Vivo is preparing for a major global software overhaul, officially retiring its Funtouch OS in international markets and replacing it with the highly anticipated OriginOS.
The Shift from Funtouch OS
For years, Vivo has maintained a dual-operating system strategy: the feature-rich OriginOS for its home market and the more conventional Funtouch OS for its global devices, including those in Southeast Asia. This generated persistent user requests for the global rollout of OriginOS, which is celebrated for its deep customisation, visual fluidity, and intelligent features.
The company has officially scheduled the OriginOS Global launch for October 15, 2025, live from Shanghai, China. The event will usher in the launch of OriginOS 6, which is built on Android 16. This event will mark the unification of the company’s mobile software brand globally, promising a smoother and smarter mobile experience for all users.
What to Expect from OriginOS 6
OriginOS 6 brings a comprehensive overhaul to the user interface, moving towards a cleaner, more fluid, and AI-centric design philosophy.
- Visual and Customisation Overhaul: The lock screen is being revamped with new customisation options, including transparent lock screen clock designs with glass-like refractions. Users will gain the freedom to move the clock anywhere on the screen, similar to other major operating systems. The home screen will feature a refined UI with new textures and elements, focusing on making the interface look more seamless and pleasant.
- Performance and Fluidity: Vivo has focused heavily on optimisation. The company claims significant performance gains, noting that apps open up to 11% faster and feel 57% more responsive due to core changes in the system’s framework. The entire experience emphasises smoother transitions and fluid animations.
- Intelligent Features: The update introduces practical, space-saving features like widgets and notification stacking, which allow users to manage multiple notifications and widgets effectively without cluttering the screen. AI capabilities are also enhanced, with a focus on refining system optimisation and integrating early AI tools for tasks like photo editing. The Object Eraser feature, for example, is expected to receive upgrades, potentially allowing users to remove objects from Live Photos.
- Cross-Ecosystem Capabilities: While details are still emerging, OriginOS 6 is expected to introduce enhanced cross-ecosystem features, teasing the possibility for users to utilise iPads as secondary screens, sync notes, and share photos seamlessly.
Availability and Rollout Timeline
The official unveiling of OriginOS 6 will take place in China on October 10, with the global launch and developer announcements following on October 15, 2025.
The Vivo X300 series and iQOO 15 are expected to be the first devices to ship with OriginOS 6 right out of the box. For existing users, Vivo has already opened a limited “Preview Program” for the Vivo X200 Pro and iQOO 13 in certain regions, giving early adopters a taste of the new Android 16-based OS. The official stable global rollout is expected to begin for flagships in Q4 2025 or Q1 2026, with the transition from Funtouch OS to OriginOS being a gradual process for older, eligible devices. Users can expect a noticeable leap in polish and feature set compared to the previous Funtouch OS 15.
