’re planning to buy a flagship in 2026 and don’t want to compromise on image quality, a Vivo flagship could be an interesting option, especially if you’re not locked into the Apple ecosystem. Here are a few Vivo phones that make the most sense through Q2 2027.

Vivo X300 Ultra

The Vivo X500 series has already launched in China and is expected to reach global markets by the end of October. However, the X500 Ultra isn’t expected to arrive until March or April 2027.

The X300 Ultra, meanwhile, has a significantly more capable and interesting camera setup than the X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max. For example, the Vivo X300 Ultra has a near 1” 200MP main camera (1/1.12” Sony 901), compared with a 50MP 1/1.28” sensor (Sony LYTIA 910) on the X500 Pro Max.

The ultra-wide camera is another major difference. The one on the X300 Ultra measures the same size as the main camera on the X500 Pro Max, while the latter has a much smaller 1/2.75” ISOCELL JN5 sensor.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 should also be capable enough to power a flagship in 2027.

Vivo X500 Pro Max

That said, the X500 Pro Max takes a clear lead in one aspect: battery life. It has an 8,000mAh battery, compared with the 6,600mAh battery on the X300 Ultra. So, if you want the longest possible battery life without giving up a capable camera system, the X500 Pro Max could still be a good option.

Vivo X500 Pro

Both the Vivo X300 Ultra and X500 Pro Max measure over 6.8 inches. If you want something a bit more compact, the X500 Pro could be a good option with its 6.36” display, while the base model measures 6.59 “.

The X500 Pro also has the Dimensity 9600 Pro instead of the modified Dimensity 9500 found on the base model. On top of that, the Pro model has a newer main sensor, the Sony LYT-910, instead of the LYTIA 828, although both have the same sensor size.

There isn’t much reason to choose the standard X500 over the Pro or Pro Max models, or last year’s Ultra, other than its standout design.

Vivo T5 Pro, Vivo T5

And of course, not everyone is looking for a flagship. For mid-range buyers in India, the Vivo T5 series looks like a good option. Both models have 6.83” 1.5K displays with a 144Hz refresh rate. They come with Android 16 and OriginOS 6, along with a promise of three major OS updates.

The base model has the Dimensity 7500 Turbo, while the T5 Pro steps it up to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. The 7s Gen 4 offers slightly better performance on paper, but the difference isn’t huge.

For cameras, both the T5 and T5 Pro pack a 1/1.95” 50MP Sony IMX882 main sensor, which is pretty standard for this segment. Interestingly, though, the Pro model lacks the 8MP ultrawide camera found on the base model.

The Pro makes up for that in the battery department, with a 9,020mAh battery and 90W fast charging, compared with the 7,050mAh battery and 44W charging on the standard T5.

While prices keep going up, these two models should still be much more affordable than the flagships, while offering enough performance and camera capability for everyday use.

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The global Geekbench listing for the X Fold 6 hints at an October launch window after Vivo’s X500 series took up the company’s September launch slot. Now, that timeline appears to be set. Tipster Abhishek Yadav claims Vivo will launch the X Fold 6 globally on October 1, followed by its India launch on October 6.

The X Fold 6 will therefore arrive outside China about four months after its original debut. Vivo launched the foldable in China in June with a starting price of CNY 7,999 (~ $1,190). For international markets, the phone is expected to come in 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB configurations, and Prism Black and Nebula Teal color options.

There is also a software difference between the Chinese and international models. The global X Fold 6 is expected to ship with OriginOS 7, while the Chinese version launched with OriginOS 6 Fold.

Vivo X Fold 6 global specs

The core hardware is expected to remain unchanged for international markets. This means an 8.02-inch inner display using Samsung’s M14 luminous material and a 6.51-inch cover screen. Under the hood, the phone uses Vivo’s custom Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chipset, developed for this generation of the foldable.

The camera setup also remains the same. It includes a 200MP main camera, a Zeiss APO-certified periscope telephoto, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. The phone also supports Vivo’s Zeiss 200mm teleconverter accessory for additional zoom capability.

Power comes from a 7,000mAh battery, which remains unusually large for a foldable. Charging support includes 80W wired and 40W wireless charging.

Vivo X Fold 6 India price could top ₹1.5 lakh

The four-month gap between the Chinese and international launches may sound long, but Vivo’s rollout is still different from what happened with the X Fold 5. Last year’s model took around five weeks to reach India after its China debut, with the wider international rollout taking longer.

This time, Vivo is reportedly bringing the X Fold 6 to global markets on October 1 and India just five days later. The timing would put the phone on the market while Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 is still relatively new.

Vivo has not announced pricing for India or other international markets yet. Earlier estimates suggested the X Fold 6 could cost more than ₹1.5 lakh in India, following an approximately 40% price increase for the China lineup compared with the X Fold 5.

With the global launch reportedly less than a week away, more certification listings, retailer information, and pricing details should start appearing soon.

