Lahore, 14th March 2019
vivo today unveiled the all-new V15 & V15 Pro smartphones in Pakistan at a star-studded event in Lahore. The V15 Series brings the first model beyond the NEX to incorporate the industry’s first 32MP Pop-up Selfie Camera with upgraded AI technology that combines a stunning full-screen smartphone with an intelligent personal assistant that understands and anticipates consumer needs.
vivo once again is breaking new ground by elevating the mobile experience with this latest affordable V series addition that packs in many high-end technologies that usually feature in only the most premium phones.
In addition to the Pop-up Selfie Camera, the V15 Series includes cutting-edge technologies like AI Triple Camera that takes pro-photography on the smartphone to another level, plus the in-display fingerprint scanning.
“Innovation is one of our core values. Aside from the industry’s first Pop-up Selfie Camera which gave us the ultimate bezel-less Ultra-FullView display, we are always looking to bring other game-changing features, such as higher-quality cameras and smarter AI services that transport the mobile experience to a new dimension.” said Mr. Eric Kong, CEO vivo Pakistan. “The V15 Series is a clear example of our commitment in bringing immersive advanced products to consumers of all walks of life.”
Larger Screen Display Made Possible with the Pop-up Selfie Camera
Taking inspiration from the ground-breaking NEX, V15 Series carries the same Pop-up camera, but better. V15 Series comes with a staggering 32MP Front Camera to capture even better selfies with unrivalled clarity. vivo has further upgraded the mechanics & design enhancements also ensure the camera is sturdy enough to withstand daily wear-and-tear.
The innovative setup which first debuted at MWC 2018 as a concept and was featured in the first NEX has effectively created the ideal full screen display without compromising on photo quality or camera position. With the elimination of the notch, V15 Series now has a staggering 91.64% screen-to-body ratio, creating an unprecedented immersive viewing experience for gaming and video viewing. The Super AMOLED Ultra FullView™ Display of the V15 Pro now has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 6.39 inches. Its side and top bezels are reduced to a razor-thin 1.75mm and 2.2mm respectively.
Capture The Perfect Shot With Stunning AI Triple Camera
V15 Series comes with AI-embedded solutions that takes the photo-taking experience to the next level. With the AI Triple Camera, V15 Series allows consumers to take photos with stunning clarity and wider perspective. Users can easily capture professional pictures with a snap, thanks to the 48 Million Quad Pixel Sensor[1], 8MP AI Super Wide-Angle Camera, and a 5MP Depth Camera on V15 Pro. The “four-in-one pixel” technology in the main rear camera combines four pixels into one large pixel to deliver high quality 12MP photos even in the dark. The AI Super Wide-Angle Camera can expand up to 120 degree[2], capturing more people and full landscape shots are now made possible.
The powerful hardware is complemented with AI to make professional photo-taking a breeze. Taking on the V11, V15 Series is equipped with AI photography features including AI Face Beauty and AI Portrait Framing. The all-new AI Super Night Mode makes shaky night shots are a thing of the past, as consumers can now capture amazing night scenery without a tripod or a DSLR camera. The AI Super Night Mode can instantly take multiple photos at different exposure. It also brilliantly combines them to greatly improve brightness and clarity, night scenes can now be captured with high level of detail and stability.
With the all-new AI Body Shaping feature, users can now look naturally perfect by adjusting every aspect of the body such as waist and legs – Users will no longer need to apply photo-editing applications to look their best.
In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology Brings Out the Best of Sleek Design
vivo was the first smartphone brand in the world to introduce In-Display Fingerprint Scanning. V15 Pro also incorporates the popular In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology, which is now in its 5th generation — with higher fingerprint pixel density and more sophisticated algorithm, it allows consumers to unlock their phones in a more secure and intuitive manner.
Without a physical fingerprint pad, the sleek back cover adopts a unique Spectrum Ripple Design in Topaz Blue or Coral Red that reflects different shades at different angles, complementing the line of futuristic innovations housed in V15 Series.
AI-Powered Performance for Smoother and Intuitive Experience
vivo’s AI has made another leap forward, with a more powerful Jovi, the personal assistant that understands your needs and desires better than ever.
Simply use the new Smart Button on the side of V15 Series to release the power of AI. One press activates Google Assistant, while two calls the Jovi Image Recognizer into action. It’s easy, intuitive, and fast. V15 Series also has its own customized voice commands developed in partnership with Google to answer to your needs. Whether it’s AI Face Beauty, clean up phone memory, or search for food pictures in your album, just utter the command and V15 Series will do it for your immediately.
Avid gamers will love the upgraded Game Mode 5.0. It comes with the new Competition Mode that allocates system resources to prioritize game performance and Dual-Turbo which reduces frame-drop by 300% and increase smooth gameplay.
V15 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 675AIE Octa-core processor with 6GB RAM + 128 ROM, ensuring ultra-smooth performance. Consumers can also have a peace of mind that their phone will be up and running at all times thanks to the latest Dual-Engine Fast Charging technology, which tops up to about a quarter of power in just 15 minutes.
Pricing & Availability
The V15 series is already up for pre-orders in Pakistan with V15 Pro available in the market from 16th March for Rs. 64,999 in Topaz Blue color, while the V15 will be available from 20th March for a price of Rs. 49,999 in Topaz Blue and Glamour Red colors.
[1] The main rear camera with 48 Million Quad Pixel Sensor has 12MP effective pixels, and uses “four-in-one” technology to deliver high-quality 12MP photos by default. The resolution can be boosted up to 48MP on camera settings.
[2] AI Super Wide Angle Camera is able to capture 108 degree photos after accounting for distortion