A New Era of Durability: HONOR X9c Continues a Powerful Legacy and Takes Durability to New Heights

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Experience Robust Performance That Stands Up to Life's Challenges

Throughout its evolution, the HONOR X Series consistently proved its strength with its durable design, precise engineering, and a strong focus on providing the best hardware and software together. HONOR is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of smartphone technology, with each product continuing a long legacy of innovation set by its predecessor. Backed by years of research, 600+ quality standards, 400+ product tests, 20 Compliance Tests and 190+ Reliability Tests, the HONOR X Series stands out as a prime example of HONOR’s desire to deliver the very best to its consumers by bringing future-ready devices to the market at attractive price points.

In 2023, South Africa welcomed the HONOR X Series through the HONOR X9a. This was followed by the all-rounder HONOR X9b in 2024 and now in 2025, anticipation is building as the market anticipates the latest in the series, the HONOR X9c.

A truly rugged addition to the HONOR X Series, the HONOR X9c not only continues to carry forward the durability features previously introduced into the series but also brings incredible new AI-powered features that make life easier by addressing users' pain points.

The HONOR X Series has long been a pillar of innovation, starting with the HONOR X9a with the strongest smartphone display, followed by the ultra-tough HONOR X9b and its outstanding 360-degree drop resistance, and now the HONOR X9c with its drop, water, and heat resistance.

A Resilient Display to Withstand Everyday Challenges

The HONOR X9a introduced the world to the most durable display ever seen on a smartphone, thanks to HONOR’s continued research and innovation to produce a smartphone capable of withstanding not only daily wear and tear, but also accidental bumps and drops.

Building on that success and industry-first approach, the HONOR X9c is equipped with the latest generation of the HONOR Drop-Resistant Design. While the HONOR X9a could withstand drops onto hard surfaces from a height of 1m, the HONOR X9c offers impressive resistance to drops from up to 2m in height. The scratch-resistant glass along with the resistance shield on the back of the device ensures that the device is intact and operational even after accidental falls onto surfaces. This smartphone can withstand hard surfaces like marble, cobblestone, asphalt, tactile paving stone, and bluestone, ensuring it remains fully functional no matter the challenge.

To provide even more protection from accidental drops, the unique bézier curve design on the HONOR X9c safeguards from impact in any direction. Compared to its predecessor, the HONOR X9c showcases an impressive 166% enhancement in comprehensive reliability, ensuring that it can withstand the rigours and challenges of daily life while always remaining intact and fully functional.

Expertly Engineered for Unmatched Durability

To give better protection and reduce damage from accidental drops, HONOR improved the material design in the HONOR X9b by adding tiny holes to its materials. These tiny holes work like an airbag to help prevent cracked screens and damage. This is a great example of HONOR's engineering and innovation, giving amazing protection to all six sides and four corners of the phone, making it a top choice for durability.

Expanding on this all-over protection, the HONOR X9c comes with an industry-first Cushioning Airbag Protective Case, which incorporates the second generation of cushioning structure first introduced with the HONOR X9b. By incorporating micro-level gaps in the case, it can deform upon impact and absorb much of the shock without damaging the phone. The HONOR X9c also features the first-ever Fully Wrapped Curved Screen Protection Layer, which ensures that no matter how many times the phone is dropped, the screen is kept free from scratches and impacts. This commitment to durability and user safety has earned the HONOR X9c a Five-Star comprehensive reliability certification from Switzerland’s SGS, further confirming HONOR’s continued dedication to quality and durability in every device segment.

Unmatched Protection from Water and the Elements

Aside from drop resistance features and display durability, one of the most common problems facing smartphone users is protection from water and other liquids. There are countless scenarios where a user’s smartphone is accidentally dropped in water or splashed upon, leaving it faulty or inoperable. These kinds of issues are often hard to repair, leaving users disconnected from their smartphones for unknown lengths of time.

To best protect against water exposure, the HONOR X9c is equipped with an innovative three-layer water-resistant structure that ensures safety from accidental water exposure. The first layer tackles exposed components that are often the first to be affected by water exposure. The second layer provides water-resistant sealing for sensitive internal components in order to keep the phone operational under any conditions, while the third layer protects the core components of the device.

These layers work together to provide outstanding protection against water and dust, further supported by an IP65M rating. Even after extensive testing in 25cm of water for up to 5 mins, the HONOR X9c stayed fully functional, giving users peace of mind if their device accidentally gets wet. Remarkably, the HONOR X9c can also be used with wet or greasy hands without losing its water resistance capabilities.

In addition, HONOR X9c is built to withstand a variety of environments, demonstrating impressive durability and performance. When transitioning from cold outdoor winter conditions to a heated indoor space, the device maintains its charging speed and overall battery performance. Additionally, it performs reliably during audio calls and while streaming videos in temperatures ranging from -30°C to 55°C. These features highlight the robust design of the HONOR X9c, making it a rugged choice for users in extreme weather conditions.

A Revolutionary New User Experience with HONOR’s AI Features

The HONOR X9c is packed with advanced AI features, the result of years of research and testing. Its AI Motion Sensing feature ensures perfect photos by detecting scenes and adjusting settings automatically. The AI Eraser function helps users easily remove unwanted background distractions for flawless memories.

