Latest news with #OriginOS
GSM Arena
6 days ago
- GSM Arena
Latest report contradicts previous rumors about vivo V60's launch date and OS
Last week, we heard that the vivo V60 will launch in India on August 19 with OriginOS, making it the first vivo smartphone in the country to run Funtouch OS instead of OriginOS, which is currently China-exclusive. A new report contradicts those leaks, claiming that the vivo V60 will debut in India on August 12 and run Funtouch OS based on Android 16. Additionally, the source claims that the vivo V60 will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and have UFS 2.2 storage onboard without specifying the storage capacity. The smartphone will feature a 6.67" 120Hz 1.5K AMOLED display with 1,300-nit peak brightness. vivo V60's leaked renders The vivo V60 is said to have four cameras - a 50MP selfie camera on the front and a triple camera setup on the rear, comprising a 50MP primary, a 50MP periscope telephoto (3x optical), and an 8MP ultrawide unit. Other rumored specs of the vivo V60 include a 6,500 mAh battery, 90W charging, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and stereo speakers. The smartphone is also rumored to have IP68 and IP69 ratings and is expected to be priced between INR37,000 and INR40,000. If all this sounds familiar, it's because the vivo V60 is expected to be a version of the vivo S30, which was launched in China in May. Source
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Business Standard
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Tech Wrap July 21: WhatsApp AI summaries, iOS 26 public beta, Vivo OriginOS
WhatsApp tests AI-powered Quick Recap feature. iOS 26 public beta roll out likely this week. Vivo may bring OriginOS to India. DuckDuckGo to let users filter out AI images BS Tech New Delhi 'Quick Recap' will let WhatsApp users scan unread chats in seconds WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature called Quick Recap to help users efficiently review unread messages across several chats. As per WABetaInfo, this feature will allow selection of up to five conversations, offering a concise summary of missed messages—eliminating the need to scroll through each individually. Apple is expected to begin rolling out the first public beta of iOS 26 this week, according to MacRumors, which cited Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Although Apple had earlier mentioned a July release for the public beta, it had not disclosed a specific launch date. Vivo is reportedly planning a global expansion of its OriginOS, which may soon be introduced in India. According to Gizbot, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer could launch the Android 16-based OriginOS with the upcoming Vivo V60 series—its first move to bring the UI outside of China. DuckDuckGo has launched a new tool that gives users the option to exclude AI-generated visuals from search results. As reported by TechCrunch, the update addresses growing user feedback that AI images are cluttering search experiences. The new setting offers more content control, letting users filter in favor of real, human-made imagery. Samsung has introduced the Galaxy F36 5G in India, starting at Rs 17,499. The phone features a sleek leather-patterned rear panel and comes equipped with several AI-powered tools such as Object Eraser, Image Clipper, and Edit Suggestions. It also supports Google's Circle to Search and includes enhanced Gemini AI integration. WhatsApp is reportedly trialling new advertising options on iOS, including Status Ads and Promoted Channels. According to WABetaInfo, these monetisation tools are being tested within the Updates tab—keeping them distinct from private chats, calls, and groups. Both features were earlier available in Android beta versions and are now present in iOS beta version 25.20.10.78. Samsung announced that it received 2.1 lakh pre-orders for its new seventh-generation foldables—Fold 7 and Flip 7—within 48 hours of their launch in India. The new models officially debuted in the country on July 9, 2025. Apple's next iPad Pro lineup may introduce two notable upgrades. Slated for launch later this year, the device is expected to include the new M5 chip and an additional front-facing camera. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple plans to add a second camera on the portrait side to improve usability for selfies and FaceTime in both landscape and portrait modes. The upcoming Google Pixel Watch 4 series is expected to bring incremental improvements. Android Headlines reports that the watches may come with slightly larger batteries, additional colour options, and minor design adjustments aimed at easier repairability. Pricing information has also surfaced via a French coupon site, according to 9To5Google. New leaks about Apple's anticipated iPhone 17 Air suggest changes in design, battery, and screen dimensions. Set to arrive in September 2025 alongside the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup, the Air model is rumoured to replace the current Plus variant in Apple's portfolio. Apple is said to be working on its first foldable iPhone, which may launch by the end of 2026. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, via Digit, reports that the foldable will adopt a book-style form factor similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which Samsung unveiled earlier this month. Perplexity AI, a startup supported by Nvidia and known for its AI-first search engine, is reportedly in discussions with smartphone manufacturers to pre-install its new Comet browser on devices. Speaking to Reuters, CEO Aravind Srinivas said the move is intended to leverage the familiarity of preloaded apps to encourage user retention and boost usage of the company's AI search offerings. According to MediaTek, India presents a significant opportunity due to its skilled AI workforce and growing adoption of intelligent tech in the EV industry. Rita Wu, Director for Product Marketing – Automotive Platform, told PTI that the company aims to deepen its presence in the country by focusing on scalable SoCs, AI applications, and advanced connectivity solutions for the automotive sector. Microsoft has issued a warning about "active attacks" targeting document-sharing server software used by businesses and government bodies. The company urged affected customers to install the necessary security updates without delay.
