In the official Honor store on JD.com, pre-orders have begun for the new smartphone Honor Magic 8 Pro Air. At the same time, the release date of the device became known-it will happen on January 19.
The smartphone embodies the philosophy of “Pro in the Air”-maximum possible features in minimal dimensions. The smartphone will have a body thickness of just 6.3 mm, and the device weighs 158 grams. Inside, according to preliminary data, it will house a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC, a pro-level camera with a 1/1.3-inch optical format sensor, a 5500 mAh battery with support for 80-watt charging. The screen diagonal will be 6.31 inches, with flash memory options of 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB.
Honor’s latest innovations also focus on ensuring the smoothest user experience, incorporating advanced AI features for photography and battery management. According to market analysts, this release could mark a significant leap for Honor in the global smartphone competition, emphasizing ultrathin design without compromising on power.
Experts have noted that the inclusion of the Dimensity 9500 SoC places the Magic 8 Pro Air in direct competition with other flagship smartphones boasting similar tech prowess, potentially reshaping consumer expectations for what ultrathin devices can offer. As trends highlight a growing demand for lightweight, powerful smartphones, Honor’s strategic enhancements with the Magic 8 Pro Air aim to capture a significant market share.
