Honor has begun rolling out a new MagicOS update for its Magic 8 series smartphones in China. Labeled MagicOS 10.0.0.122, the update brings a mix of AI-driven features, usability improvements, and system optimizations. Among all, the feature that stands out is the new eye-tracking page turning.

As the name implies, the feature is designed to make reading on the phone more hands-free. Once enabled, the system can automatically turn pages as it detects the user’s eye movement, reducing the need for touch input. 

It is a more immersive way of reading on your phone, particularly when reading sessions are long or in situations where using your hands is inconvenient. The feature can be accessed through Settings > Honor AI & YOYO > Eye Tracking > Eye-tracking Page Turning.

Rest of the update

The update also brings meaningful improvements to screen recording. Honor has added a Clean Screen Recording mode that allows users to record their screens without capturing banner notifications, status bars, or animated icons. 

In addition, the Magic 8 series now supports simultaneous call and screen recording, allowing users to start or continue screen recording during calls. And if you’re wondering, Honor made it clear that call audio and content are excluded from recordings.

Honor has also refreshed its Tips and Tricks app for the Magic 8 series. It now has a redesigned interface with expanded content to help users better understand device features and usage techniques.

On the system side, the Communication Control Center now includes motion rebound animations when expanding or collapsing WLAN, Bluetooth, and media cards, adding subtle visual polish. Battery life has also been optimized for certain scenarios, while scrolling performance has been improved in applications such as the home screen and China’s 12306 railway ticketing app.

Finally, the update addresses overall system smoothness and stability, fixing lag in specific situations and reducing third-party app crashes and unresponsiveness. 

The update is 790MB in size.

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After weeks of rumors, leaks, and official teasers, Honor‘s latest generation of flagship smartphones has finally made their debut in China. The Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro pack cutting edge technology, high end camera systems, and a sleek design. So here’s everything you need to know about the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powered smartphone.

Design and Display

The Chinese brand has just announced the Magic 8 series with minimal changes to the design over its predecessor. While the look seems familiar to the Magic 7 lineup, the Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro are getting a more polished design. The rear has a large circular camera island with rounded corners on the edge. Both models arrive in multiple color options.

The base model gets Rising Sun Gold, Celadon Gaze, Snowy White, and Velvet Black, while the Magic 8 Pro arrives in Azure Blue, Snow White, and Velvet Black. You also get an IP68 + IP69 + IP69K rating for water and dust resistance on the new lineup. Honor’s Magic 8 measures just 7.95mm thick and weighs around 205 grams, while the Magic 8 Pro measures 8.32mm thick and weighs around 219 grams. The Magic 8 series also adds a new button to the frame, which acts as a dedicated key for AI. Long pressing this key brings up Honor’s proprietary version of Gemini Live called YOYO Video Call.

On the front, the standard Magic 8 is closer to a compact flagship thanks to its 6.58-inch LTPO OLED display that has an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 6000 nits of peak brightness, 1.18mm uniform ultra thin bezels and 4,320Hz PWM dimming.

Meanwhile, the Magic 8 Pro sports a taller 6.71-inch quad curved LTPO OLED panel with a 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, 6000 nits of peak brightness, 4,320Hz PWM dimming, Honor Giant Rhino Glass for protection, and 1.18mm uniform bezels on all four sides. The duo houses a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for security.

Specifications

Following the Xiaomi 17 series, Honor is the next in line to feature Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. This makes it one of the fastest Android smartphones in the market right now. The chip is paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage.

Under the hood, a massive 7,000mAh battery pack powers the vanilla model that supports 90W wired fast charging and 80W wireless fast charging. On the other hand, the Magic 8 Pro has an even larger 7,200mAh cell with support for faster 100W wired and 80W wireless charging speeds. Out of the box, both models run on the Android 16 OS based MagicOS 10 custom skin. Other notable features include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, and more.

Camera

Honor’s flagship Magic 8 Pro offers a triple camera setup on the rear that includes a 50MP (Main, 1/1.31-inch, f/1.6) + 200MP (Telephoto, 1/1.4-inch, 3.7x optical zoom) + 50MP (Ultrawide) setup. This model has also achieved CIPA level 5.5, bringing improved clarity and sharper images from its telephoto camera. It is coupled with a new AIMAGE Honor Nox Engine for 10 times more clarity.

