We already know the Honor Magic 9 series is landing in Beijing on September 28, at the same Magic Grand Ceremony where Honor confirmed the ARRI partnership and the September launch window. Now, insider Digital Chat Station has gone further and laid out what look like the near-final specs for both the Magic 9 and the Magic 9 Pro Max.

Honor Magic 9

The regular Magic 9 is a compact handheld with a 6.37-inch panel running 2664 x 1236 resolution on an LTPS panel at 120Hz, paired with Android’s first 55MP, f/2.0 square-format selfie camera. 

The device retains IP68/69/69K ingress protection from its predecessor, along with a rounded-corner, ultra-narrow bezel look. You also still get the dedicated AI button alongside a separate shutter button.

Flip it over, and the camera module has moved to a horizontal, large-matrix layout instead of the circular ring Honor offers with the Magic 8 Pro. The main sensor is a 200MP, 1/1.4-inch unit at f/1.9, backed by a 50MP f/2.0 ultra-wide and a 200MP periscope telephoto with a 1/1.56-inch sensor and 3.5x optical zoom at f/2.6. 

Powering the phone will be the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the same chip in the outgoing Honor Magic 8 Pro. The battery is bigger, though, coming in at 8000mAh with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. There will also be 3D ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking under the display.

Honor Magic 9 Pro Max

The Pro Max ups the screen size to 6.8 inches with a 2868 x 1320 LTPO panel at 120Hz, and it shares the same 55MP f/2.0 square selfie camera and AI/shutter button pairing as the standard model.

The back has a 200MP, 1/1.28-inch main sensor at f/1.57, a 50MP f/2.0 ultra-wide, and a second 200MP periscope unit built around a larger 1/1.4-inch sensor at f/2.6. This pairs with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, Qualcomm’s next flagship platform built on a 2nm node, which puts the Magic 9 Pro Max among the first phones carrying it. 

It will have an 8800mAh battery that supports 100W wired and 80W wireless charging, and Honor will offer an extra 3D face recognition on top of the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for biometrics. You will also get dual 1216 speakers for stereo output.

Besides these two, the line has the Honor Magic 9 Super Edition. Honor just recently confirmed the design and colors of all phones, which you can check here.

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Honor has revealed more details about its upcoming Magic 9 lineup. The company has confirmed the storage configurations and color options for the Magic 9 Pro Max, Magic 9, and Magic 9 Super Edition. All three phones are scheduled to launch on September 28 and are already listed for pre-orders, giving us a clearer idea of what each model will offer.

Honor Magic 9 Pro Max variants, colors, key specs

The Honor Magic 9 Pro Max will be available in Moss Green, Silver, and Shadow Black. Its configurations include 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB, and 16GB+1TB.

As per a recent report, the Magic 9 Pro Max will house a 6.8-inch OLED panel with 0.98mm slim bezels. Dubbed Black Diamond, the display is said to deliver deeper blacks and brighter visuals, potentially making it one of the standout features of the upcoming flagship.

The phone is also expected to use the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset and pack an 8,800mAh battery. Its camera setup could include dual 200-megapixel ARRI cameras, a 55-megapixel square selfie camera, while biometric authentication is expected to combine 3D facial recognition with an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. A unibody metal design is also tipped.

Honor Magic 9 variants, colors, key specs

The Honor Magic 9 will come in Yellow Rice, Olive Green, Morning White, and Curtain Black. Storage options include 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB, and 16GB+1TB.

The same report has revealed that the Magic 9 will be a compact flagship with a 6.37-inch 1.5K display with slimmer bezels than the Pro Max. It could run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and feature an 8,000mAh battery. Its rear cameras are expected to include a 200-megapixel main sensor, 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, and 200-megapixel 1/1.56-inch periscope telephoto camera. An ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor and unibody cold-carved glass design are also expected.

Honor Magic 9 Super Edition variants, colors, key specs

The Honor Magic 9 Super Edition will be offered in Yellow Rice, Olive Green, Morning White, and Curtain Black, with 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, and 16GB+512GB configurations.

Leaks suggest a 6.8-inch 165Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and a huge 11,000mAh battery. Its cameras could include 50-megapixel main, 12-megapixel ultrawide, and 50-megapixel telephoto sensors. Active cooling and a glass-fiber body are also expected.

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Honor has already confirmed that the Magic9 series will bring a 500mm teleconverter kit and dual 200-megapixel ARRI cameras on the back. The company today revealed the front camera, and it comes with its own unusual design.