Running on MagicOS 8.0 (Android 14), the HONOR X9c streamlines daily tasks with features like Magic Capsule for focused notifications, Magic Portal for intuitive app suggestions, and Parallel Space to separate work and personal data on one device.

With exceptional durability, the HONOR X9c continues the HONOR X Series legacy, combining robustness, innovation, and user-friendly design.

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About HONOR

HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enables people to become a better version of themselves.

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HONOR Unfolds a Future with Possibilities with the record-breaking HONOR Magic V3 at IFA 2024

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HONOR also showcases industry-leading innovations and AI capabilities with the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 and HONOR MagicPad 2. 

Global technology brand HONOR today announced its groundbreaking AI-enabled hardware capabilities and a collaborative AI privacy protection architecture, that combines on-device and cloud AI technologies, showcasing its commitment to innovative empowerment in an AI-driven world, at IFA 2024. In a world-first, HONOR introduced its AI Deepfake Detection anti-fraud technology on the global stage. The event also saw the debut of HONOR’s latest AI-empowered flagship devices, including the HONOR Magic V3, the world’s slimmest inward foldable smartphone, as well as the sleek and artistic laptop HONOR MagicBook Art 14, and the cutting-edge innovative digital canvas HONOR MagicPad 2, and a stylish health tracker HONOR Watch 5.

“AI is fundamentally reshaping our industry, enriching and creating new experiences that delight consumers all around the world, every day,” said George Zhao, CEO of HONOR. “Our role as a smart device provider gives us incredible access to consumers. Combined with our expertise in devices, it informs our AI roadmap, allowing us to create better and more secure AI experiences that best meet their needs. Through all our new flagship devices, we hope to deliver human-centric AI experiences that consumers will find truly magical.”

During the presentation, HONOR also highlighted its collaboration with Google to integrate features based on Google Cloud AI models and APIs into HONOR devices. "Through Google Cloud, our partners can tap into world-class AI capabilities for a diverse range of sophisticated AI applications,” said Matt Waldbusser, Consumer AI Director of Google. “We are excited to partner with HONOR, with whom we share a common understanding of the importance of prioritizing user privacy, to build new synergy between on-device and cloud AI, playing to our respective strengths."

HONOR Magic V3: The World's Thinnest Foldable with Robust Performance

Continuing to push the boundaries of foldable devices, HONOR introduced the all-new HONOR Magic V3, the world's thinnest inward foldable phone with enhanced durability, battery, display and AI experience, to global consumers.

With a sleek folded thickness of 9.2mm[1] and a featherlight body weighing just 226g, the HONOR Magic V3 rivals the slimness and weight of a flagship bar phone, ensuring utmost portability for users. This feat is accomplished through the meticulous application of 19 innovative materials and 114 microstructures, propelling foldable devices into a new era of precision and slimness. Featuring a dome-shaped octagonal camera module, the HONOR Magic V3 seamlessly combines the architectural beauty of dome structures with technological innovations. This camera module showcases a diamond cut, adding an element of elegance and sleekness to the device's overall appearance.

Adding to its durability, the HONOR Magic V3 incorporates a Special Fiber into its body material, enhancing impact resistance by 40 times[2] compared to other flagship bar phones while reducing the back cover's thickness by 40%[3]. Moreover, featuring the proprietary HONOR Super Steel Hinge, the device can withstand up to 500,000[4] folding cycles and has attained the prestigious SGS Durability Certification. Fortified with the HONOR Super Armored Inner Screen and HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield, the HONOR Magic V3 is crafted to endure the rigours of daily use.

Equipped with a 6.43-inch external display and a 7.92-inch internal foldable screen[5], the HONOR Magic V3 delivers an immersive dual-use experience, offering an enjoyable visual journey to users. Dedicated to prioritizing user well-being and comfort, this device incorporates a range of innovative eye-comfort features, such as the world’s first AI Defocus Display technology[6], 4320Hz Risk-free PWM Dimming[7], Dynamic Dimming, Circadian Night Display and Natural Tone Display.

In addition, the HONOR Magic V3 is packed with an advanced 5150mAh[8] Third-generation Silicon-carbon Battery, supported by the lightning-fast 66W[9] Wired and 50W[10] Wireless HONOR SuperCharge, ensuring users an uninterrupted and stress-free mobile experience. Featuring the innovative HONOR Falcon Camera System which encompasses a 50MP Periscope Telephoto Camera, a 50MP Main Camera, and a 40MP Ultra-wide Camera, the device promises unparalleled imaging quality and versatility for users seeking stunning smartphone photography.

The HONOR Magic V3 unfolds a new AI-enhanced future, offering a host of intelligent features, powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, the titan of on-device intelligence, premium-tier performance, and power efficiency. Marquee capabilities include Magic Portal on Foldable, along with on-device AI-enabled photography features like HONOR AI Motion Sensing, and the HONOR AI Portrait Engine. Collaborating with Google Cloud, HONOR enriches a range of productivity features supported by Google Cloud AI models and APIs to empower users to improve overall efficiency, including HONOR AI Eraser, Face-to-Face Translation, and HONOR Notes tools. These deliver on HONOR’s promise of a new era of AI-enabled versatility and productivity, catering to the evolving demands of business and professional users， while offering an enhanced and secure experience on HONOR devices.

