Vivo is reportedly gearing up to launch its next V-series smartphones in India by mid-February. The upcoming lineup is expected to include at least two models, the Vivo V70 and the Vivo V70 Elite.

The Vivo V series has long been known for its sleek designs and focus on portrait photography in the mid-premium segment. The V70 series is expected to raise the bar with a strong emphasis on advanced optics. For the first time in the V series, Vivo is integrating expertise from ZEISS, Sony, Qualcomm, and its own research teams. This collaboration aims to deliver a far stronger emphasis on optics. The integration will pair ZEISS lens tuning with Sony's larger sensors to improve light capture and clarity, especially in challenging lighting conditions. Vivo will also back the new camera hardware with its proprietary AI image-processing algorithms, aiming to deliver consistent results across portraits, night shots, and everyday photography.

While specific camera configurations are still under wraps, the Vivo V70 is expected to feature a 50MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 50MP telephoto lens, and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. A 50MP front-facing camera is also expected for selfies and video calls. All cameras are expected to be Zeiss-tuned.

On the software front, both the Vivo V70 and the Vivo V70 Elite are expected to be the first V-series phones to ship with OriginOS 6 out of the box. OriginOS 6 is reported to include interface tools such as Origin Island, Office Kit, and Flip Cards, which focus on multitasking and daily use functions. The OriginOS 6 feels quicker and more polished, with smoother animations.

Other expected features of the Vivo V70 include a 6.8-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It could be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. The phone may come with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The device is also expected to pack a 6,500mAh or 7,000mAh battery with support for 100W charging.

The Vivo V70 Elite variant is tipped to feature Qualcomm's most powerful chipset yet on a V-series phone, suggesting a focus on performance.

With these upgrades, the Vivo V70 series could see an increased price range. The Vivo V60 was launched in India in August of last year with a price tag of Rs. 36,999.

More details about the Vivo V70 series are expected to surface in the coming weeks.