From Smartphones to Agent Phones: Vivo Unveils AI Imaging Vision

A New Era in Mobile Technology

vivo has taken a significant step forward in the mobile technology landscape with its recent launch of the vivo V70 in Malaysia. This strategic move comes as part of a broader vision that positions the company as a leader in the evolution of smartphones. The V70 is not just another device; it represents a fundamental shift towards what vivo calls “Agent phones.” These are devices that go beyond traditional communication, becoming digital companions capable of perceiving, reasoning, and acting on behalf of users.

Bridging the Gap with Advanced Features

For local consumers, this global strategy is already being implemented through the vivo V70, which was launched on 5 March 2026. The device is designed to bridge the gap between mid-range and flagship hardware by integrating seven core capabilities:

• Imaging Hardware: A 50 MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera featuring the Sony IMX882 sensor and 20x zoom.
• AI Scene Photography: Specialised software modes including Stage Mode and Magic Weather.
• Build & Security: An aerospace-grade aluminium alloy frame and 3D Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanning 2.0.
• Performance Architecture: OriginOS 6 running on LPDDR5X memory with UFS 4.1 storage.
• Longevity: A commitment to 6 years of security updates.

The Rise of the Perception System

During a keynote titled A Visual Dialogue with Physical Reality, Hu Baishan, President and COO of vivo, highlighted the evolving role of smartphones. He argued that while smartphones will remain the dominant medium for human-computer interaction for the next decade, their role is shifting from a tool into a sensory hub. As AI transitions from digital omniscience to physical omnipotence, vivo views imaging as the eyes through which AI navigates and understands the real world. This framework, known as the Blue Technology Matrix, positions the smartphone as a personal digital companion that bridges AI with daily physical experiences.

Modular Innovation: MR and Robotics

vivo is not limiting this foundational capability to phones alone. The company’s roadmap includes three core product categories:

• Smartphones: The primary interface for users.
• Headsets: Integrating Mixed Reality (MR) for immersive interaction.
• Robotics: Empowering humanoid robots through R&D at the vivo Robot Lab.

At the forum, Shao Hao, Head of the vivo Robot Lab, shared progress on humanoid robotics, while Zhang Fei, VP of Technology, presented on how imaging and intelligent software are currently empowering industrial upgrades.

A Global Showcase

To demonstrate these advancements, vivo presented the X300 Ultra, its latest imaging flagship, as the official smartphone for the 2026 forum. This marks vivo’s fifth consecutive year as a strategic BFA partner and a member of its Board of Directors.

For the Malaysian market, the takeaway is clear: the transition from a standard smartphone to an Agent phone is already underway, with the current V70 serving as the first step in a broader ecosystem shift. This marks a new chapter in mobile technology, where devices are no longer just tools but true digital companions.