Honor says the Magic9 series will feature a 55MP “Agile Eye” front camera with a square-shaped design. It is the first Android phone with a square front-facing camera, which the company says gives the sensor more room to capture a wider frame than the circular and pill-shaped cameras commonly used on phones.

Honor’s teaser also shows the camera switching between vertical and horizontal shots while keeping a wide field of view. 

However, the square front camera will not be available across the entire Magic 9 lineup. In the teaser footnote, Honor confirmed the square selfie camera will be exclusive to the Magic 9 Pro Max and the standard Magic 9. More details about the other models should arrive with the full launch.

More about Honor Magic 9 series cameras

The front camera is just one part of Honor’s camera-focused approach to the Magic 9 series. The company has worked with ARRI on the lineup, while the rear camera module houses a triple-camera system with two 200-megapixel ARRI sensors. Honor is also introducing a 500mm teleconverter with the series.

For video, the phones will also get a new ARRI Cinema Mode. Honor is positioning the Magic 9 series as a more complete camera system rather than simply another phone with high-resolution sensors.

The Magic 9 Pro Max gets most of the camera hardware and keeps the clean design language seen on previous Magic phones. Honor has reworked the edges, rear panel, and overall shape, while the rear camera module gets a new “Guide’s Eye” design.

According to Honor, that design takes inspiration from the ARRIFLEX 35, one of the cameras that helped establish ARRI’s cinema camera lineup. 

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Honor is preparing to unveil its next flagship smartphone family in China later this month. The Magic 9 series has already started drawing attention with its camera-focused features and new hardware. However, the exact device lineup has remained unclear, with a new leak now shedding more light on the models expected to debut.

Honor Magic 9

Tipster Smart Pikachu claims the Magic 9 family will include the Magic 9, Magic 9 Pro Max, and a Magic 9 Super Edition. According to the leak, the standard Magic 9 will feature a 6.37-inch display, an 8,000mAh battery, dual 200-megapixel ARRI cameras, a single 3D facial recognition system, and last year’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the camera setup will include a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and one of the 200-megapixel cameras will be a 1/1.56-inch periscope telephoto sensor. For security, it will have an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor.

According to another tipster, the Magic 9’s screen bezels are said to be slightly narrower than those of the Pro Max, which has 0.98mm bezels. In terms of build, it will have a unibody cold-carved glass design.

Honor Magic 9 Pro Max

The Magic 9 Pro Max is tipped to step things up with a 6.8-inch display, an 8,800mAh battery, and dual 200-megapixel ARRI cameras. It could also feature dual 3D facial recognition sensors arranged in a 1:1 layout, while the all-new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 is expected to handle processing.

In terms of design, the Magic 9 Pro Max has a unibody metal design, and the screen bezels are quite narrow at 0.98mm. Being a Pro Max edition, it will have a Black Diamond screen, which offers deeper blacks and a brighter, clearer viewing experience, while the standard Magic 9 does not have this display technology.

Honor Magic 9 Super Edition

The Honor Magic 9 Super Edition is aimed more heavily at performance. It could come with a 6.8-inch glass-fiber body, an 11,000mAh battery, a 165Hz display, and active cooling. Its camera setup is said to include a 50-megapixel sensor alongside a 12-megapixel and another 50-megapixel camera, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 could power the phone.

The Magic 9 Super Edition is different from the gaming and performance-focused Win series, as it comes with a telephoto lens and a larger battery than the Win series.

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Honor has confirmed that the Magic 9 series will be unveiled in China on September 28. Ahead of the launch, the brand has started accepting pre-reservations for the Magic 9 series, while also revealing its design and several key details, including its impressive zooming capabilities. Here’s everything Honor has confirmed about the upcoming series so far.

Honor Magic 9 gets a photography-focused setup

According to Honor, the Magic 9 series will feature a dual 200-megapixel ARRI imaging system, with the cameras designed to deliver clear results during both daytime and nighttime shooting. The setup is also aimed at maintaining image quality across different shooting distances, making zoom photography a key part of the experience.

The primary 200-megapixel ARRI camera is listed with an f/1.57 aperture and a 1/1.28-inch sensor. Alongside it, the 200-megapixel ARRI super-night telephoto camera features an f/2.6 aperture and a 1/1.4-inch sensor. These specifications suggest that Honor is putting considerable emphasis on sensor size, low-light capture and long-range photography.

As can be seen above, the company is also preparing a Photography Master Kit with two dedicated telephoto accessories. The headline accessory is a 500mm Honor telephoto extender, which is being introduced with the series to bring distant subjects closer within the frame. Honor has positioned it as an option for users who want to capture faraway subjects without carrying traditional camera equipment.

