Honor has unveiled its latest flagship foldable smartphone, the Honor Magic V3, in China on July 12. This innovative device features a book-style design and introduces several enhancements over its predecessor, including a 120Hz LTPO OLED display, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, and 66W fast charging. The launch also included the Magic Vs3, forming part of the new Magic V3 series. The Honor Magic V3 is equipped with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities that enhance both its camera system and user experience.
Pricing and Availability
The Honor Magic V3 is available in three storage configurations:
- 12GB + 256GB: CNY 8,999 (approximately Rs. 1,04,000)
- 12GB + 512GB: CNY 9,999 (approximately Rs. 1,15,000)
- 16GB + 1TB: CNY 10,999 (approximately Rs. 1,27,000)
Consumers in China can purchase the device starting July 19, with color options including black, green, red, and white.
Specifications and Features
Display:
- Primary: 7.92-inch full HD+ LTPO OLED, 2,344 x 2,156 pixels
- Cover: 6.43-inch LTPO OLED, 2,376 x 1,060 pixels Both displays support 4320Hz pulse width modulation (PWM) for eye protection, stylus input, and peak brightness of up to 5,000 nits.
Performance:
- Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- RAM: Up to 16GB LPDDR5x
- Storage: Up to 512GB UFS 4.0
- Operating System: MagicOS 8.0.1 based on Android 14
- Additional: Honor’s proprietary RF chip C1+
Camera:
- Rear: Triple setup featuring a 50MP primary camera with OIS, a 50MP periscope lens, and a 40MP ultra-wide camera
- Front: 40MP wide-angle selfie camera The camera system is enhanced with AI features, including AI Motion Sensing for improved photography.
Battery and Charging:
- Battery: 5,150mAh Silicon Carbon
- Charging: 66W wired and 50W wireless fast charging
Connectivity:
- Dual-SIM with 5G
- Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth 5.3
- OTG
- USB Type-C port
- Navigation: BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, and A-GPS
Design and Durability:
- Weight: 226g (leather variant), 230g (glass variant)
- Water and Dust Resistance: IPX8 rating
- AI defocus technology showcased at MWC Shanghai
The Honor Magic V3 is poised to set new standards in the foldable smartphone market with its blend of advanced technology, robust performance, and stylish design. As it hits the shelves, it will be interesting to see how it competes against other premium devices in the industry.