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Business Standard
7 days ago
- Business Standard
Vivo may ditch FunTouch OS for OriginOS in India, starting with V60 series
Vivo is reportedly planning to bring its Android-based OriginOS user interface globally, including in India. According to a report by Gizbot, the Chinese smartphone maker may debut the Android 16-based OriginOS version with the upcoming Vivo V60 series, marking the first time the UI expands beyond its home market. Until now, OriginOS has been exclusive to Vivo devices in China, while global variants shipped with FunTouch OS. The latter has often faced criticism for its basic animations, inconsistent navigation, and limited customisation options compared to its Chinese counterpart. Expanding OriginOS to global markets could help Vivo deliver a more unified and refined software experience across regions while also accelerating update rollouts. The report suggests that Vivo's Android 16-based OriginOS will first launch in India with the Vivo V60 series, which is expected to debut next month. Once launched, the new interface is likely to replace FunTouch OS on eligible devices through future software updates. Vivo's OriginOS in India: What to expect While Vivo has not officially previewed the Android 16-based OriginOS, the UI is expected to include features from previous iterations. These include AI-powered tools such as the Blue Heart Little V Assistant, which allows users to drag and drop images or files for processing, and improved natural voice interactions via Jovi Voice. Another key feature is Atomic Island, which provides real-time activity tracking and intelligent content suggestions based on copied content. Additionally, the AI-powered call assistant can handle real-time translation and call summaries, and even answer calls on behalf of users — a feature not currently available in FunTouch OS. Beyond AI tools, the new version is also expected to bring smoother animations, redesigned UI elements, updated app icons, and more customisation options across the system. Vivo V60: What to expect According to the report, Vivo V60 could launch in India on August 19. The smartphone is expected to sport a 6.67-inch OLED display of 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chip and could pack a 6,500mAh battery with support for 90W wired charging. Vivo could continue its Zeiss collaboration for the Vivo V60, offering a triple camera system co-developed by the German optics brand. This could include a triple camera setup at the back with a 50MP primary sensor. Here are the expected specifications:
News18
18-07-2025
- News18
Vivo To Finally Launch Phones With OriginOS Outside Of China? Here's What We Know
Last Updated: Vivo launched its new foldable in the country this month and soon we could see its OS experience change in India as per new reports. Vivo phones have launched with Funtouch OS in markets like India and other regions for many years. The company has the OriginOS available for its devices in China. The experience of using Funtouch and OriginOS has been claimed to be stark, and many people have asked the company to bring the latter to more regions with its phones. And it seems Vivo is going to oblige to their requests after all these years. New details via a tipster this week suggests Vivo's next phone launch could be the first to come with OriginOS outside of China. The news about Vivo bringing OriginOS to India has been shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav in a post on X this week. His source has even suggested that the new version will be based on Android 16 and launch with the rumoured Vivo V60 model in the region. ExclusiveVivo V60 is launching in India on August 19, 2025!The same source also reveals that OriginOS based on Android 16 will debut in India alongside the launch. — Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) July 15, 2025 The OriginOS available in China does not have Google Play Store or any other Google services, which Vivo will have to integrate if the OS releases in India. We have previously asked Vivo about its plans to replace Funtouch OS with OriginOS in India and most times the brand has talked about studying the feasibility of making it happen without ever giving us a clear timeline. If Vivo does bring OriginOS to the market next month with the V60 model, we expect the teasers and news about the development to go mainstream in the next few weeks. The company launched its X Fold 5 flagship foldable and the X200 FE compact phone in the Indian market earlier this month, and having OriginOS running on them will surely be a game changer. Most of our Vivo reviews have said good things about the hardware, and even though Funtouch OS has gotten better over the years, the impact of OriginOS for the company could be much higher, especially when people already know about its experience through videos from China. We'll be keeping a close eye on these details and hope the tipster has got his sources spot on. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
GSM Arena
18-07-2025
- GSM Arena
vivo V60's renders surface
vivo unveiled the vivo V50 in February, and it's rumored to follow it up with the V60 next month. A recent rumor claimed that the vivo V60 will launch in India on August 19, and it will be the first smartphone in the country to run OriginOS, which has been exclusive to China thus far. Today, we are looking at the leaked renders of the V60, which reveal its design. vivo V50 The source who leaked these renders claims that the vivo V60 will be available in three colors - Mist Grey, Auspicious Gold, and Moonlit Blue. However, the images only show the gold and blue models. vivo V60 The vivo V60 resembles the China-exclusive vivo S30, except that it features the ZEISS logo on its camera island, indicating that the V60's cameras were co-developed with ZEISS. vivo S30 The source claimed that the vivo V60 is expected to come with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC, a quad-curved display, a 6,500 mAh battery, and 50MP cameras. A previous rumor said the V60 will boot OriginOS based on Android 16. The vivo S30 shares these hardware specs but runs Android 15 instead. You can read our vivo S30's announcement coverage here to learn more about it. Source