Rounding off the camera setup, there is a 3D depth sensor on the rear and a 50MP selfie shooter on the front. The base Magic 8 gets a 50MP (Main, 1/1.56-inch, f/1.9) + 64MP (Periscope Telephoto, 3x optical zoom, f/2.5) + 50MP (Ultrawide, f/2.0) camera system on the back. On the front, you get a 50MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

Pricing

The Honor Magic 8 series was just released in multiple storage configurations, so here are the pricing details:

Honor Magic 8 Pro

• 12GB + 256GB – 4,499 Yuan (~$630)
• 12GB + 512GB – 4,799 Yuan (~$672)
• 16GB + 512GB – 4,999 Yuan (~$700)
• 16GB + 1TB – 5,499 Yuan (~$728)

Honor Magic 8 Pro

• 12GB + 256GB – 5,699 Yuan (~$798)
• 12GB + 512GB – 5,999 Yuan (~$840)
• 16GB + 512GB – 6,199 Yuan (~$868)
• 16GB + 1TB – 6,699 Yuan (~$938)

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Honor is gearing up to launch the Honor Magic 8 series alongside the MagicPad 3 Pro tablet on October 15 in China. Over the past few weeks, several details have surfaced about the new devices, hinting at a major leap in performance and design. Now, a fresh leak shared by tipster Digital Chat Station (DCS) appears to have revealed the complete specifications of the upcoming Honor Magic 8, giving enthusiasts a detailed preview ahead of the official unveiling.

Honor Magic 8 specifications (rumored)

According to the leak, the Honor Magic 8 will feature a 6.58-inch 1.5K LTPO wide-angle flat display supporting a 120Hz refresh rate and 4320Hz PWM dimming for smoother visuals and reduced flicker. The device will run on MagicOS 10-based Android 16.

The device will have a 50-megapixel front camera, while the rear camera setup will include a 50-megapixel f/1.9 main sensor (1/1.56-inch size), a 50-megapixel f/2.0 ultra-wide lens, and a 64-megapixel f/2.5 periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom.

Powering the device will be the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with up to 1TB of storage. The phone is expected to pack a 7,000mAh battery with support for 90W wired and 80W wireless charging, which should offer excellent endurance.

Other highlights include a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, IP68/IP69/IP69K dust and water resistance, a metal frame with a glass back, and a dedicated camera button. The handset will also feature dual 1216 speakers and Beidou satellite messaging support.

Expected pricing and colour options

The Honor Magic 8 will measure 7.95mm in thickness and weigh around 205 grams.  As per a previous leak, the phone will arrive in black, white, gold, and blue color variants.

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Honor’s upcoming Magic 8 series launch is right around the corner. But just ahead of the official release, the Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro just had their battery specs revealed, and it seems that the smartphones might offer super long battery life.

Honor’s Next Flagships to Feature up to 7,200 mAh Batteries

The Chinese smartphone maker just confirmed in a fresh teaser that the Magic 8 Pro will be powered by a huge 7,200mAh battery pack. Meanwhile, the standard Magic 8 is expected to house a large 7,000mAh cell. Apart from the battery capacity, the recent teasers also revealed that the Magic 8 lineup will offer the industry’s widest OTA coverage. Honor claims that this upgrade uses AI for better coverage and even reduces power consumption by around 13 percent.

Based on a recent leak, the Honor Magic 8 will measure just 7.9mm thin and weigh around 205 grams. It will feature 90W wired and 80W wireless charging. For photography, the rear has a 50MP (Main) + 200MP (Telephoto) + 50MP (Ultrawide) camera setup, while the front houses a 50MP selfie shooter. This model could sport a 6.58-inch flat OLED display offering 1.5K resolution.

On the other hand, the Honor Magic 8 Pro will reportedly measure 8.3mm thick and weigh around 219 grams. The rear has a 50MP (Main) + 200MP (Telephoto) + 50MP (Ultrawide) setup. On the front, you get a 6.71-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 50MP selfie camera. It also supports faster 120W wired fast charging and 80W wireless fast charging. Other notable features for both models include Android 16 OS based MagicOS 10 custom skin out of the box, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and more.

