Origin OS 6 to Launch in India Soon
iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya announced that Origin OS 6 is based on Android 16. It will soon be available in India. It will replace Funtouch OS 15. This move brings brand uniformity across markets. It aligns India with China. Vivo and iQOO devices in China already run on Origin OS.
Key Features of Origin OS 6:
- Redesigned Control Center: A new, more intuitive design for easier navigation
- New Widgets: Enhanced customization options for a personalized experience
- Smoother Animations: Improved performance for seamless interactions
- Improved Always-on Display: Enhanced visuals and functionality
- Comfort Engineering Design: A user-centric approach for natural and intuitive interactions
- Advanced Lighting and Visual Effects: Realistic visuals through advanced rendering
- AI-Powered Features: Smarter interactions and performance optimization
Availability and Rollout:
- Registration for Preview: Begins on September 29, 2025, for Indian and global users
- Launch in China: Origin OS 6 will debut in China on October 10, 2025, with Vivo X300 series and iQOO 15
- India Launch: Expected soon, with premium smartphones likely receiving the update first
Impact on Existing Devices:
- Unclear: Whether existing iQOO and Vivo handsets launched in India will receive an update to Origin OS 6 is currently unknown
Devices Expected to Run Origin OS 6:
- iQOO 15: Features a 6.8-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 7,000mAh battery, and 100W fast charging
- Vivo X300 Series: Upcoming flagship smartphones that will run Origin OS 6 out of the box
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