Vivo previews X Fold 6 with AI‑focused OriginOS 6 Fold

Chinese smartphone maker Vivo has officially begun teasing its next-generation foldable smartphone, the Vivo X Fold 6, ahead of an expected launch later this month. The device was recently spotted in public, providing the first real-world look at its design and a new software platform focused on artificial intelligence and productivity.

The phone was seen in the hands of actress Zhu Zhu at the French Open women's singles final, according to images shared on Chinese social media. The photos show a device with a distinctive blue-green color finish and a large, circular rear camera module bearing ZEISS branding. The design maintains a slim, book-style foldable form factor with a more rounded appearance compared to the boxier Vivo X Fold 5.

Company executives have confirmed the device will debut with a new software system called OriginOS 6 Fold. This platform will feature an upgraded Atomic Workbench, which is designed to improve multitasking by allowing users to run multiple applications and AI tools within a dedicated workspace. The software will also include an enhanced AI assistant and stronger on-device AI processing capabilities. Vivo has stated it aims to make the X Fold 6 a...