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On Oct. 15, Honor will unveil the Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro smartphones in China. Recently, tipster Bald Panda shared key details of both devices, though there were inconsistencies in the information regarding the base model’s periscope camera and wireless charging support. The tipster has now released an updated post on Weibo, revealing what appear to be the corrected specifications for both models

Honor Magic 8 specifications (rumored)

According to the latest leak, the Honor Magic 8 will measure 157 x 74 x 7.9mm and weigh around 205 grams. It will be powered by a 7,000mAh battery supporting 90W wired and 80W wireless charging

For optics, the Magic 8 will feature a 50-megapixel selfie camera on the front. Its rear camera setup will include a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, which, according to other reports, may use the OmniVision OV64B sensor.

The device is said to sport a 6.58-inch flat OLED display offering 1.5K resolution, and it will run on MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.

Honor Magic 8 Pro specifications (rumored)

The Honor Magic 8 Pro is reported to measure 161 x 75 x 8.3mm and weigh about 219 grams. It will be equipped with a larger 7,200mAh battery, offering 120W wired and 80W wireless charging support.

For cameras, it will feature a 50-megapixel front-facing sensor. On the rear, the setup will include a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto sensor, positioning it as a strong contender in photography.

The Magic 8 Pro will come with a 6.71-inch micro-quad-curved OLED display supporting 1.5K resolution and will also run MagicOS 10-based Android 16.

Both models are expected to launch in black, white, gold, and blue colr options. For those who don’t know, both phones will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

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Honor has officially confirmed that it will launch the Magic 8 series on October 15 in China, alongside a few other new devices. The upcoming lineup includes the Honor Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro, both running the company’s new MagicOS 10, which is based on Android 16.

The event isn’t just about phones. Honor also plans to unveil the MagicPad 3, MagicPad 3 Pro, Magic Watch 5 Pro, and a new pair of Earbuds 4, all launching on the same day. 

Among these, the MagicPad 3 Pro will make headlines as the first tablet powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. This is the same flagship processor that will also power the Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro. The regular MagicPad 3, meanwhile, is rumored to feature last-gen Snapdragon 8 Elite chip.

What to expect?

Getting back to the phones, the Honor Magic 8 Pro will feature a 6.7-inch micro-quad-curved OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.

It could pack a 7,200mAh battery with support for 120W wired and 80W wireless fast charging. On the back, the Pro model may carry a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, also with optical stabilization. A 50-megapixel selfie camera is expected up front. The phone will come in Rising Sun Gold, Azure, Snow White, and Velvet Black finishes.

The standard Magic 8 is rumored to offer a 6.58-inch flat display with the same 1.5K resolution, paired with a 7,000mAh battery and 90W fast charging. It likely skips wireless charging but might keep a similar camera setup with 50-megapixel primary, 50-megapixel ultra-wide, and 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens.

Color options for the Magic 8 may include black, white, light blue, and gold.

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Honor is expected to unveil the Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro smartphones on Oct. 15 in China, both powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Fresh leaks indicate that the two models will share similarities in their camera systems but will stand apart in terms of displays, battery capacity and charging technology. Here is an overview of the rumored specifications of both devices.

Honor Magic 8 specifications (rumored)

The base Magic 8 is expected to sport a 6.58-inch flat display with 1.5K resolution. It could include a 7,000mAh battery with 90W wired charging, but unlike the Pro edition, it is not expected to support wireless charging.

The rear camera system is tipped to combine a 50-megapixel lens, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto unit, along with a red maple camera sensor. For those who don’t know, the red maple camera sensor is a multispectral or spectral-color imaging sensor intended to improve color accuracy, especially under varying lighting conditions. On the front, the phone may carry a 50-megapixel selfie camera. Color choices for this model are expected to include black, white, light blue and gold.

Honor Magic 8 Pro specifications (rumored)

The Honor Magic 8 Pro is said to feature a 6.71-inch micro-quad-curved screen with 1.5K resolution. Powering it could be a 7,200mAh battery paired with 120W wired and 80W wireless charging.

The rear setup is expected to include a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide, a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens and the distinctive red maple colour sensor. A 50-megapixel selfie camera is also likely on the front.

The Magic 8 Pro is said to weigh around 222 grams, but the company is likely to advertise a lower value. It is tipped to arrive in black, white and blue finishes, though its availability in gold is still uncertain.

Apart from the Magic 8 series, Honor is also expected to launch the MagicPad 3 Pro tablet. This flagship device is said to include the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a 13.3-inch LCD screen with 3.2K resolution and 165Hz refresh rate, and a sizeable 12,450mAh battery.

