Vivo OriginOS 6: These Are The Devices Getting Android 16

The chinese brand vivo has officially unveiled OriginOS 6, its latest operating system, which is based on the Android 16 OS. The announcement, made at the company’s annual developer conference, also showcased the new BlueOS 3 and CarLink 3.0. OriginOS 6 is considered a substantial software upgrade to both new and existing Vivo and iQOO devices.

New Features and Design

The new OS introduces a noticeable redesign to the user interface, affecting the look of the home page, lock screen, and also applications. The new aesthetic bring a refined visual style, inspired by Apple’s Liquid Glass UI, featuring more curved widgets and circular app icons, alongside extensive customization options for the home screen widgets.

Performance was a key focus of this update; vivo has integrated the new Blue River Smooth Engine, which was designed to enhance the user experience through improved computing capabilities, a dual rendering architecture, and smoother animations. All of the technical refinements are intended to make the interface and app switching (multi-tasking) more responsive.

AI and Image Capabilities

Artificial Intelligence is the greatest focus and a major component of OriginOS 6, with deep integration of AI-powered tools spread across the system. These include an AI phone assistant, AI summary, AI photo elimination, and an updated Circle to Search 2.0. The AI was also designed to offer better contextual understanding of the content being displayed on the screen.

Image editing tools have also been upgraded with AI assistance, enabling 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 the global for October 15, 2025, also announcing a detailed open beta adaptation plan for eligible Vivo and iQOO devices, rolling out across several months:

• November 2025: The update will begin with the latest flagship models, including the Vivo X Fold 5, Vivo X200 series, iQOO 13, and iQOO Neo 10 series.

• December 2025: The beta reaches 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 include the Vivo X90 series, Vivo X Fold 2, and iQOO 11 series.

• February 2026: The rollout continues for the Vivo X Flip, Vivo S20 series, iQOO Neo 8 series, and iQOO Z9 Turbo series.

• March 2026: This phase includes 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 concludes with the Vivo Y300 series.