The second accessory is a 200mm Honor thumb-sized telephoto extender. It weighs just 88g and measures 81mm in length, making it considerably easier to carry around. Both accessories are designed to complement the phone’s camera system rather than represent the native focal lengths of its built-in cameras.

The Magic 9 lineup is expected to include the Magic 9 and Magic 9 Pro Max, both powered by the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series chipset.

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Honor appears to be preparing an interesting update to its Magic series with the upcoming Magic 9. The standard model is expected to combine a relatively compact display with specifications usually associated with larger flagship phones. New details have now surfaced that reveal more about what Honor could be planning.

Honor Magic 9 key specification tipped

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the Honor Magic 9 standard version could feature a 6.36-inch flat OLED display and an 8,000mAh-class battery. The battery is said to be based on Honor’s third-generation Qinghai Lake silicon-carbon technology, potentially making it the largest battery in its segment.

The combination is particularly notable because compact flagship phones generally make compromises on battery capacity due to their smaller internal space. An 8,000mAh battery inside a phone with a 6.36-inch display would therefore give the Magic 9 a significant endurance advantage if the reported specifications materialize.

DCS claims the phone’s rear camera setup will include a pair of 200-megapixel cameras. The primary one will use a 1/1.4-inch sensor. The other 200-megapixel camera will be a periscope telephoto camera, which was previously said to feature a 64-megapixel sensor. As reported previously, the camera setup will also include a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens.

Other reported features include wireless charging and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. This standard edition is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip from last year, but the Pro models launching alongside it could arrive with the all-new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6-series chipset. For the unversed, the Magic 9 series has already been confirmed to launch on Sept. 28.

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Honor is set to launch the Magic 9 series in September, and ahead of the big reveal, the phone has secured a new certification in China. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, two Honor Magic 9 models have appeared in the regulatory listing with support for 100W fast charging.

The tipster further claims the Magic 9 series has three models, including one with a built-in fan. Honor has already confirmed the Magic9 series will launch on September 28, with pre-orders already open in the mainland.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 powers the series

The Honor Magic9 series is expected to use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen6 chipset. The chip is built on TSMC’s N2P 2nm process, and is expected to offer improvements in performance and power efficiency, along with better support for on-device AI tasks. We have covered more details about Qualcomm’s new chipset in our look at the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen6’s specs.

As for optics, Honor has partnered with German cinema equipment maker Arri for the series. According to leaked specifications, the main camera will use a 200-megapixel sensor measuring 1/1.28 inches. It is also expected to have a wide F1.57 aperture and 3-degree optical image stabilization (OIS). The telephoto is tipped to be a 200MP sensor with a large 1/1.4-inch sensor and an F2.6 aperture. 

With the September 28 launch date approaching, more details about the Honor Magic 9 series should emerge soon. The latest certification listing confirms support for 100W charging, while earlier leaks have already revealed the new 2nm chipset, Arri camera partnership, and 200MP camera hardware.

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Honor has had a busy smartphone year so far. From flagships and 10,000mAh battery phones to a foldable and, recently, even a gimbal camera phone, the company has done it all. And if a new rumor is to be believed, the streak won’t stop for the rest of 2026.

A new leak from tipster Digital Chat Station claims the Honor is preparing several new smartphone launches between September and the end of 2026. The lineup is expected to include flagship phones, gaming-focused devices, and more affordable models.

The first major launch is the Honor Magic 9 series, which has been confirmed for September. According to previous reports, the series could use a 2nm Snapdragon processor and feature camera technology developed with ARRI. 

Honor could then turn its attention to gaming with the Honor Win 2 series. It is reportedly planned for October, and the leak mentions a Snapdragon SM8975 (8 Elite Gen 6) chipset under the hood.

Previous reports also claim the phones could come with a 10,000mAh+ battery, a built-in cooling fan, and a 6.89-inch OLED panel offering a 2K+ resolution and a 185Hz refresh rate. 

Honor 700 series, Power 3 and X series also launching before 2027

Honor may also expand its mid-range lineup before the end of the year. Digital Chat Station mentions the Honor 700 series, along with new phones under the X and Power 3 series.

The company has already been pushing battery capacity in its affordable phones. For example, the recently launched Honor X7e comes with a large 7,500mAh battery at a budget price. The leak claims these mid-rangers will keep chasing bigger batteries, with some models reportedly setting new capacity records for their price bracket.

Put it all together, Honor could launch four or five major smartphone series in just around four months. This would make the second half of 2026 a busy period for the company.

However, it is important to note that Honor has not officially confirmed this release schedule. So treat the details as a leak until the company says otherwise.