HONOR MagicBook Art 14: Unlocking AI-powered Future Productivity Elegantly

The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 represents a groundbreaking leap in the laptop industry, transforming the conventional laptop experience by infusing human-centric innovation with robust capabilities.

Showcasing the Vine-leaf Curves Design and Satin Enamel Spraying Technology, this laptop is a marvel of lightweight engineering, incorporating cutting-edge platform-level AI features alongside robust hardware and software solutions, ensuring unmatched productivity and user experience. Translating the lightweight and slim characteristics synonymous with smartphones to laptops, HONOR is introducing the lightest and slimmest AI PC to the market. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 showcases the pioneering Topology Lightweight Structure, weighing just 1kg[11] and measuring a slim thickness of 10mm[12]. Boasting an alloy body crafted from magnesium and a keyboard constructed with titanium, this laptop epitomizes a perfect balance of lightweight design and durability.

Integrating an industry-leading Modular Camera Design, the laptop features a detachable magnetic configuration that enhances privacy and adaptability, delivering a wider and more immersive visual journey. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 features a captivating 14.6-inch HONOR FullView Touch Display boasting a crystal-clear 3.1K resolution[13]. With an outstanding 97% screen-to-body ratio[14], the largest among 14-inch laptops, it guarantees an immersive and enriching viewing experience. Demonstrating HONOR’s commitment to users’ well-being, the display is equipped with the industry's foremost eye protection technologies, such as 4320 High-frequency PWM Dimming[15], Dynamic Dimming technology, and E-book Mode, ensuring a comfortable and safe viewing experience.

In collaboration with Microsoft, the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 offers users access to the advanced Copilot features, including Intelligent Email Management, Data insight & visualization, and Real-time Transcription and Summarization, elevating productivity and efficiency. Further enhancing power efficiency, the laptop features AI-driven OS Turbo 3.0, optimizing power consumption by analyzing user behaviour and adjusting performance strategies precisely, guaranteeing a powerful yet reliable laptop experience. Driven by HONOR's Spatial Audio Technology and AI computing power, the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 redefines audio excellence. This technology combines Spatial Reconstruction and Sound Quality Equalization to create a lifelike audio environment. Coupled with advanced AI algorithms, the Bidirectional-enhanced Microphone Design ensures superior sound capture and noise reduction in any conditions, perfect for scenarios like group meetings and interviews, enabling users to enjoy an elevated communication and collaboration experience.

Powered by the high-performance Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor 155H[16], the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 adopts heterogeneous cores, featuring six performance cores, eight efficient cores, and two low-power efficient cores that can turbo boost the device to 4.8GHz[17], allowing the laptop to handle demanding tasks while delivering excellent battery-saving multitasking performance efficiently. It showcases a twofold enhancement in GPU performance and a 70% boost in AI performance, making it a reliable choice for users seeking high-performance laptop experiences. Adding to its versatility, the laptop comes with multiple ports including Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and a 3.5mm Headphone/Mic jack, enhancing overall convenience and ensuring a seamless user experience. Moreover, housing a heterogeneous battery Design, the HONOR MagicBook Art 14 Series improves space utilization by 30%[18] while offering a robust 60Wh capacity that extends battery life for users.

HONOR MagicPad2: Perfect Integration of Productivity and Entertainment

The HONOR MagicPad2 stands out with its impressive slim design, boasting an ultra-thin 5.8mm body and weighing just 555g, making it the ideal companion for on-the-go use. It features a 12.3-inch HONOR Eye Comfort Display[19] with a 144Hz[20] screen refresh rate, creating a visually stunning experience with enhanced smoothness and responsiveness across various content. Additionally, holding dual TÜV certifications, the tablet ensures optimal eye care through advanced innovations such as AI Defocus Display, 4320Hz high-frequency PWM dimming[21], Circadian Night Display, and Dynamic Dimming functionalities.

The HONOR MagicPad2 excels not only visually but also in its audio experience. Paired with a large amplitude eight-speaker system with IMAX-enhanced certification, the HONOR MagicPad2 immerses users in cinematic audio-visual feasts anytime, anywhere on Disney+. By incorporating HONOR Spatial Audio Technology, the tablet features a widened sound field of 25%[22] compared to its forerunner, enriching the audio experience for all users.

The HONOR MagicPad 2 is powered by the Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, for premium experiences, including powerful on-device generative AI and hyper-realistic gaming. The massive 10050mAh battery serves as a powerful backup for work and entertainment, complemented by 66W fast charging technology for rapid charging and efficient power consumption, giving users peace of mind.

The HONOR MagicPad2 runs on the new MagicOS 8.0, which is based on user intent-based recognition and possesses powerful AI capabilities, bringing users an unprecedented intelligent magical experience. The Magic Portal feature can predict interaction needs and recognize intentions in advance, allowing users to generate schedules or more tasks with just a long press and drag. From Voice to Text to Handwriting Beautification and Formula Recognition capabilities, the AI-driven office tools further enhance the HONOR MagicPad 2's productivity, empowering users to achieve more in their daily endeavours.

