New Era for Vivo: OriginOS 6 and BlueOS 3 Unveiled
Vivo has officially introduced OriginOS 6 in China, paired with BlueOS 3 for its smartwatch lineup. Built on Android 16, the update is set to debut first on the Vivo X300 Pro, Vivo X300, and iQOO 15 series, with broader support planned for older devices in the coming months. The duo signals Vivo’s push toward a more AI-driven, visually refined ecosystem that mirrors some design cues from premium platforms while delivering distinct regional features.
A Fresh Design Inspired by Apple’s Liquid Glass
OriginOS 6 brings a redesigned user interface that revamps the home screen, lock screen, and app layout. A dynamic, resizable clock widget adapts as notifications roll in, and circular app icons paired with curved-edge widgets deliver a modern, glassy aesthetic. The look has been described as drawing inspiration from Apple’s Liquid Glass styling in iOS, translating a sense of depth and clarity to Vivo’s devices.
One standout feature is the “Atomic Island”—a Vivo name for a concept akin to Apple’s Dynamic Island. It provides quick access to essential controls like music playback, timers, and stopwatch, all within a compact, interactive on-screen region. The update also introduces progressive blur effects, stacked notifications, and a new control center with customizable quick settings to streamline everyday tasks.
Blue River Smooth Engine: Smoother, Quicker, More Responsive
Under the hood, OriginOS 6 relies on Vivo’s new Blue River Smooth Engine. The engine combines a “super-core” computing approach, a dual-rendering architecture, and photonic storage to enhance performance. Users should notice smoother animations, more responsive touch input, and steadier frame rates when switching between apps or navigating between screens. Vivo positions the engine as a key step toward a lag-free experience that can adapt to demanding tasks and fluid multitasking.
AI-Powered Tools for Everyday Use
OriginOS 6 ships with a broad suite of artificial intelligence features across Vivo and iQOO devices. Highlights include a dedicated AI phone assistant, AI-generated summaries, and AI photo elimination to remove unwanted elements from shots. Circle to Search 2.0 elevates the on-screen search experience by allowing users to highlight an object and instantly fetch related information.
The Live Photo AI Removal feature expands the practical toolkit for image editing by enabling removal of elements not only from static images but also from Live Photos, creating more flexible editing possibilities. An AI image editor can boost resolution, remove objects, and even convert images into PDFs, making it easier to capture, refine, and share moments.
BlueOS 3: Extended Battery Life on Smartwatches
Alongside OriginOS 6, Vivo introduced BlueOS 3 for its smartwatch lineup. The new OS will debut on the Vivo Watch 5 and iQOO Watch 5 variants starting November 3 as part of a public beta. Vivo touts impressive endurance, with the Vivo Watch GT 2 capable of up to 33 days of battery life under BlueOS 3. In addition to longer life, the smartwatch platform features new always-on display watch faces, smoother animations, personalized app suggestions, and Blue Heart V calling support for seamless communications.
Rollout Schedule: A phased Release Across Devices
Vivo outlined a staggered rollout for OriginOS 6, beginning in November 2025 and extending through May 2026. The plan prioritizes flagship and mid-range devices before expanding to older models, ensuring users have access to the latest AI-powered enhancements as soon as possible. The schedule highlights the following milestones:
- November 2025: Vivo X Fold 5, Vivo X200 Series, iQOO 13, iQOO Neo 10 Pro Series
- December 2025: Vivo X Fold 3 Series, Vivo X100 Series, iQOO 12 Series, iQOO Neo 9 Series, iQOO Z10 Turbo+
- January 2026: Vivo X Fold 2, Vivo X90 Series, Vivo S30 Series, iQOO 11 Series, iQOO Z10 Turbo Series
- February 2026: Vivo X Flip, Vivo S20 Series, iQOO Neo 8 Series, iQOO Z9 Series
- March 2026: Vivo X Fold+, Vivo S19 Series, Vivo Pad 5 Series, Vivo Pad 3 Series, iQOO 10 Series, iQOO Pad 5 and 2 Series
- April 2026: Vivo S18 Series, Vivo Y500, iQOO Neo 7 Series
What This Means for Vivo Fans
OriginOS 6 and BlueOS 3 reflect Vivo’s strategy to blend premium UI design with practical AI tools, delivering a more polished user experience without relying solely on hardware upgrades. While the design references may echo Apple’s visual language, Vivo emphasizes its own features—especially the AI capabilities and the Blue River engine—to differentiate the experience. For users eyeing a future-ready ecosystem, the updates promise longer battery life on wearables and a cohesive, AI-infused software environment across smartphones and smartwatches.
