After more than a decade of sticking with FunTouch OS, Vivo is officially turning the page. On October 10, 2025, the company unveiled OriginOS 6 in China—a major reinvention that goes far beyond a cosmetic overhaul. This update blends Apple’s refined design philosophy with Vivo’s in-house AI and performance tech, creating what feels like an entirely new smartphone experience.[1][2]
And here’s the kicker: OriginOS 6 isn’t staying in China. Vivo confirmed a global rollout starting October 15, 2025, marking the end of the FunTouch era and the start of what could easily be the most elegant Android skin ever built.[2][3]
Why OriginOS 6 Feels Like a True Breakthrough
A “Liquid Glass” Design That Rivals iOS 26
Vivo didn’t just imitate Apple—it refined the formula. OriginOS 6 debuts a “Liquid Glass” design language, delivering translucent layers, refractive lighting, and subtle shadow play that echo iOS 26’s premium polish.[4][5]
Every motion—whether you’re swiping, scrolling, or multitasking—flows with near-perfect fluidity. The redesigned UI uses curved icons, transparent depth layers, and smooth animation physics, giving even midrange devices a flagship-level feel.[3][6][7]
From the lock screen to core system apps, Vivo has reimagined the interface around spatial awareness, creating a sense of depth and motion that feels both futuristic and grounded.
“Atomic Island”: Dynamic Notifications, the Smart Way
Apple’s Dynamic Island might have started the trend, but Vivo just took it a step further. The new “Atomic Island” dynamically adapts to what you’re doing—handling music controls, navigation prompts, timers, and even drag-and-drop photo sharing directly from the island.[8][6][7][9]
The clever part? AI-powered predictive actions. Instead of being just eye candy, Atomic Island learns your habits and suggests contextual shortcuts, making it one of the most genuinely practical notification systems we’ve seen yet.[10][6]
Performance That Actually Delivers
At the heart of OriginOS 6 lies Vivo’s new Blue River Smooth Engine, built on a dual-rendering architecture and powered by super-core computing and photonic storage optimization.[3][7]
The numbers back up the hype:
- 11% faster app launches[8][10]
- 57% more responsive interactions[10][8]
- 35% better rendering efficiency[3]
- 15% improved memory recovery during heavy multitasking[3]
These aren’t marketing exaggerations—real-world tests show dramatically smoother multitasking and fewer stutters compared to the old FunTouch OS.[10]
AI Features That Actually Matter
Live Photo AI Removal
Now you can erase unwanted objects from both stills and Live Photos with near-desktop precision—no need for third-party apps.[3][6][11]
Circle to Search 2.0
Just circle any object, address, or product on your screen for instant contextual details and actions, no app switching required.[3][7]
Smart Scene Intelligence 2.0
The system automatically tunes power consumption, delivering 7–18% longer battery life during video calls, gaming sessions, or streaming.[3]
AI Call Assistant & Jovi Voice
Enhanced natural language models make Vivo’s voice assistant smarter and more context-aware, offering genuinely useful responses instead of robotic replies.[8]
Customization That Feels Personal
OriginOS 6 introduces Huarong Grid, a modular lock screen editor that lets users reposition clocks, widgets, and photos freely. Paired with adaptive color palettes that blend with your wallpaper, the result is a uniquely cohesive aesthetic.[2][3]
New widget stacking and grouped notifications make your home screen cleaner, while the redesigned control center offers customizable tile sizes and shortcuts so you can tailor it to your workflow.[10][6]
Massive Rollout: Who Gets It First
November 2025 (First Wave)
- Vivo X Fold 5, X200 series (all models)
- iQOO 13, Neo10 series
- Early beta access for X200 Pro and iQOO 13 users[1][3]
December 2025 – January 2026
- Vivo X100 and X90 lineups, X Fold 3
- iQOO 12, 11, and Neo9 series
- Mid-range V and T series phones[3][12]
February – May 2026
- Y series devices and older flagships
- Final rollout completion by spring 2026[11][3]
India will be among the first international markets to get OriginOS 6, with a beta preview starting October 15 and dedicated Telegram groups opening for testers on October 13. This signals Vivo’s push toward consistent global updates rather than China-only exclusives.[2]
Why This Update Matters
This isn’t just Vivo swapping skins—it’s the brand making a statement. OriginOS 6 positions Vivo alongside Samsung’s One UI and OnePlus’s OxygenOS in the premium Android league. Built on Android 16, it retains full Google integration while layering Vivo’s AI enhancements on top.[2][12]
Cross-device syncing lets you share files seamlessly between phones, tablets, and PCs, while AI-driven system optimization adapts performance to your personal usage patterns.[3][10]
[10][13]Most importantly, the frustrations of FunTouch OS are finally gone: less bloatware, a unified design language, and far greater customization options make this feel like the OS Vivo fans have been waiting for.[10][13]
Bottom Line
No matter what Vivo phone you own—be it a top-tier X Fold 3 Pro, a mid-range V40, or a budget Y200—OriginOS 6 makes it feel like new.
It’s not about copying Apple anymore. It’s about creating an Android experience that’s fluid, intelligent, and beautifully human. With the global rollout starting October 15 and stable builds arriving through early 2026, this is easily Vivo’s biggest software leap ever.
For longtime FunTouch users, this isn’t just an update—it’s a breath of fresh air.
Citations
(All sources cited: [1]–[28] as referenced above.)