HONOR Watch 5: Lightweight Design and Advanced Features

HONOR also introduced the HONOR Watch 5, a blend of modern technology and sleek design. Weighing 35g, it measures only 11mm in thickness, making it lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear. The 1.85-inch AMOLED colour display with a resolution of 390x450 pixels and 340 PPI supports full-screen touch operation, providing a vivid visual experience.

The HONOR Watch 5 features a Silicon-carbon battery, offering an impressive 15-day battery life with its 480mAh capacity. Powered by Turbo X AI Power Management, it ensures efficient energy use. This watch also tracks essential health metrics, including heart rate and SpO2 levels, helping users monitor their well-being in real time.

Colour and Pricing

Inspired by the wonders of the natural landscape, the HONOR Magic V3 is available in three stunning colourways [23]: Reddish Brown, Green and Black, starting at €1999.

Starting at €599, the HONOR MagicPad2 comes with two colour options: Moonlight White and Black[24].

For more information, please visit the HONOR online store at www.honor.com.

[1] Data from HONOR lab. 9.2mm refers to the thickness in the folded state. The overall thickness does not include the inner and outer screen protective films and the raised part of the camera, The actual data may vary depending on configurations, manufacturing processes and measurement methods. Please refer to the actual device.

[2] Data from HONOR labs.

[3] Data from HONOR labs.

[4] Data from HONOR labs.

[5]  With a round-corner design on the display, the diagonal length of the inner screen is 7.92 inches, and the diagonal length of the external screen is 6.43 inches when measured as a standard rectangle (the actual field of view is slightly smaller on both screens).

[6] This product is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment.

[7] The 4320Hz ultra-high frequency PWM dimming technology is TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free certified and achieves the risk-free dimming level. The testing standard for the TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free certification follows the correlation between the flicker risk level and the flicker frequency in the IEEE Std 1789-2015 standard, which defines the flicker-free level as when the dimming frequency is higher than 3125Hz. The phone is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment.

[8] The typical battery capacity is 5150mAh, and the rated battery capacity is 5050mAh.

[9] 66W HONOR SuperCharge means the maximum output power of the charger is 66W. The supported maximum wired charging power is 66W when going with the original SuperCharge charger. The actual charging power may vary depending on individual differences, user habits, and environmental factors. Please refer to the actual scenario.

[10] Need to purchase HONOR super fast charging wireless charger with a charging specification of not less than 50W. The actual charging power may vary depending on individual differences, user habits and environmental factors. Please refer to the actual scenario. 

[11] Data from HONOR labs. Actual weight may differ depending on the specific configuration. Please refer to the actual product. 

[12] Data from HONOR labs. The thickness here does not include the height of the foot pad.

[13] The resolution is measured as a standard rectangle; thus, the effective pixels are slightly less.

[14] Data from HONOR labs. The screen-to-body ratio data is measured based on the size of the screen's visible area to the screen size. Please refer to the actual product.

[15] The HONOR MagicBook Art 14  is equipped with 4320Hz PWM dimming technology, which is TÜV Rheinland flicker-free certified and reaches the risk-free dimming level. The test standard of TÜV Rheinland's flicker-free certification refers to the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Std 1789-2015 standard for the definition of the correlation between the flicker risk level and the flicker frequency: when the dimming frequency is higher than 3125Hz, it reaches the flicker-free hazard level. This product is not for medical use and does not have a therapeutic function.

[16] The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 also comes with the Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 125H version.

[17] Data from Intel®.

[18] Data from HONOR labs.

[19] Data from HONOR labs. With a rounded corners design on the display, the diagonal length of the screen is 12.3 inches when measured according to the standard rectangle. The actual viewable area is slightly smaller.

[20] The screen supports a maximum refresh rate of 144Hz, and the refresh rate may be varied slightly under different app interfaces and game quality. Please refer to your actual experience.

[21] The HONOR MagicPad2 is equipped with 4320HzPWM dimming technology, which is TÜV Rheinland flicker-free certified and reaches the risk-free dimming level. The test standard of TÜV Rheinland's flicker-free certification refers to the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Std 1789-2015 standard for the definition of the correlation between the flicker risk level and the flicker frequency: when the dimming frequency is higher than 3125Hz, it reaches the flicker-free hazard level. The phone is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment.

[22] Data from HONOR labs.

[23] Colour availability may vary by region.

[24] Colour availability may vary by region.

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Get Ready: HONOR Prepares Launch of the HONOR 200 Lite with AI Experiences @HonorAfrica

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The first to debut in the HONOR 200 Series range, this all-new smartphone introduces remarkable AI capabilities with Magic Portal.

The next big leap in smartphone technology is about to hit South African shores. Global technology brand HONOR has announced that it will unveil the latest marvel in its iconic Number Series – the new HONOR 200 Lite.

The eagerly anticipated release promises to redefine the mobile experience thanks to groundbreaking AI capabilities, stunning portrait photography, and an elegant, state-of-the-art, user-friendly design.

