vivo unveils X500 Series and prepares global X Fold 6 launch

vivo has unveiled its new flagship smartphone lineup, headlined by the X500 Series and the X Fold 6 foldable. The X500 Series, including the X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max, features advanced ZEISS-engineered telephoto lens systems. The X500 Pro Max is highlighted for its 200MP ZEISS APO telephoto camera and high-performance MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset.

The X Fold 6 is preparing for a global rollout, with leaks suggesting a launch around October 1, followed by an India release on October 6. The foldable features an 8.02-inch internal LTPO AMOLED display and a 6.51-inch cover screen, both capable of 5,000 nits peak brightness. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Super Edition and includes a 200MP main camera and a large battery, ranging from 6,900mAh in European versions to 7,000mAh in Chinese models.

Retail listings in Europe indicate the X Fold 6 may be priced around 2,135 euros for a 12GB RAM and 512GB storage configuration. The device also offers IP58/IP59 dust and water resistance and utilizes OriginOS 7 for enhanced productivity features.