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Honor has confirmed the launch date for its next flagship smartphone series, with the Honor Magic 9 lineup scheduled to arrive in September. The company has also teased major upgrades in performance, imaging and AI. Here is what to expect from the upcoming flagship series.

Honor Magic 9 series: 2nm chip and ARRI imaging           

After the Robot Phone launch event, Honor CEO Li Jian confirmed that the Magic 9 series will officially debut on September 28 in Beijing. The company has also opened early reservations for the upcoming flagship lineup.

The Magic 9 series is expected to be among the first smartphones powered by Qualcomm’s next-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 flagship platform based on a 2nm manufacturing process. This could make the series one of the earliest Android flagships to enter the 2nm era, with improvements expected in performance, power efficiency and on-device AI capabilities.

According to Digital Chat Station, the Magic 9 series is tipped to feature a 200-megapixel primary camera with a 1/1.28-inch sensor, an f/1.57 aperture and 3-degree optical image stabilization. It is also expected to carry a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor and f/2.6 aperture.

Honor has partnered with German professional imaging company ARRI for the series. The collaboration is expected to bring features such as ARRI LogC3, ARRI Look and an ARRI movie mode, with the focus extending to both photography and video recording.

The Magic 9 series is expected to feature a 6.8-inch 1.5K LTPO 2.5D flat display. Other reported specifications include a large battery with a capacity expected to start with an 8, alongside fast wireless charging, 3D facial recognition and 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanning.

Finally, the lineup is expected to include at least three models, namely the Magic 9, Magic 9 Pro, and Magic 9 Pro Max.

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Honor has unveiled the much anticipated and futuristic Robot Phone, which comes with a robotic gimbal camera, in China. At the same event, the brand also offered the first official glimpse of the upcoming Honor Magic 9 series, revealing its new camera design and ARRI imaging collaboration ahead of its September launch.

Honor Magic 9 series design revealed with ARRI imaging collaboration

The Honor Magic 9 series is officially set to arrive in September, and the company has already started receiving its blinders through the Honor Shop (online store) in China. The first official glimpse reveals a large circular rear camera module placed towards the upper-left corner, marking a departure from the previous generation’s centred circular camera design.

The visible design shows a premium metal frame, a refined antenna layout, and an ARRI branding mark placed around the camera module. The camera island appears inspired by professional cinema equipment, with a large circular layout housing multiple sensors. Honor is expected to bring ARRI’s color science and imaging technologies to the Magic 9 series, including ARRI LogC3, ARRI Look, and an ARRI cinema mode.

Honor previously announced a global imaging partnership with ARRI, a German cinema technology company known for its professional cameras and film-making solutions. The Magic 9 series is expected to be among the upcoming consumer devices that benefit from this collaboration.

The lineup is expected to include three models: the standard Magic 9, Magic 9 Pro, and Magic 9 Pro Max. The series is tipped to be among the first smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro flagship platform. Other expected upgrades include enhanced AI features and improved imaging capabilities.

Reports suggest the series may include dual 200-megapixel cameras and Honor’s in-house imaging chip. The phones are also expected to introduce a new software experience focused on more advanced AI interactions.

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A report yesterday suggested that Oppo could be preparing Android’s first flagship with a square selfie camera. That may no longer be the case. A new leak from Digital Chat Station claims Honor is also testing a similar setup for the Honor Magic 9.

The tipster suggests that the upcoming Honor Magic 9 is currently testing several new camera sensors, including multiple 200MP main camera options and a new high-resolution front camera system.

Honor Magic 9 in testing with 200MP main sensor

The prototype is said to include two different 200MP main sensor options: the OV52A/OV52B at 1/1.28-inch size and the larger OVB0D at 1/1.12-inch. These sensors are being evaluated as possible primary cameras for the final device. 

Rounding out the rear setup, for now, is a 64MP periscope telephoto lens using the OmniVision OV64D sensor with a 1/2-inch format.

This isn’t the first time the OV64D periscope sensor has surfaced in relation to the Magic 9. An earlier leak from the same tipster had already pointed to the OmniVision chip for the device’s telephoto slot. 

The previous report also revealed a rear camera arrangement featuring a 200MP shooter with a 1/2.8-inch sensor and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. Today’s new information aligns with and expands on those earlier claims.

Perhaps the most interesting claim is regarding the front camera. The Magic 9 is reportedly being evaluated with a 100MP OVA0B sensor measuring 1/1.8 inches, but it won’t ship in that form.

According to the leak, the image will be cropped into a 1:1 square aspect ratio, which should effectively reduce the resolution and pixel size but produce a distinctly square selfie output.