Remarkable Portrait Photography Capabilities

The HONOR 200 Lite boasts a powerful triple camera system, poised to excel in portrait photography. Fitted with a 108MP Main Camera, a Wide & Depth Camera, and a Macro Camera, the HONOR 200 Lite is explicitly crafted for portrait photography, offering three distinct portrait modes: Environmental Portrait, Atmospheric Portrait, and Close-up Portrait, giving users the flexibility to shoot with various focal lengths effortlessly.

And it’s not just the rear camera system. The HONOR 200 Lite features a 50MP Front Camera that stands out in diverse lighting conditions. Packed with a Selfie Light, the front camera brings artistic light effects, creating 3D portraits that bring users’ selfies to life.

AI-Empowered Magic Portal

Bringing flagship features to the Number Series, the HONOR 200 Lite is equipped with the AI-driven Magic Portal – a feature that was just recently introduced in the HONOR Magic Series. Drawing on HONOR’s Four-Layer Architecture of AI strategy, it utilises platform-level AI to harness advanced AI algorithms to understand user messages and actions, enabling seamless navigation to relevant apps. Magic Portal transforms how consumers use their smart devices – providing a smarter and more intuitive experience.

Ultra-Bright Display for Unmatched Visual Experience

Equipped with a 6.7-inch Eye-comfort AMOLED Display with ultra-slim bezels, the HONOR 200 Lite provides users with an immersive viewing experience. The peak HDR brightness of 2000 nits vividly renders colours, ensuring excellent visibility even in bright outdoor settings, making it easy for users to read messages, navigate, or view images anytime, anywhere.

Stylish Design with Enhanced Durability

The HONOR 200 Lite features an ultra-slim design that combines sleekness, convenience and durability, giving users a sturdy device with appealing aesthetics. With a thickness measuring just 6.78mm and a lightweight body weighing only 166g, the HONOR 200 Lite ensures ultimate portability throughout the day.

Adding to its appeal, the HONOR 200 Lite is crafted to withstand daily wear and tear, as certified by the SGS 5-star Drop Resistance for Overall Unit certification. Incorporating innovative structural technology, the HONOR 200 Lite is comprehensively protected from accidental drops from a height of 1.65 meters, providing peace of mind to users.

The upcoming launch of the HONOR 200 Lite will be a game changer for mid-range smartphones, which further entrenches HONOR’s commitment to innovation and pushing the boundaries of smartphone technology.

It is expected that HONOR will launch the HONOR 200 Lite in South Africa in the upcoming weeks.

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HONOR Debuts Magic V2 and Magic6 Pro - Redefining Smartphone Standards in South Africa

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The Magic Series devices are marked to set new standards for foldable and AI camera capabilities in the region.

Heralding a new era in smartphone technology, global technology brand HONOR, which was the fastest-growing smartphone brand in 2023 in South Africa, is gearing up to unveil its highly anticipated next-generation flagship models, the HONOR Magic V2 and Magic6 Pro, in the country.

These devices mark a significant leap forward in innovation, boasting cutting-edge features that promise to redefine industry standards in both foldable and AI technology.

Magic V2: Ultra-slim, Lightweight with Extra Power

The HONOR Magic V2 represents a remarkable achievement in foldable smartphones, addressing two major concerns among consumers: bulkiness and weight. Crowned as the thinnest and lightest inward-foldable smartphone to date, the Magic V2 sets a new benchmark in form factor innovation. Weighing in at a mere 231g and measuring just 9.9mm thick when folded, this device is a testament to HONOR's commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology.

Its super-light Titanium Hinge and proprietary steel frame ensure durability and has achieved a certification from Switzerland’s SGS guaranteeing reliability for over 400,000 folds across 10 years. Furthermore, the Magic V2 features an innovative ultra-thin dual Silicon-carbon Battery, averaging only 2.72mm in thickness - the average size of a credit card.

It enables longer usage times and rapid charging with 66W HONOR SuperCharge support. In a nod to sustainability, the Black variant of the smartphone offers a vegan leather back option, providing eco-conscious consumers with a stylish yet environmentally friendly choice.

The HONOR Magic V2 has set a challenging record for the industry to follow. This achievement is attributed to the meticulous refinement of product structure, continuous improvements of manufacturing processes, and premium selection of materials during its development.

Magic6 Pro: On-Device AI Camera Capability Gold

Meanwhile, the Magic6 Pro, recently launched globally, has the best on-device AI camera and represents a leap forward in AI-powered photography. Equipped with the upgraded HONOR Falcon Camera System, including a 50MP Wide camera, 50MP Ultra-wide camera, and 180MP Periscope Telephoto camera, the Magic6 Pro delivers stunning visual experiences. Its on-device AI camera capabilities leverage advanced technology to capture sports photography with unparalleled detail and precision.

With an extensive training dataset comprising 8,000,000 images, the Magic6 Pro effortlessly predicts and captures decisive moments in ultra-high definition, making it ideal for capturing fast-paced events such as sports competitions. Renowned French Fencer Cécilia Berder collaborated with HONOR to demonstrate the device's prowess in sports photography, showcasing its ability to capture lightning-fast movements with exceptional clarity.

The upcoming launch of the Magic Series in South Africa underscores HONOR's unwavering commitment to innovation and pushing the boundaries of smartphone technology. With the Magic V2 and Magic6 Pro, HONOR promises to deliver a transformative and unparalleled smartphone experience to users, setting new standards for excellence in the industry while also positioning itself as an authority.

