HONOR Launches AI-Powered Magic8 Smartphone Series in China

HONOR Launches the New AI Magic8 Series in China

In a groundbreaking move for the smartphone market, HONOR, a global leader in AI device ecosystems, has officially announced the release of its highly anticipated Magic8 series in China. This flagship smartphone lineup introduces a wave of innovations, combining powerful hardware with cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology to redefine mobile interaction.

The Evolution of Smartphones with AI

The HONOR Magic8 series stands as the first self-evolving AI smartphones, making it a significant shift from traditional smartphone capabilities. The series is built upon three fundamental pillars: outstanding hardware performance, seamless system interaction, and an expansive application ecosystem. At the heart of the Magic8 series is the advanced AI agent, YOYO, which is designed to intelligently automate over 3,000 different tasks. This means users can now delegate routine chores—such as organizing images or summarizing weekly expenses—directly to their smartphones, increasing efficiency and saving precious time.

One of the standout features of the Magic8 series is the dedicated AI button that activates the YOYO assistant for user-friendly engagement. By simply pressing this button, users almost instantaneously trigger functionalities like 'YOYO Video Call' or capture images with just a double-click, making the phone interaction smoother than ever.

Revolutionary Imaging Capabilities

Taking mobile photography to unprecedented heights, the HONOR Magic8 Pro packs the innovative AI AiMAGE camera system, hailed for its sharpness, stability, and creative controls via advanced AI technology. This model features an impressive 200MP ultra-night telephoto lens with a large 1/1.4 inch sensor, coupled with a wide aperture of f/2.6. These features greatly enhance light capture and provide clearer details from afar. Thanks to HONOR’s AI anti-shake technology, users can achieve focused, high-quality photographs with ease, experiencing a seven-fold increase in the chance of getting a stable shot even without a tripod.

Furthermore, the Magic8 series introduces 'Magic Color', the industry's first AI engine for color processing. Utilizing deep learning algorithms, Magic Color identifies over 16.77 million shades, enabling users to replicate cinematic styles and fine-tune colors, thus creating stunning visuals with professional-grade quality.

High Performance Meets Battery Efficiency

Powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 mobile platform, the HONOR Magic8 series showcases revolutionary resolution and frame generation capabilities. This technology transforms standard gaming experiences, allowing demanding open-world games to run at 120 fps in 1080p—a significant enhancement over previous capabilities.

Energying this powerful performance is a cutting-edge 7200 mAh battery coupled with HONOR’s SuperCharge technology, offering both all-day battery life and rapid charging capabilities of up to 120W wired and 80W wireless. Such advancements ensure that the HONOR Magic8 Pro not only meets the demands of heavy multitasking but also extends usage convenience.

A Seamless User Experience

The Magic8 series leverages the open ecosystem of the new MagicOS 10, ensuring perfect functionality across diverse platforms, including Android, HarmonyOS, iOS, and Windows. Users can effortlessly share files and synchronize tasks across devices, maintaining continuity in their daily activities.

With a transparent aesthetic and customizable UI, MagicOS 10 further enhances user experience, giving users a light, clear, and visually appealing interface. HONOR has also ensured the durability of Magic8 devices, achieving SG-certified tenfold drop resistance and IP68/69 ratings, emphasizing toughness in demanding environments.

Future Innovations Ahead

At the conclusion of the launch, HONOR hinted at its ambitious HONOR ROBOT PHONE initiative. This upcoming innovative device is expected to blend AI, robotics, and advanced imaging capabilities into a compact handheld technology, reflecting HONOR's strategic vision for future AI ecosystem leadership.

The HONOR Magic8 is available in four stunning colors: Sunrise Gold, Sky Cyan, classic Black, and Glacier White. Pre-orders in China commenced on October 15, 2025, with the Magic8 retailing at 4,499 RMB and the Magic8 Pro starting from 5,699 RMB. The global rollout is anticipated soon after.

For more information, check out HONOR's official website.