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Vivo is rumored to be gearing up to unveil a new S-series phone called the Vivo S2 FE. The handset has been kept under wraps until now, but its existence has been confirmed through a Flipkart listing. The said listing has revealed the design and launch date of the S2 FE.

Vivo S2 FE launch date revealed

Flipkart has set up a promotional page for the Vivo S2 FE, confirming that the smartphone will be unveiled in India on October 6, the same day the Vivo V80 will also be announced. The listing also gives us a first look at the phone’s design. It shows the S2 FE with a green-colored rear panel and a camera island housing two cameras.

The Flipkart page also mentions that the Vivo S2 FE is “powered by OriginOS,” although it does not specify the version. The phone is expected to run OriginOS 6, considering that the Vivo V80 is reportedly set to be the first Vivo smartphone to launch outside China with OriginOS 7.

Vivo S2 FE specifications, price (rumored)

According to rumors, the Vivo S2 FE could feature a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300e chipset and could include an in-display fingerprint scanner. The smartphone is also said to pack a massive 10,000mAh battery.

The S2 FE is expected to feature a 50-megapixel primary rear camera, while a 32-megapixel sensor could handle selfies and video calls. The smartphone is rumored to be priced below INR 40,000 in India, although Vivo has yet to officially confirm its specifications or pricing.

To sum up, the S2 FE is expected to be a rebranded version of the Vivo V80 Lite 5G, which went official in some Southeast Asian markets like Malaysia and Thailand.

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Vivo has expanded its Y-series lineup in China with the Y600i, which joins existing models such as the Vivo Y600 Turbo and Y600 Pro. Those phones pack 9,020mAh and 10,200mAh batteries, respectively. Like its siblings, the Y600i packs a huge 8,000mAh battery, while also bringing a 120Hz display along with a durable build.  

Vivo Y600i specifications and features

The Vivo Y600i is built around a 6.87-inch LCD with a 1592 x 720 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The panel reaches up to 1,300 nits in HBM mode and supports DC dimming, while TÜV Rheinland certification is included for software-level low blue-light protection.

Its biggest highlight is the 8,000mAh battery, which supports up to 44W wired charging and wired reverse charging. Vivo says the battery retains at least 80% of its capacity after 1,500 charge cycles, based on its laboratory testing. The company also claims the phone can deliver up to 25 hours of short-video playback and 16 hours of continuous navigation.

Powering the phone is the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor paired with 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. Storage can be expanded by up to 2TB via a memory card, while RAM expansion can add up to 12GB through Vivo’s memory-fusion technology. The phone runs OriginOS 6-based Android 16. It also features AI-powered anti-fraud protection for identifying scam calls, making the phone particularly focused on durability, endurance, and everyday safety.

The Y600i has a 50-megapixel f/1.8 rear camera with autofocus and an 8-megapixel front camera. It also features a side-mounted capacitive fingerprint sensor, Bluetooth 5.1, dual-SIM 5G, USB Type-C and an infrared blaster. Durability is another major focus, with IP68 and IP69 ratings and SGS five-star drop-resistance certification.

Vivo Y600i price and availability

The Vivo Y600i is priced at 1,999 Yuan (~$300) for its 6GB+256GB configuration in China. It comes in Stardust, Sky Blue and Midnight Black. It is scheduled to go on sale from Sept. 30 in China.

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The Vivo S2 FE has already shown up in BIS certification listings and on Geekbench. Now a user on X has posted what looks like its full spec sheet, along with two images of the phone. Vivo hasn’t announced the phone or commented on any of this, so treat everything below as unconfirmed.

A word on the source before you read too much into it. The leak comes from Ahsan Kharbai, who doesn’t have a long record of accurate tips, so a bit more skepticism than usual is warranted.

Vivo S2 FE Specifications

The battery is the first thing you’ll notice. The tipster says the Vivo S2 FE carries a 10,000mAh cell with 44W wired charging. The Vivo S2, which launched in India in August, has a 7,050mAh battery and the same 44W charging speed. 

Elsewhere, the spec sheet stays close to the Vivo S2. The leak lists a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP main camera on the back, a 32MP front camera, and an in-display fingerprint scanner.

The chipset is where the two phones differ — again. The leak suggests the phone will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7300e, while the Vivo S2 runs on the Dimensity 7360 Turbo. 

This lines up with the Geekbench listing from a few days ago, which shows a MediaTek chip with clock speeds matching the Dimensity 7300e.

According to previous reports, the Vivo S2 FE could be a rebadged Vivo V80 Lite 5G, which launched in Malaysia with a 10,000mAh battery, the same Dimensity 7300e chip, and 44W charging. The connection between the two is not confirmed, though.

On price and timing, the leak says the Vivo S2 FE could cost under INR 40,000 (about $416) and launch alongside the Vivo V80 on October 6. Vivo has confirmed that date for the Vivo V80 but not for the Vivo S2 FE yet.

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