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The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is barely out of the gate, and the first benchmark battles are already heating up. Xiaomi was first to market with the new 3nm chip inside its 17 series, but Honor is wasting no time trying to claim the upper hand. Early numbers from the upcoming Magic 8 suggest it may already have an edge over the Xiaomi 17 Pro.

Honor’s product manager Li Kun shared a Weibo post showing the Magic 8’s AnTuTu V11 score: 4,166,339. That’s notably higher than the Xiaomi 17 Pro’s 3,749,435. A closer look at the breakdown shows Honor leading across the board—CPU (1,213,845 vs. 1,053,385), GPU (1,468,351 vs. 1,332,311), memory (570,553 vs. 529,807), and UX (913,590 vs. 833,932). On paper, that’s about an 11% advantage.

Of course, raw numbers only tell part of the story. The Magic 8 dropped 7% battery during the run, while the 17 Pro only lost 2%. This difference in battery consumption isn’t too surprising. The 17 Pro was tested at over 90% charge, and Xiaomi phones often drop more slowly at higher levels—likely a quirk in how the battery percentage is reported. Thermal behavior was also mixed—the Magic 8 gained 13°C as compared to 20°C of the Xiaomi 17 Pro.

Both phones have more than just performance to prove. The Xiaomi 17 Pro brings Leica-backed cameras and a unique 2.7-inch rear display, while Honor is teasing a 200MP telephoto sensor on the Magic 8 Pro with sample images already circulating online.

With Honor’s Magic 8 series set to debut in October, the early lead in benchmarks adds fuel to an already interesting rivalry. Xiaomi may have been first to launch with Qualcomm’s new chip, but Honor looks determined to show it can tune the hardware even better.

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Honor is getting ready to launch its next flagship lineup, the Magic 8 series, and we’re finally getting a clear look at what the phones will bring. Fresh live images shared by the company reveal the front of the device, following earlier leaks that showed off its back design.

At first glance, the Honor Magic 8 doesn’t stray too far from last year’s Magic 7. The most noticeable is the flat display with large rounded corners, or what Honor calls an R-angle flat screen. 

Paired with a new right-angled middle frame, the device looks slimmer and sharper than its predecessor. On the back, it retains a familiar circular camera island housing four cutouts. It’s likely three lenses plus a depth sensor, though Honor hasn’t detailed exact specs yet. What we do know is that Honor is testing a new 200-megapixel telephoto camera for Magic 8 Pro.

The front of the standard Magic 8 shows a single punch-hole selfie camera, while the Magic 8 Pro is expected to also feature a pill-shaped cutout to enable 3D face recognition. 

Another subtle but important addition is a brand-new button placed below the power key. Honor says this isn’t a camera shutter but rather a dedicated AI button. Its full functions aren’t clear yet, but it will likely tie into the company’s growing suite of AI tools, including features like Magic Color, AI retouching, and one-tap photo expansion.

Inside, the Magic 8 series will be among the first phones to ship with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, unveiled this week at Qualcomm’s annual summit. The chip promises faster performance, improved efficiency, and enhanced on-device AI processing, which aligns neatly with Honor’s AI strategy.

The Magic 8 series will officially debut in China on October 15th, alongside the MagicPad 3 Pro. The device might go global early next year.

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Honor‘s upcoming flagship smartphones and tablets have just surfaced in a fresh leak, revealing their launch date. The Magic 8 series and MagicPad 3 Pro are expected to debut next month, so here’s everything we know so far.

Honor Magic 8 Series & MagicPad 3 Pro Leaked for Mid-October Launch

The latest rumor arrives from tipster Fixed Focus Digital, who shared the details on Weibo. Honor is reportedly planning on releasing the Magic 8 series and the MagicPad 3 Pro in the brand’s home market on 15th October 2025. That’s not all, there are other products also launching alongside these high end smartphones and tablets, including a new pair of truly wireless earbuds (EarBuds 4?) and the Honor Watch 5 Pro. To recall, the Honor Magic 8, Magic 8 Pro, and Magic 8 Mini will debut with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC.

Apart from the powerful chip and cutting edge specs, the company is focusing on bringing more advanced AI powered features in the Magic 8 series. These will likely include deeper AI integration for more useful tools and help improve the zoomed pictures from the 200MP periscore telephoto shooter on the rear. Based on earlier reports, the Magic 8 Pro could also be the only Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powered chipset that features 3D Face ID technology.

