Vivo has officially unveiled the global version of its latest operating system, OriginOS 6, marking a significant shift for international users (often replacing FunTouch OS). Built on the foundation of the newest Android, this update is focused on three core pillars: unprecedented smoothness, a refined design aesthetic, and deep AI integration.
Here is a breakdown of the most exciting new features coming to OriginOS 6 globally:
1. Performance and “Origin Smooth Engine”
OriginOS 6 is engineered for speed and sustained performance, making your phone feel fast not just on day one, but years down the line.
- Origin Smooth Engine: This new system coordinates core modules (computing, storage, and display) to deliver all-around optimized performance.
- 8+1 Ultra-Core Computing: Prioritizes critical tasks to enhance responsiveness. Vivo claims improvements like:
- 18.5% faster App Cold-Start Speeds.
- 10.5% boost in Frame-Rate Stability.
- 106% acceleration in data loading via Memory Fusion.
- Dual Rendering Architecture: This feature boosts animation performance by 35%, ensuring transitions are fluid and visuals remain steady, even under heavy multitasking.
- Origin Animation System: Introduces new motion effects like Spring Animation, Blur Transition, and Morphing Animation for a more natural and visually coherent experience.
2. Revamped Design and Personalization
The new visual language, dubbed Origin Design, draws inspiration from nature to create a cleaner, more intuitive, and tactile interface.
- “Light and Shadow Space” UI: This aesthetic brings translucent panels, layered shadows, and dynamic lighting effects like Dynamic Glow and Translucent Colour for a greater sense of depth.
- Vivo Sans2 Font: A new brand font that supports over 40 languages and features symbols with fully variable and adjustable weight for better legibility.
- Advanced Customization:
- Lock Screen Grid: Allows users to freely arrange and resize widgets, customize fonts, and combine photos.
- Flip Cards: A new feature for the lock screen that allows photos and widgets to dynamically shift and come to life as you tilt your phone.
- New Home Screen Grid: Offers an updated 4×7 layout with adaptive folders.
3. Cutting-Edge AI and Smart Features
OriginOS 6 deeply integrates Artificial Intelligence to enhance productivity, creativity, and contextual interaction.
- Origin Island: Inspired by the ‘Dynamic Island’ concept, this feature cleverly utilizes the punch-hole camera area to display real-time system updates and contextual actions at the top of the screen.
- Copy & Go: For quick actions like instantly calling or messaging a phone number you just copied.
- Drag & Go: Allows users to quickly move items like photos or files across apps for seamless editing and sharing.
- Deep Google Integration: Vivo has collaborated to embed key Google AI features:
- Gemini chatbot integration for advanced assistance.
- Circle to Search for quick on-screen information retrieval.
- Vivo AI Tools: A suite of powerful AI features for daily tasks:
- AI Retouch (Erase & Enhance): Combines AI Erase for object removal, AI Image Expander to extend photo borders, and full-image HD restoration.
- DocMaster: Intelligent editing for PDFs and Word files.
- Smart Call Assistant & AI Search: Enhanced tools for communication and natural language querying across system data.
4. Security and Efficiency
The update also focuses on user data protection and better power management.
- Vivo Security Framework: Strengthens privacy through on-device intelligence, data minimization, and transparent privacy controls.
- Private Space: Allows users to isolate sensitive apps and files, complete with support for dual instances to separate work and personal data.
- BlueVolt Technology: An upgraded power management system for better endurance and charging stability.
Global Rollout
The global rollout of OriginOS 6 is expected to begin in phases starting in November 2025, gradually replacing FunTouch OS on eligible Vivo and iQOO devices. Get ready for an operating system that promises a “smoothness you can see, feel, and rely on.”
