Mobile photography enthusiasts in India have reason to celebrate. Following its September debut in China, Vivo has officially started teasing its next-generation flagship ecosystem for the Indian market. The upcoming release includes the flagship trio—the Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max—alongside the vivo Watch GT 2 smartwatch and dedicated ZEISS Telephoto Extender hardware accessories.
All three smartphones have already cleared Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification, and pre-booking indications at offline retailers suggest an official launch around November 25, 2026.
For a complete breakdown of previous developments and initial announcements surrounding Vivo’s custom software and hardware trajectory, explore NPoweruser’s full coverage of Vivo updates text.
The Vivo X500 Lineup: Specifications at a Glance
The lineup introduces three distinct tiers to cater to different user needs, led by massive BlueVolt batteries and vibrant 144Hz AMOLED displays.
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo X500 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max |
| Display | 6.59-inch 1.5K 144Hz OLED | 6.36-inch 1.5K 144Hz LTPO OLED | 6.85-inch 2K 144Hz LTPO OLED |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro |
| Main Camera | 50MP Sony LYTIA-828 (OIS) | 50MP Sony LYTIA-910 LOFIC | 50MP Sony LYTIA-910 LOFIC (3° Gimbal OIS) |
| Telephoto Camera | 50MP Sony LYT-610 Periscope | 64MP Sony LYT-610 APO Periscope | 200MP Samsung HP0 APO Periscope |
| Battery Capacity | 7,500mAh | 6,510mAh | 7,800mAh / 8,000mAh |
| Charging | 90W Wired / 40W Wireless | 90W Wired / 40W Wireless | 90W Wired / 40W Wireless |
200MP Periscope & ZEISS Telephoto Extenders
The star of the series is undoubtedly the Vivo X500 Pro Max. It houses a massive 1/1.4-inch 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP0 sensor behind an 85mm-equivalent ZEISS APO periscope lens. Anchored by 3-degree gimbal-grade Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), it delivers unmatched low-light handheld telephoto performance and supports 4K recording at 240fps.
To push focal reach even further, Vivo is bringing optional ZEISS Telephoto Extender hardware kits to India. These clip-on optical extenders convert the native telephoto output into 200mm and up to 400mm equivalent focal lengths for extreme wildlife and sports photography.
vivo Watch GT 2: Smart Tracking with Extended Battery Life
Joining the flagship phones is the vivo Watch GT 2. Designed as an all-day health companion, the smartwatch features a bold 2.07-inch rectangular AMOLED screen encased in a lightweight frame.
Key Watch GT 2 Highlights:
Battery Endurance: Up to 25 to 33 days of continuous usage depending on power profile mode.
Health Suite: 24/7 continuous heart rate monitoring, SpO2 blood oxygen tracking, sleep stage analysis, and altimeter/barometer integration.
Connectivity: Independent GPS tracking, Bluetooth 5.4 calling, and BlueOS management.