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HONOR Announces HONOR 90 5G @HonorZA The AI-Powered Smartphone #SouthAfrica #Honor90 #ShareYourVibe

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The global technology brand HONOR has officially unveiled its latest device, the HONOR 90 5G, from the legendary HONOR N Series in South Africa under the theme “Share Your Vibe”. The all-new smartphone designed with the content creator in mind showcases HONOR's cutting-edge AI technology and best-in-class innovations, including a 200MP ultra-clear Camera, AI Vlog Master, 512GB large storage and 5000mAh battery.

The newly launched device is a testament to the brand’s commitment to advancing technology and living up to its brand ethos of “Go Beyond”.

200MP Ultra-Clear Camera for the Ultimate Photography Experience

The HONOR 90 showcases a powerful triple camera system, consisting of a 200MP Main Camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor for exceptional light capture and impressive low-light performance, complemented by a 12MP ultra-wide and macro camera with a wide field of view, and a 2MP Depth Camera for accurate distance estimation. This camera setup produces detailed photos with a high dynamic range.

The HONOR 90 5G also introduces a new Portrait Mode, delivering well-defined facial features, accurate skin tones, and a natural bokeh effect. Additionally, the HONOR 90 5G features a 50MP Front Camera that captures stunning selfies with exceptional detail, catering to the needs of content creators.

The camera on the HONOR 90 5G empowers users to effortlessly seize every moment, capturing fine details with precision. From stunning landscapes to intimate gatherings, this camera ensures exceptional clarity and vibrant colours.

Create Videos Easier than Ever with AI Vlog Master

HONOR 90 5G opens a world of endless possibilities by embracing AI technology in video creation and vlogging with the AI Vlog Master, which includes Instant Movie, AI Video Recommendation and AI Noise Reduction.

With Instant Movie, users can transform their footage into a captivating 15-second video clip, perfectly tailored for social media sharing. In just one second, your masterpiece is ready to be unleashed. Through AI Video Recommendation, the HONOR 90 5G analyses the scene and recommends the ideal video mode from five available modes, which include: Portrait Video, HDR Video, Close-up, Multi-video, and Solo Cut mode.

HONOR has also introduced the game-changing AI Noise Reduction feature, which utilises AI technology to remove background noise from videos. This ensures clear human voices without distractions from surrounding sounds, offering vloggers and video creators a hassle-free way to capture high-quality content.

Unrivaled Storage for Ease of Mind

The HONOR 90 5G boasts an enormous 512GB storage capacity, which allows users to store all their creative content without the fear of space depletion. What’s more, the HONOR 90 5G is equipped with HONOR RAM Turbo (12GB+7GB), an innovative technology that allocates part of the flash memory to RAM. This allows for a seamlessly smooth performance, designed for long-term use.

A Performance that Goes Beyond Bottom of Form

The HONOR 90 5G is the first HONOR N Series smartphone to run the latest HONOR MagicOS 7.1 based on Android 13 and supports Google Mobile Services (GMS). This advanced operating system offers a range of upgraded and customised features, providing users with a smarter and more convenient experience than ever before. The HONOR 90 is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen Accelerated Edition 5G 4nm processor, which provides exceptional performance and can handle even the most intensive and demanding tasks with ease.

Additionally, the HONOR 90 5G is packed with a large 5000mAh battery that can power the device for an entire day, making it ideal for all-day productivity. With its 66W HONOR SuperCharge technology, the HONOR 90 provides a fast-charging experience. Users can juice up the smartphone to 45% in just 15 minutes using the provided charger, allowing them to quickly power up their device and enjoy gaming, music, and video streaming while on the move.

The Revolutionary 0-Risk Eye-Comfort Display

HONOR has set a new standard in eye care technology with the HONOR 90 5G. This cutting-edge smartphone features the industry-first 0 Risk Eye-Comfort Display, incorporating the highest achieved 3840Hz PWM Dimming technology.

With the Dynamic Dimming Technology, Circadian Night Display and TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certification, HONOR aims to deliver an unparalleled eye care experience, leveraging cutting-edge innovations to set new benchmarks in the industry.

Knowing that our eyes often feel more comfortable in natural light conditions, the HONOR 90 uses dynamic light that resembles natural light rhythm to stimulate ciliary muscle movement through Dynamic Dimming. This innovative feature helps to alleviate eye fatigue by as much as 18% by increasing blood circulation in the ciliary muscle.

With its Circadian Night Display, the HONOR 90 5G automatically adjusts the display to warmer colours and reduces blue light, promoting melatonin secretion for improved sleep. This feature can increase melatonin levels by 20%, resulting in better sleep quality and longer sleep duration for users.

The HONOR 90 has received the TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, guaranteeing a flicker-free viewing experience even at lower brightness levels. It achieves a risk-free dimming level, making it perfect for today's content-hungry generation who spend prolonged hours viewing and watching on their smartphones.

As part of the HONOR 90 Series, HONOR has also revealed the HONOR 90 Lite 5G. This smartphone with a slim and elegant design features a rear 100MP triple camera system, 6.7-inch Edgeless Display, 13GB (8+5) RAM + 256 ROM storage.

