While Chinese manufacturer Vivo continues its expansion in the high-spec imaging market, its flagship mobile offerings remain a secondary alternative to competitors like Xiaomi and Oppo across major Western regions. The launch of the Vivo X500 Pro Max targets professional mobile content creators, introducing a refined sensor setup, high-frame-rate video capabilities, and direct support for…
Company GM Tony Shi details Vivo’s local strategy, operating in a highly competitive market and the role of memory costs in rolling out its foldables locally. Chinese smartphone vendor Vivo wants to be listed among the top three smartphone brands in South Africa, targeting a sweet spot position in an extremely competitive market. Tony Shi,…
Vivo South Africa GM Tony Shi Chinese car brands such as Haval, Chery, BYD, Omoda and Jaecoo are making massive inroads in South Africa’s new vehicle market, challenging traditional incumbents as they wrestle for market share. A similar shift may now be happening in the mobile market, where Chinese challenger brands are giving mainstays such…
The V60 Lite 5G is Vivo’s latest new device in the South African market. Chinese original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Vivo is aiming to clinch a top three spot in SA’s postpaid smartphone market, as it looks for bigger market share locally. This is according to Tony Shi, general manager of Vivo SA, speaking at the…