The large 200MP zoom lens is expected paired with a large 50MP 1/1.3-inch main camera and 50MP ultra wide angle shooter. This model may be powered by a massive 7,000mAh battery pack, which may support 80W wired fast charging. On the other hand, the MagicPad 3 Pro was recently teased, and it will likely feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

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Vivo, Oppo, Xiaomi, and Red Magic have started teasing the next-generation flagship phones. Honor has also joined the bandwagon by today teasing the arrival of the Honor Magic 8 series. Honor’s Flagship Series Product Manager Li Kun has hinted that the Honor Magic 8 Pro will be the next 200-megapixel telephoto camera king

Honor Magic 8 Pro to feature 200MP periscope telephoto camera

As can be seen, Li Kun has said that Honor’s 200-megapixel telephoto camera king will be available soon. This Weibo post was released after reliable tipster Digital Chat Station shared following details about the Honor Magic 8 series, which is expected to break cover in October in China.

According to the source, the camera module of the Honor Magic 8 series will continue to be centrally aligned, although the flash placement has been altered compared to the previous generation. The setup includes a dToF sensor for depth measurement and an additional small, unidentified sensor, which remains undisclosed for now. The module itself is large, signalling significant upgrades, particularly for the Pro variant.

He added that the Honor Magic 8 Pro is tipped to feature a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera backed by a large sensor. The tipster noted that three brands this year are expected to adopt similar high-resolution telephoto lenses, placing Honor in direct competition with rivals. The main sensor’s base size is said to match that of Vivo’s latest Pro flagship, making it clear that Honor intends to challenge its competitor directly in imaging performance.

In terms of design, the prototype shows colour options including a classic black-and-white combination, along with a newly introduced glazed finish that adds a premium look. The comparison between Vivo and Honor is already being set up by enthusiasts, with October expected to reveal which company’s image tuning proves more effective.

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Honor is preparing a packed lineup of smartphones for the closing months of 2025. Reports have revealed that the Magic 8 lineup will be unveiled in October. The GT 2 series is expected to launch after the Magic 8 series in China. Now, a new leak claims that the Honor 500 series has also been planned for this year.

Honor 500, 500 Pro key specs, launch timeline (rumored)

In June 2025, Honor unveiled the Honor 400 and 400 Pro in China. These devices are different from their global versions. The Chinese variants came with a 6.55-inch display and a 200-megapixel primary camera. According to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, two devices under the Honor 500 series are tipped to debut by the end of 2025.

While the exact names were not mentioned, they are expected to launch as the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro. The new models are said to carry forward the design approach of their predecessors with an iPhone-inspired appearance. The Honor 500 lineup will focus on being slim and lightweight while still being camera-centric, featuring a 6.5-inch display and a new 200-megapixel main sensor. As far as launch is concerned, it may debut in December this year.

Honor GT 2 series display size revealed (rumored)

DCS has mentioned in the same leak that the Honor GT 2 prototypes are equipped with a large 6.83-inch screen. He added that performance will be the main highlight, paired with a large-capacity battery.

Previous leaks suggest that the GT 2 could be powered by either the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 or Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, while the GT 2 Pro may house the newer Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. According to a recent report, the standard GT 2 may arrive with an 8,800mAh battery, up to 24GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage.

Honor Power 2 launch timeframe (rumored)

DCS revealed in the comments section of the same post that the Honor Power 2 is tentatively scheduled to launch in Q1 2026, with an invincible battery. As per reports, the Honor Power 2 will arrive with a 6.79-inch display, Dimensity 8500 chipset, and an enormous 10,000mAh battery.

In the original leak, the tipster mentioned that the brand is also working on compact tablets, but he did not share more details about them.

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Honor’s next round of flagship phones might arrive a little sooner than expected. According to a new leak from tipster Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo, the company is preparing to launch the Magic 8 lineup in mid-October.

That would put it a few weeks ahead of last year’s Magic 7 series, which debuted in late October before going on sale in early November 2024.

The Magic 8 series is rumored to include several models this year. In October, we may see the launch of the standard Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro, while a smaller Magic 8 Mini and a high-end Magic 8 Ultra could follow in early 2026.

What to expect?

According to previous leaks, the Magic 8 and 8 Pro will feature OLED displays measuring around 6.6 and 6.7 inches, respectively. 

