The software experience has become one of the most decisive factors when choosing a high-end smartphone. At Vivo, that side of things rests on the company’s own interface: OriginOS. A genuine showcase for the brand’s approach to usability, this software layer wraps around the system with deep visual customisation, smooth transitions and tools built specifically to make the most of the hardware inside Vivo devices and those of its performance-focused sister brand, iQOO.
While the current generation continues to power millions of handsets around the world, attention is now turning to the next major upgrade: OriginOS 7. Destined to ship on the manufacturer’s upcoming models but also to roll out as an update to a very wide selection of phones already in use, this version promises substantial changes both visually and functionally. Here’s the expected timeline, the changes on the way, and every model in line for the switch.
Rollout timeline: the first predictions
As far as official announcements go, some caution is in order: Vivo has yet to communicate a formal schedule for the launch of its new interface. That said, industry chatter and the brand’s usual development cycles make it possible to sketch out a provisional road map.
According to those early estimates, the key milestones are said to fall into two distinct phases:
- The global beta programme: Registrations to test the preliminary builds of OriginOS 7 are reportedly set to open as early as the beginning of September 2026, possibly a little sooner for users taking part in technical testing programmes.
- The global stable rollout: Wide distribution of the final version could begin from October 2026, traditionally starting with the newest flagships before gradually reaching devices from earlier generations.
These dates remain indicative projections and are still subject to adjustment depending on how the software testing phases progress.
What’s expected: a “liquid glass” look and reworked animations
The first impressions of OriginOS 7 come mainly from feedback shared by beta testers. While that information should be treated with the usual caution until the brand makes its presentation official, it points to a visual overhaul built around depth and organic fluidity.
The “liquid glass” effect at the heart of the interface
The most visible change is said to concern the overall look of the system. OriginOS 7 reportedly introduces so-called “liquid glass” graphical effects applied across menus, widgets and the control centre.
In practical terms, the interface is tipped to drop traditional flat blocks of colour in favour of semi-transparent elements that interact dynamically with their visual surroundings. Windows and contextual panels would respond to light with realistic refraction effects, soft shadows and reflections calculated in real time based on your wallpaper. The result gives the system a distinctly modern, textured and more tangible feel, without making on-screen information any harder to read.
Natural, physics-based animations
Beyond the purely visual side, the brand’s engineers are said to have paid particular attention to how the phone feels under your fingers:
- Smoother app opening and closing: Transitions become more responsive, cutting the perceived pauses during heavy multitasking.
- Spring animations: The system builds in motion dynamics based on a physical bounce effect. Menus, drop-down lists and app drawers stretch and settle back into place in a supple, natural way as you interact with the touchscreen.
- New themes and more personalisation: OriginOS 7 is expected to expand its catalogue of visual tools, giving users broader options to configure icons, the Always-on Display and dynamic colour palettes.
Full list of devices eligible for OriginOS 7
One of Vivo’s long-standing strengths lies in the software support it grants its device line-up. The list of smartphones in line for the upgrade to OriginOS 7 is unusually long, covering recent high-end models as well as older and entry-level references.
Here is the complete list of handsets concerned, sorted by product family.
Vivo: X Series (flagships and foldables)
- Vivo X Fold 6
- Vivo X Fold 5
- Vivo X Fold 3 Pro
- Vivo X300
- Vivo X300 Pro
- Vivo X300 Ultra
- Vivo X300 FE
- Vivo X200
- Vivo X200 Pro
- Vivo X200 FE
- Vivo X200T
- Vivo X100
- Vivo X100 Pro
Vivo: V Series
- Vivo V70
- Vivo V70 Lite
- Vivo V70 FE
- Vivo V70 Elite
- Vivo V60
- Vivo V60e
- Vivo V60 Lite
- Vivo V60 Lite 4G
- Vivo V50
- Vivo V50e
- Vivo V50 Lite
- Vivo V50 Lite 4G
- Vivo V40
- Vivo V40 Pro
Vivo: T Series
- Vivo T5
- Vivo T5 Pro
- Vivo T5 Lite
- Vivo T5x
- Vivo T5e
- Vivo T4
- Vivo T4 Pro
- Vivo T4 Ultra
- Vivo T4 Lite
- Vivo T4x
- Vivo T4R
Vivo: S Series
- Vivo S2
Vivo: Y Series (entry-level and mid-range)
- Vivo Y600
- Vivo Y600 Turbo
- Vivo Y500
- Vivo Y500 Pro
- Vivo Y500s
- Vivo Y500i
- Vivo Y400
- Vivo Y400 4G
- Vivo Y400 Pro
- Vivo Y400 Pro+
- Vivo Y300 GT
- Vivo Y300t
- Vivo Y300i
- Vivo Y60
- Vivo Y51 Pro
- Vivo Y31d 4G
- Vivo Y21 (2026)
- Vivo Y11 (2026)
- Vivo Y05 4G
iQOO: numbered, Z and Neo series
As a reminder, these handsets from partner brand iQOO share the same software base, even though they go through a separate distribution channel.
- Flagship series: iQOO 15, iQOO 15 Ultra, iQOO 15R, iQOO 13, iQOO 12, iQOO 12 Pro
- Z Series: iQOO Z11, iQOO Z11 Lite, iQOO Z11x, iQOO Z11i, iQOO Z10, iQOO Z10x, iQOO Z10R, iQOO Z10 Lite
- Neo Series: iQOO Neo 10, iQOO Neo 10R, iQOO Neo 9 Pro
What does this mean for a smartphone bought from PhoneDroid?
For our customers, and for anyone considering one of the brand’s handsets, this news brings some welcome clarity. At PhoneDroid, we carefully select high-performing devices in official Global Versions, perfectly suited to the demands of European networks.
Looking through this eligibility list, you’ll see that every Vivo model currently available in our catalogue will receive the upgrade to OriginOS 7:
- The Vivo X300 FE, priced at €749.90, is on the official list and will get this full software update.
- The Vivo X300 Ultra, our exceptional technological flagship listed at €1,549.90, also appears on the list.
- The Vivo X300, Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo X200 FE, all likewise stocked in our online shop, are confirmed for the new interface.
Investing in one of these smartphones today therefore guarantees you the coming software overhaul at no extra cost as soon as it becomes available, extending the lifespan and the value of your device that much further.
An important note about the iQOO range: although we list the iQOO models above as general information for tech enthusiasts, our shop does not sell any device from the iQOO range. PhoneDroid focuses exclusively on official Vivo models that meet all European standards.
In summary
With OriginOS 7 on the way, Vivo is preparing a thorough modernisation of its software environment, combining the visual subtlety of liquid glass with more organic, more responsive animations. Thanks to a generous software support policy, current and future owners of the brand’s smartphones should see their handsets move up to the latest usability standards.
We’ll be updating this article as soon as the manufacturer formalises the official schedule and the exact rollout of the global version. In the meantime, feel free to browse our full range of Vivo smartphones in stock in our French warehouses, along with our protective accessories, including our Vivo cases and Vivo tempered glass screen protectors.