Vivo X300 launch finally brings OriginOS to the rest of the world
Vivo has made a significant move by launching its flagship X300 and X300 Pro smartphones internationally, marking the first time its proprietary operating system, OriginOS, will be available outside of China. The announcement comes just two weeks after the phones debuted in the Chinese market, demonstrating Vivo’s commitment to expanding its reach in Europe. The X300 series will be available in several European countries, including Austria, Spain, Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Italy, with prices starting at €1,049 (approximately $1,200) for the X300 and €1,399 (around $1,600) for the Pro model.
OriginOS, which has been exclusive to the Chinese market since its inception in November 2020, is now on version 6.0 and offers a refreshing upgrade from Vivo’s previous operating system, Funtouch OS. The latter has been criticized for its uninspiring design and excessive bloatware, leaving many international users yearning for a more vibrant and user-friendly experience. In contrast, OriginOS boasts a colorful interface with enhanced customization options, including a revamped lock screen featuring depth effects and basic widgets. The new “Dynamic Glow” design adds a modern touch reminiscent of Liquid Glass, making it a visually appealing alternative for users looking for a more engaging smartphone experience.
The X300 and X300 Pro are not just about software; they come equipped with impressive hardware specifications that cater to photography enthusiasts. Both models feature large silicon-carbon batteries, with capacities of 6,040mAh for the X300 and 6,510mAh for the Pro, although these figures are slightly lower than those of competitors like Oppo and Xiaomi. The standout feature of the Pro model is its remarkable 200-megapixel telephoto camera, which promises to deliver exceptional photography capabilities. Additionally, both phones are compatible with the 2.35x Zeiss telephoto extender, further enhancing their photographic prowess. With these advancements, the X300 series is poised to compete as one of the leading options for those seeking high-quality mobile photography in the market.
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These are the first Vivo phones to run OriginOS outside of China.
Vivo’s flagship X300 and X300 Pro
only launched in China two weeks ago
, but they’re getting an international release faster than we’re used to from Vivo. Today, the company announced that both phones are going on sale outside China, including a handful of European countries, and bringing with them OriginOS — Vivo’s previously China-only Android-based operating system.
OriginOS
debuted in China
back in November 2020 and is now on version 6.0. For reasons best known to itself, until now Vivo has kept Origin in China, leaving international buyers to use its older (and despicably named) Funtouch OS. It has never been fun to touch, with a drab design, relatively basic features, and often extensive bloatware.
OriginOS is comparatively colorful and slick. This version has been updated with a more customizable lockscreen, including depth effects and basic widgets, along with a “Dynamic Glow” design that has more than a little
Liquid Glass
to it. Still, it’s a welcome upgrade.
I ran down the
X300 and X300 Pro’s impressive specs in detail when they debuted in China
, so I’ll keep it simple here. Both have big
silicon-carbon batteries
, though the 6,040mAh and 6,510mAh capacities lag a little behind recent releases from rivals
Oppo
and
Xiaomi
. The cameras are the bigger draw, especially the Pro’s 200-megapixel telephoto camera, and both models are compatible with the
2.35x Zeiss telephoto extender that launched with the X200 Ultra
earlier this year. These are likely to be two of the best phones for photography on the market.
In Europe, the X300 series will be available in Austria, Spain, Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Italy. The X300 starts from €1,049 (around $1,200), with the Pro available for €1,399 (around $1,600).
Photography by Dominic Preston / The Verge