Both phones will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset, have support for wireless charging, and ultrasonic under-display fingerprint scanners. The devices are also expected to feature larger batteries than their predecessors. 

The Magic 8 Pro, in particular, may come with a 7000mAh cell and support for 90W wired charging.

The Magic 8 Mini, meanwhile, is said to take a different approach. It’s rumored to use MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chip, paired with a smaller 6.3-inch screen and a slimmer overall design. 

As for the Magic 8 Ultra, it is expected to feature dual 200-megapixel cameras, one for the main sensor and another for a periscope telephoto lens. It will also run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip and may share features with the Magic 8 Pro, such as charging and display technology.

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Honor launched the Honor Magic 7 series as one of the first Snapdragon 8 Elite phones last year. The same is expected this year, as reports have claimed that the Magic 8 lineup featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 will be unveiled in October. Ahead of the expected launch, new Honor phones believed to be part of the Magic 8 lineup have received 3C certification in China.

Honor Magic 8 series phones bag 3C certification

As can be seen above, two Honor smartphones bearing the model numbers BKQ-AN00 and BKQ-AN80 have received 3C certification in China. These devices have been spotted with a 90W fast charger. Notably, the BKQ-AN80 version is listed with only BeiDou positioning support, meaning it may not include other satellite navigation systems such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC, or A-GNSS.

Honor Magic 8 series rumors

According to reports, the Honor Magic 8 lineup will comprise multiple models, such as the Magic 8, Magic 8 Pro, Magic 8 Mini, and Magic 8 Ultra. The standard and Pro models are expected to feature 6.58-inch and 6.7-inch OLED displays, respectively, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset. While these devices are expected to launch this year, the Mini and Ultra editions may debut next year.

The Magic 8 Mini is reportedly equipped with a 6.3-inch display and a Dimensity 9500 SoC. The Ultra variant may offer an ultimate photography experience, as it is said to be the world’s first phone equipped with dual 200-megapixel lens setup for the primary and periscope telephoto cameras. A few weeks ago, Luo Wei, head of Honor Imaging, clarified that the Magic 8 series will not feature a 1-inch main camera or a dual-periscope telephoto lens. He explained that the brand prefers to focus on balanced performance rather than adding hardware for marketing appeal.

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As the second half of the year unfolds, leaks around upcoming smartphone flagships are beginning to gain traction. The latest device to enter the rumor cycle is the Honor Magic 8 series.

According to Chinese tech blogger The Factory Manager is Guan, Honor is preparing three Magic 8 flagships this year, up from two in the previous Magic 7 lineup. 

Honor Magic 8 mini incoming?

Interestingly, the new addition to the series is a compact model. Compact phones are quietly gaining momentum as smartphone internals have matured enough to fit better hardware (including bigger batteries) into smaller frames. Take Vivo X200 FE or OnePlus 13s, for example. 

Let’s just call the upcoming compact Honor flagship Magic 8 Mini, and it will join the standard Magic 8 and the Magic 8 Pro in the line. All three devices are expected to feature flat-edged displays with rounded corners and ultra-slim bezels.

Two of the three models will also reportedly include 3D facial recognition technology, likely the standard and Pro variants. Both are also said to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 processor.

The leak further claims that the new devices will feature batteries exceeding 7000mAh, a 200MP telephoto lens with multi-refractive optics, a new primary sensor, and upgraded AI-powered image processing. The Magic 8 mini, meanwhile, is rumored to run on MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chip.

Adding weight to the leak, known tipster Digital Chat Station also stated that the Honor Magic 8 lineup will consist of three models this year. According to him, the Magic 8 mini will feature a 6.31-inch LTPO display with 1.5K resolution.

The standard Magic 8 will reportedly sport a 6.58-inch screen, while the Magic 8 Pro will offer a larger 6.71-inch build. Both have the same 1.5K resolution LTPO AMOLED panel as the mini. 

Honor is expected to unveil the Magic 8 series in October.

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Xiaomi is likely to be the first brand to launch smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset this year. The Xiaomi 16, equipped with the new chip, is expected to debut by the end of September. Another brand set to introduce Snapdragon 8 Elite 2-powered flagship phones around the same time is Honor. The Honor Magic 8 series, which could launch in late September or early October, is also confirmed to feature the new flagship processor. According to recent leaks from Digital Chat Station (DCS), the Magic 8 lineup may include four models, which includes a compact flagship dubbed the Magic 8 Mini and a massive 6.9-inch phone.

