The Chinese brand Vivo has officially unveiled OriginOS 6, its latest operating system based on Android 16. This announcement was made during the company’s annual developer conference, where new features such as BlueOS 3 and CarLink 3.0 were also showcased. OriginOS 6 represents a significant software upgrade for both new and existing Vivo and iQOO devices.
New Features and Design
The new operating system introduces a noticeable redesign to the user interface, impacting the home page, lock screen, and applications. The updated aesthetic features a refined visual style inspired by Apple’s Liquid Glass UI, with more curved widgets and circular app icons, along with extensive customization options for home screen widgets.
Performance improvements were a key focus of this update. Vivo has integrated the Blue River Smooth Engine, designed to enhance user experience through improved computing capabilities, a dual rendering architecture, and smoother animations. These technical refinements aim to make the interface and app switching more responsive.
AI and Image Capabilities
Artificial Intelligence is a major focus of OriginOS 6, with deep integration of AI-powered tools throughout the system. These tools include an AI phone assistant, AI summary, AI photo elimination, and an updated Circle to Search 2.0. The AI is designed to provide better contextual understanding of the content displayed on the screen.
Image editing tools have also been upgraded with AI assistance, allowing users to enhance picture resolution, remove objects or people—even from Live Photos—and easily convert pictures to PDFs.
OriginOS 6 Release Timeline
Vivo has confirmed a global release date for October 15, 2025, along with a detailed open beta adaptation plan for eligible Vivo and iQOO devices, which will roll out over several months:
- November 2025: The update will begin with the latest flagship models, including Vivo X Fold 5, Vivo X200 series, iQOO 13, and iQOO Neo 10 series.
- December 2025: The beta will reach the Vivo X Fold 3 series and Vivo X100 series, alongside the iQOO 12 series and iQOO Neo 9 series.
- January 2026: Devices receiving the update will include the Vivo X90 series, Vivo X Fold 2, and iQOO 11 series.
- February 2026: The rollout will continue for the Vivo X Flip, Vivo S20 series, iQOO Neo 8 series, and iQOO Z9 Turbo series.
- March 2026: This phase will include the Vivo Pad and iQOO Pad lineups, as well as the Vivo S19 series.
- April 2026: The update is scheduled for the Vivo S18 series and iQOO Neo 7 series.
- May 2026: The rollout will conclude with the Vivo Y300 series.
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