vivo, Regas team up for X Fold 5 pre-order launch, 2025 BMW X3 G45 introduction

KUCHING (July 29): vivo Malaysia and Regas Premium Auto jointly hosted an event at the Regas Premium Auto showroom here today to mark the opening of pre-orders for the vivo X Fold 5 in Malaysia.

The gathering allowed guests to examine the vivo X Fold 5 up close, and they later tuned in to a livestream from Kuala Lumpur where vivo confirmed the opening of pre-orders for Malaysia.

The event in Kuala Lumpur began with vivo Malaysia chief executive officer Mike Xu delivering his keynote address where he presented the key attributes of the vivo X Fold 5.

“The X Fold 5 embodies that promise. At just 217 grammes in Titanium Gray finish, it is one of the lightest foldables on the market, yet its carbon fibre support hinge is engineered to withstand up to 600,000 folds.

“Both displays set a new standard, an 8.03 inch main LTPO AMOLED screen (2480×2200) and a 6.53 inch cover display (2748×1172), each offering a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, and peak brightness of 4,500 and 5,500 nits respectively.

“Specifications include the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, up to 16 GB LPDDR5X memory, 1 TB UFS 4.1 storage, and OriginOS 5 based on Android 15, with a promise of four years of operating system upgrades.

“Our new BlueVolt dual silicon anode battery delivers an equivalent of 6,000mAh, with 80W wired and 40W wireless FlashCharge,” he said.

Xu added that with a ZEISS co engineered triple 50MP rear camera array, complete with optical image stabilization and 100× HyperZoom, and dual 20MP front sensors, the X Fold 5 transforms from smartphone to pocket sized DSLR.

As for productivity, he said the X Fold 5 “behaves like a compact laptop” and that for creativity and entertainment, it “opens up a world of possibilities”.

“Since our debut in Malaysia over 11 years ago, we have built a community of more than seven million users across our X, V, and Y series lines, each tailoured to excel in zoom, portrait photography, or durability.

“The X Fold 5 unites our best technologies in imaging, performance, design and reliability. It is the culmination of our R&D and our unwavering commitment to innovation,” he said.

Xu said today’s event also signifies vivo’s formal entry into Malaysia’s premium segment as the company strives to continue elevating customer experience with exceptional products and services.

“I invite you to explore the X Fold 5 firsthand, and to join us on this exciting new chapter. Thank you for your support.”

Those interested in acquiring the vivo X Fold 5 may now reserve the 16GB+512GB configuration for RM6,999 through vivo’s official website.

Meanwhile, prior to the vivo presentation, Regas Premium Auto introduced the 2025 BMW X3 G45 20 xDrive M Sport, with the locally assembled CKD model priced at RM352,063.36 on the road excluding insurance.

The X3 is powered by a 2.0 litre turbocharged four cylinder engine with 48 volt mild hybrid assistance delivering 190PS and 310Nm of torque, and when paired with an eight speed Steptronic automatic transmission and all wheel drive, achieves 0-100km/h in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of 215km/h.

“The exterior features adaptive LED headlamps, an illuminated kidney grille, 19 inch Y spoke M alloy wheels and rocket shaped tail lamps.

“Inside, a BMW Curved Display combines a 12.3 inch driver’s panel with a 14.9 inch centre touchscreen alongside a head up display, BMW Interaction Bar, tri zone automatic climate control, and bespoke ambient lighting,” said a spokesperson.