Honor Magic 8 series may include four models

According to DCS, the Magic 8 lineup may include multiple models with varying screen sizes, such as 6.3-inch, 6.58-inch, and 6.7-inch. While there is no concrete evidence yet, it appears that all four models may feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2.

DCS claims that Honor is yet to finalize the 6.3-inch model. Dubbed Magic 8 Mini by the rumor mill, it will not launch alongside the Magic 8 and 8 Pro, claims the tipster.

The 6.58-inch model, which is believed to be the Honor Magic 8, is currently being tested with a mid-tier periscope camera. The current engineering prototype is said to be tested with OmniVision OV64B and Sony IMX882 periscope cameras.

The Honor Magic 8 Pro, which may feature a 6.7-inch display, is being tested with a 200-megapixel periscope camera with a large sensor. DCS has also claimed that the flagship series may include a 6.9-inch model, which could be called the Honor Magic 8 Max or Ultra. He didn’t divulge any information about it.

Additionally, in the mid-range segment, Honor is said to be working on a new device with an even larger screen—around 6.96 inches—bringing it very close to the 7-inch mark.

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Honor is reportedly working on the Magic 8 series of flagship phones for the Chinese market. It is speculated that flagship phones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 will break cover by the end of September in China. Therefore, the Magic 8 series, which is expected to feature the said chipset, is also expected to debut in September.

Honor Magic 8 key specifications tipped

According to the leak, the alleged Honor Magic 8 will feature a flat 6.58-inch display with a 1.5K resolution and 2.5D glass. The screen design will include large-radius corners and slim bezels. To recall, the tipster previously claimed that the thickness of the black border would be less than 1mm. The new leak also states that the screen will be integrated with an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor.

The device is also expected to support wireless charging and carry an IP68/69 rating for water and dust resistance. Interestingly, the current prototype unit is said to be equipped with a periscope telephoto camera, pointing to advanced imaging capabilities even on the standard variant. To recall, last year’s Honor Magic 7’s rear camera setup included a 3x telephoto camera.

While full hardware specifications haven’t been confirmed yet, the tipster remarks that the “core specs are decent,” hinting at a flagship-level performance package, likely featuring a Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset.

Speaking of the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, it is expected to launch by late September this year. It is speculated that the Honor Magic 8 series featuring the new chip will also debut by the end of September in China. At present, there is no information about the Honor Magic 8 series’ global launch.

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Honor has several smartphones in the pipeline for the Chinese market. In the first half of the year, the brand is expected to introduce the Honor 400 series, Honor GT Pro, Honor Magic V2 Flip, and Honor Magic V4. Meanwhile, the second half of the year is likely to see the launch of the Honor X70 series, catering to the mid-range segment. In October 2024, Honor unveiled the Magic 7 series, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Based on this timeline, it seems likely that the company is preparing to launch the Honor Magic 8 lineup in October this year. 

Honor Magic 8 series leak

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, a major smartphone iteration from an unspecified brand is expected to launch in October. While he did not mention the brand by name, the emoji used in his Weibo post appears to hint at Honor’s Magic 8 series.

The leak states that the device will be equipped with a 6.59-inch OLED display with a 1.5K+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. One of the major highlights of this new panel is its extremely narrow bezels on all four sides, with the BM (black matrix) border measuring less than 1 mm, though it will increase slightly when integrated into the device.

Additionally, the screen will have a flat design with large R-corner rounding, giving it a distinct aesthetic. The R-corner refers to the radius of the rounded corners of a display. In this context, a large R-corner means that the screen will have more pronounced, smoothly curved corners rather than sharp edges.

The exact moniker of the device is not known. Probably, the brand is planning to reduce the Honor Magic 8’s display size to 6.59 inches from the 6.78-inch screen seen on the Honor Magic 7. To put it into context, the Honor Magic 7 Pro also features a 6.78-inch screen.

Competing brands like Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi typically offer a larger display on their Pro-branded flagship models while equipping the standard variants with a smaller screen. Following this trend, the Honor Magic 8 Pro may continue to feature a bigger display, whereas the Magic 8 could see a reduction in screen size to 6.59 inches. However, these are only assumptions, and readers are advised to wait for further reports for confirmed details about the Magic 8 lineup.

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