The HONOR 90 5G will be available in two stunning colours in South Africa: Diamond Silver and Midnight Black. While The HONOR 90 Lite comes in Cyan Lake and Titanium Silver — all of which were inspired by the beauty of nature and designed for style–conscious users.

Pricing & Availability

The HONOR 90 5G is priced at R14,999 for 19GB (12+7) RAM+512GB ROM, which will be hard bundled with the HONOR Watch 4 for free, and valued at R3,499.

The HONOR 90 Lite 5G comes at a price of R7,999 for 13GB (8+5) RAM+256GB ROM, which will be hard bundled with the HONOR CHOICE Earbuds X5 for free.

The HONOR 90 and HONOR 90 Lite will be available at your nearest MTN, Telkom and Vodacom.

About HONOR

HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enables people to become a better version of themselves.

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10 Years of www.TheLifesWay.com #TheLifesWay #BlogAnniversary #10YearsofTheLifesWay

Hi Friends, 

10 years is a mark that you think will change something but it's not like that as it's just your ego making mental challenges. I never thought that I will one day reach this point but I started The Life's Way only to carry on till the end of my life. I don't know if anyone will take it afterwards but it's a one-person effort, time, money and investment. I could never grow the same and it still is where it is as a one-person blog. 

In 2022, I changed my pivot to not waste time on brands that are not valuing me but rather than expectations in my mind and heart for them to recognise and send me their products or services. But this kind of mentality needs to be corrected so it's always better to set your expectations at the start of your services for the other brand. I think I have done enough in the last 10 years for hundreds of brands that made full use of me without any benefits in return. I don't blame them but it was me who never told me what I expect in return at the start of the partnership. It was rather a one-sided affair as I kept promoting them. 

During 2022, I deleted all the posts that don't serve my readers so the count has come down from 2500 posts that were for 9 years of The Life's Way to this one which is going to be 2050 or near that. I also spent more time reading and listening to books. I walked more than 1000 kilometres in 2022 instead of sitting in front of my laptop and the internet to post press releases for free or any trade exchanges or any kinds of benefits whatsoever. It's better to invest in your attitude, mental peace and learning. 

The Life's Way achieved 3.85 Million pageviews in 2022 despite spending very less time and reducing the number of posts and press releases. I am not so sure how much I will cross but based on the run rate I think I will be around 4.25 Million pageviews by 27-Dec-2023 the target that I have set for myself is around 5 Million. It's not going to be an easy task to get more than 1 Million pageviews in a single year and also I am thinking of migrating from Blogger to WordPress if possible. 

Coming back to the achievements during the course of the 10th year of The Life's Way - I did some of the paid assignments with theSalt influencer marketing company that really helped me earn some money along with some free products as well. I did a campaign for Webfluential as well along with one for the Vodacom Pay contest from YouTube Shorts and also for the Evetech Creator contest. The Salt ones fetched me some cash which really helped me buy all the stuff I bought in 2022. I spent much more than I earned in 2022 as I am thinking about it now. 

The best thing that happened in 2022 was the coming together of my brother's family and my parents all coming together to South Africa and we went to Kruger National Park for a 4 nights trip which was amazing. Then I went again to Hermanus to see the whales that were also on my wish list for many years. Then to end the year, I went to Mauritius which was my first international trip for more than 15 days on an island. All these trips were self-paid and not sponsored as some influencers thought and were jealous about. There is nothing to be jealous of as I paid for all these trips myself only the cameras to take pictures with were given for review and taken back after the completion of the trip. 

I focused mainly on YouTube channels creating long-form videos and Shorts and both took me in different directions. Long-form videos got me into the YouTube Partner programme after completing 1000 subscribers and 4000 hours of watch time in a single year. The YouTube Shorts took me into the Shorts Community by virtue of which I attended my first ever YouTube live events in person and virtually and received a lot of YouTube swag to enjoy as well. I also received my first YouTube payment too and which was USD 121 in the month of Nov-22. 

I did a lot of unboxing videos along with stationery videos and 100s of shorts. In total, I did around 159 long-form videos and 323 Shorts in 2022. My biggest dream came true was meeting Cycle Baba that I dreamed of in 2021 when I came to know that he is going to come to Africa. I met him on April 22 and shot a small interview video with him as well. 

I also completed 42 years of Hanuman Chalisa which was a dream work I wanted to do for many many years now and I could complete it before my birthday on July 22. I could finish the same in May or Jun-22 which was a month before the target time I allocated. It left me to focus on the walks and audiobooks. 

The products that were on my dream list that I shared were not fulfilled at all. I didn't get an Apple Macbook or DJI Gimbal or Canon EOSM 22mm lens. My father though gifted me Apple Earpods with wireless charging (2nd edition) that my brother gifted him. My brother also gave me his 7th generation Kindle Paperwhite I am enjoying it a lot and spent a lot of time reading books. I did buy certain products that I always wanted to own like RGB Headset stand, Monitor Arm. After buying them I felt good but not using them any longer as it hurts your eyes when you are sitting right on top of them. So all the RGB lighting that looks great on videos and images is just torture and stressful for your eyes for sure especially for me as I wear glasses so it gets a lot of reflections. 

