Vivo has introduced OriginOS 4, powered by Android 14, in its latest smartphones, following last month’s Funtouch OS 14 launch in India for Vivo and iQOO devices.
Key Features of OriginOS 4
- Improved Performance: OriginOS 4 speeds up app response by 36% and enhances display stability by 70%, thanks to its virtual graphics card function. It also offers realistic graphics with ray tracing and super-resolution technologies.
- Efficient System: The system has been streamlined, reducing background processes by 20%, leading to a 15% increase in standby time, and allowing for up to 14 days of standby use.
- Enhanced Music Playback: Music playback continues without draining the main system, offering up to 105 hours of usage.
- Optimized Scheduling: Unfair Scheduling 2.0 manages CPU power and resources more effectively, improving the phone’s response to complex scenarios.
- Memory Efficiency: Memory fusion 4.0 maximizes memory usage for improved app startup and background operation.
- User-Friendly Design: OriginOS 4 is designed with over 2,000 redesigned icons, a unique font called vivo Sans, and personalized UI interactions, enhancing user experience.
- Advanced Features: OriginOS 4 introduces a meeting assistant with real-time sound-to-text transcription, a super power-saving mode extending standby time even at 1% battery, car connectivity improvements, and features like Blue Heart Jr. V for intelligent assistance and AI offline translation for seamless communication.
Availability and Rollout
OriginOS 4 will come pre-installed on the upcoming vivo X100 series and iQOO 12. Public testing will commence in batches, with various Vivo and iQOO models receiving the update by the end of January 2024.
All About the Upcoming Vivo X100 Series
Vivo’s highly anticipated X100 Series is set to launch in China on November 13, featuring three models: Vivo X100, X100 Pro, and X100 Pro+. The X100 and X100 Pro will be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 processor, while the top-tier X100 Pro+ will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset.
The expected specifications for the X100 Pro include a 6.5-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 processor. It is anticipated to come with 12GB/16GB RAM and storage options of 256GB/512GB. The device will run on Origin OS 4.0 based on Android 14 and boasts a 50MP primary rear camera with a Sony IMX 989 sensor, 64MP telephoto lens, and a 12MP wide-angle lens. The front camera is expected to be 32MP. The device will have a 5000mAh battery with 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging, along with features like an in-display fingerprint scanner, NFC, dual stereo speakers, and an IP68 rating.
The Vivo X100 Pro+ is expected to feature a larger 6.68-inch OLED display with 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. It may come with 12GB/16GB/24GB RAM options and storage variants of 256GB/512GB/1TB. The rear camera setup will include a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP telephoto lens, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 200MP periscope lens. The front camera is anticipated to be 32 MP. Similar to the X100 Pro, it will feature a 5000mAh battery with 120W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, and an IP68 rating.
The Upcoming iQOO 12 Expected Specs and Pricing
iQOO has officially announced the India launch date for iQOO 12, set for December 12. The company has confirmed the design of the phone, which aligns with previously leaked images. The iQOO 12 will debut in China on November 7, providing an early look at the device. Here’s a summary of what we know from official information and leaks.
The iQOO 12 is confirmed to be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Its design features curved edges and a slim profile, offering a comfortable grip. The device will be available in white, featuring a glass back panel and a square rear camera module instead of the rectangular one seen on previous models. It boasts a triple rear camera system capable of 100x digital zoom, with the telephoto lens supporting 3x optical zoom.
Leaked information suggests the iQOO 12 could feature an AMOLED display with 2K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. Additionally, it’s expected to include an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner for convenient unlocking even with wet fingers. The device’s triple rear camera setup might comprise a 50-megapixel Omnivision OV50H sensor, a 50-megapixel wide-angle lens featuring the ISOCELL JN1 sensor, and a 64-megapixel sensor with 3X optical zoom. It may also offer support for 200W fast charging and a 5,000mAh battery.
iQOO’s pricing strategy traditionally focuses on delivering good performance at an affordable price. The iQOO 11, for instance, had a starting price of ₹59,999 when it launched in India. The upcoming iQOO 12 is expected to maintain a competitive pricing approach. However, pricing could vary depending on the device’s advanced features and the prevailing industry trends for gradual price adjustments. The exact pricing will be revealed closer to the launch date, making it an interesting proposition for potential buyers.
