The highly anticipated Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is set to debut in India, marking the first time a Vivo foldable smartphone will be available outside of China. The launch date appears to have been accidentally revealed through the company's website. According to footnotes on the promo page, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro will be available for purchase starting the first week of June, with a specific launch date of June 6, as indicated by the disclaimer section on the official microsite. This aligns with previous leaks, although Vivo has not yet formally announced the launch date.
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Design and Build-
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro features a sleek design, confirmed to be available in the Celestial Black colourway for the Indian market. The device is equipped with a carbon fibre hinge rated to last 500,000 folds, ensuring durability. When folded, the handset has a thickness of 11.2mm and weighs 236 grams.
Display-
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro boasts a dual-display setup:
Primary Display: 8.03-inch 2K (2200x2480 pixels) AMOLED display.
Cover Display: 6.53-inch (1172x2748 pixels) AMOLED display.
Performance-
Under the hood, the phone is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, coupled with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. This flagship device runs on Android 14, customized with Vivo's OriginOS 4 in China.
Camera-
For photography enthusiasts, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro offers a versatile triple rear camera setup
Main Camera: 50-megapixel sensor.
Additional Cameras: Detailed specifications of the additional cameras have not been provided, but Zeiss branding suggests high-quality lenses and imaging capabilities.
The phone also features 32-megapixel selfie cameras on both the outer and inner screens, providing excellent options for self-portraits and video calls.
Battery and Charging-
The device is backed by a substantial 5,700mAh lithium battery. It supports rapid charging with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging capabilities, ensuring quick power-ups and extended usage.
AI and Software Features-
Vivo integrates advanced AI features powered by Google's Gemini AI, including:
AI Note Assist
AI Transcript Assist
AI Screen Translation
These features enhance productivity and provide seamless user experiences.
Availability and Pricing-
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro will be available for purchase on Flipkart. In China, the device was launched at a price of CNY 9,999 (approximately Rs. 1,16,000) for the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant. The Indian pricing is yet to be revealed.
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Global Expansion-
This launch marks a significant milestone for Vivo as the X Fold 3 Pro becomes the first foldable smartphone from the brand to be released globally, beyond its home market of China. The Vivo X series foldable smartphones have remained exclusive to China since their inception.
With its cutting-edge features, robust build, and advanced AI capabilities, the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is poised to make a strong impression in the Indian market. Stay tuned for the official launch and further updates from Vivo.