Vivo's upcoming flagship will feature an impressive camera, but it's likely that you won't be able to acquire it.

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      Vivo has recently revealed its plans to launch the new flagship device, the Vivo X200 Ultra. Based on initial impressions, it has the potential to compete with some of the top smartphones on the market. We now have an official release date for this device; however, acquiring it in the U.S. may pose some challenges.

      This information comes straight from Vivo’s product manager, Han Bo Xiao, and was later reported by Notebookcheck. There have been many leaks regarding the Vivo X200 Ultra, but we now have confirmation of its release date. It will debut in the Chinese market on April 21, accompanied by other new products including the Vivo X200s, Vivo Pad 5 Pro, Vivo Pad SE, and Vivo Watch 5.

      Among these devices, the X200 Ultra appears to be the most intriguing due to its substantial camera bump. Notebookcheck notes that the flagship features a prominent camera, which seems to be about twice the size of the X200s (exact specifications have yet to be disclosed). The camera bump is necessary to accommodate the 35mm Zeiss main camera and the 14mm ultrawide camera; the main camera utilizes two 1/1.28-inch sensors. Furthermore, there’s a telephoto lens described as “the most light-sensitive ever installed in a phone.”

      Han Bo Xiao also mentioned that the large camera bump is intended to enhance usability when taking pictures. A built-in shutter button is located on the right side, facilitating landscape photography.

      It’s easy to see the Vivo X200 Ultra potentially standing up to some of the prestigious flagship devices. As noted by Notebookcheck, some leaked samples from the X200 Ultra suggest that its photo quality may rival DSLR cameras and the iPhone 16 Pro Max, displaying exceptionally well-lit images compared to other brands.

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      The downside to this announcement is that the phone will initially only be available in the Chinese market. Although we have previously tested some Vivo devices ourselves, acquiring them in the U.S. is not straightforward, as they cannot be purchased directly from the manufacturer. It seems that only enthusiasts may attempt to obtain one via third-party sellers, facing possible issues with lack of support outside China.

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      Monica is a computing writer at Digital Trends, specializing in PC hardware. Since joining in 2021, she has contributed numerous articles...

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