This year I focused more on buying my own stuff rather than winning the same as I have been doing over the years. This is the year where my expenses rose more than my income from The Life's Way. I bought a lot of Pilot and Lamy Fountain Pens along with a lot of online courses from Skillshare, Udemy and other platforms like getAbstract. I did get some new kinds of opportunities this year where I went to a lot of conferences and in-person sessions. It did fetch me some special gifts that I never expected and showcased to you on my YouTube channel as well. 

I have not moved to another smartphone and still using the same ones (Note 20 and Z Flip3) as I was at the end of 2021 so nothing has changed much this time around. I did review some of the smartphones from Huawei, Honor, Nokia, Vivo, TCL and Samsung including some tablets as well. Those all were great phones but they went back as they came for a review period of 14 days or so. TCL phone people got really interested when I posted the unboxing video on my YouTube channel. 

The main focus remained on getting more and more Youtube videos and shorts and the blog took a little bit of beating due to the same. I kept making a lot of blog posts in my mind but the actual typing of those words never happened. It's still happening and I do think about all the posts in terms of storytelling but the words never get typed and directly go into videos if that happens. 

I am not sure what 2023 will bring for me but I hopefully want to change my mindset towards wealth and growth. I want to take risks in my job, career and money. I want to grow my channel to reach 100k subscribers on Youtube and the blog to cross 5 Million pageviews as told earlier. I will do my own thing and if I can align with some brands I will do it else just live my life on my own terms. 

Aum Namah Shivay!

Till next time...Aashish 

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Rewriting the Rules of All-Rounder Smartphone @HonorAfrica #HONORX9a

Hi Guys, 

The newest powerhouse comes with advanced upgrades across display, battery, and performance

The global technology brand HONOR started 2023 by launching one of the most highly anticipated smartphones from the X Series, HONOR X9a. The all-new smartphone embodies the pinnacle of innovations and advanced features in its grade at a pocket-friendly price. From the toughest glass display in the market, a long-lasting battery, smooth user experience, to the extremely compact & premium design, HONOR X9a has all the qualities of an all-rounder smartphone.

Exceptional Display by All Means

Starting with screen durability, the HONOR X9a comes with a sturdy screen made of Deeply Reinforced Glass with a thickness of 0.65mm, which is higher than the industry average for smartphone screen thickness which is approximately 0.55mm only. The screen showed an extremely high capability to withstand accidental drops without any cracks or scratches.

The HONOR X9a supports a refresh rate of 120Hz, promising high screen response speeds to deliver an unmatched experience while watching, browsing the web or gaming with less input lag.

HONOR X9a also packs a huge 6.67-inch 45-degree OLED Curved Display giving users a large amount of space for watching and playing on a wider screen, the display supports a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels, up to 1.07 billion colours and display brightness of up to 800 nits, the HONOR X9a delivers stunning visuals in crisp detail no matter the ambient lighting conditions.

In addition, HONOR X9a offers a safer and more comfortable reading and viewing experience even when spending long hours on the smartphone. The newly launched HONOR X9a comes with a raft of enhanced eye comfort solutions including the industry-leading 1920Hz PWM Dimming technology, a TÜV Rheinland certified display and Eye Comfort Mode to alleviate eye strain and fatigue.

Durable Battery in a Compact Device

HONOR X9a features an ultra-large 5100mAh battery packed in an exceptionally slim and compact body. With this combination, HONOR X9a is considered the thinnest and lightest smartphone to feature a battery larger than 5000mAh so far. Armed with a 5100mAh battery, the HONOR X9a ensures worry-free use for over 2 days on a single charge.

With just 30 minutes of charging, the HONOR X9a can deliver up to 12.5 hours of watching, sparing users from having to worry about their battery. When it needs a power boost, the 40W HONOR SuperCharge makes fueling up the battery a quick affair.

Keep All Your Favorites, and Never Compromise

Keep all your favourite content in one place with the all-new HONOR X9a. it comes with built-in 256GB storage and expandable storage of up to 1TB microSD which ensures consumers have more space allowing them to save all their wonderful moments and download their best-loved applications with no need to compromise and delete any of their loved content.

Iconic Design with a Premium Look and Feel

Featuring an iconic symmetrical design, HONOR X9a adopts the same exquisite circular camera layout as HONOR’s flagship Magic Series line-up. Crafted with three processes, the Titanium Silver colour captures the vibrant hues of the sky while giving the HONOR X9a a silky-smooth texture.

At the bottom, the base colour layer lays the foundation with an azure background. The middle coating adds an iridescent quality.

Topping it off, the matte texture adds a hazy effect that plays with the light bouncing off the back of the device to create a truly unique and stunning look.

The elegant Emerald Green colourway is inspired by rays of sunlight twinkling over a long lush green mountain range, while Midnight Black resembles the tranquil night sky; a classic colourway that never goes out of style.

Price and availability

The new HONOR X9a – 256GB version will be available in the South African markets at Telkom starting from the 1st of February at ZAR 11,999 and from the 7th of February at Vodacom. Upon purchase, consumers will get a gift including HONOR CHOICE Earbuds X3 Lite worth ZAR 1,499.

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