Beyond cameras, earlier reports suggest the Magic 9 series may include a compact 6.36-inch OLED display, a large battery of around 8,000mAh, and testing with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 platform. It is also expected to offer IP68/IP69 protection and ultrasonic fingerprint scanning.

There is also a mention that ARRI may be working with Honor to improve video processing and cinematic output on the Magic 9 lineup.

The Honor Magic 9 series is currently expected to launch in China around October, though specifications could still change as testing continues.

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Honor is reportedly working on the Magic 9 series, which is said to include multiple models. A leak from tipster Digital Chat Station in January this year suggested that the Honor Magic 9 could feature a 6.36-inch display, while the Magic 9 Pro/Pro Max could be equipped with a 6.85-inch display. Today, the tipster shared a new Weibo post revealing additional details about the Magic 9.

Honor Magic 9’s key details tipped

According to the leak, the Honour Magic 9 features a 6.36-inch OLED LTPS display and is currently being tested with Qualcomm’s existing 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, not the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series as previously expected.

The Magic 9 is also said to pack a large battery that could start with an 8,000mAh capacity, which would be unusually high for a compact flagship. While it is said to support wireless charging, there is no information about the supported charging speeds. Other reports have also revealed that the Magic 9 will also offer full-level water resistance and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

The leaked prototype is further tipped to feature a 64MP periscope telephoto camera, reportedly using the OmniVision OV64D sensor. Other expected features include an ultrasonic 3D fingerprint scanner along with IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance.

A previous leak by the same source revealed that, apart from the 64-megapixel periscope camera, its rear setup will include a 200-megapixel camera featuring a 1/2.8-inch large sensor and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor. Reports have also revealed that Honor will team up with German professional cinema industry brand ARRI to offer an enhanced videography experience on the Magic 9 lineup.

As far as the launch is concerned, the Honor Magic 9 series is expected to break cover in October this year in China.

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The rumor mill is actively leaking details about next-generation flagship phones, such as the Xiaomi 18 series, Vivo X500 series, and Oppo Find X10 series. A new leak that has surfaced on Weibo suggests that the forthcoming Honor Magic 9 series could offer top-tier video recording capabilities.

Honor Magic 9 series’ launch timeframe tipped

A new leak from Chinese tipster Guan Tongxue GiM claims that the upcoming Honor Magic 9 series is scheduled to launch in China in October this year with major upgrades focused on imaging and design.

According to the tipster, the Magic 9 series will feature ARRI-powered imaging capabilities, bringing significant improvements to both photography and video recording performance. For those unaware, ARRI is a highly respected German brand in the professional cinema industry, known for producing high-end cinema cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment used in Hollywood films, television productions, and commercials.

Honor and ARRI announced their collaboration at Mobile World Congress 2026 earlier this year. The upcoming Honor Robot Phone, which is expected to launch in China in August, will be the first phone to feature cinema-grade video recording capabilities developed through this partnership.

The tipster claims that the Honor Magic 9 series will become the first regular smartphone lineup to feature ARRI imaging technology. The series is expected to include multiple models, all of which may feature flat displays.

The tipster further revealed that the lineup will adopt a refreshed design language with a more youthful appearance while retaining its business-oriented identity. In addition, the devices are expected to run MagicOS 11, which is tipped to introduce major interface and feature upgrades aimed at users who pay close attention to software details and overall user experience.

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Honor is reportedly working on the Honor Magic 9 series for the Chinese market. A recent leak revealed a few key details about the Honor Magic 9 Pro Max, and now a new leak has surfaced revealing key specifications of what appears to be the standard Magic 9. To recall, the Honor Magic 8 was equipped with a 6.59-inch screen, but rumors surrounding the Magic 9 suggest that it could be a compact offering with a smaller display. Here’s a look at all the details that have surfaced through the latest leak.

Honor Magic 9 key specs tipped

A new leak from tipster Digital Chat Station suggests that the Honor Magic 9 could arrive with a strong focus on battery life and compact design. The device is said to feature a 6.3-inch “small screen” form factor, with early evaluations pointing to a battery capacity of around 8,000mAh, which would be a significant upgrade for this segment.

In terms of performance, Honor is reportedly testing two chipset options: a next-generation 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 (8E6) and a 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (8E5), with the final decision still under evaluation. If the company opts for the slightly older 8E5 platform, the device is still expected to retain premium features such as a periscope telephoto camera, wireless charging support, full-level water resistance, and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

The display is tipped to use an LTPS panel, and choosing the 3nm chip could allow Honor to position the phone at a noticeably lower price compared to the 2nm variant, potentially making it a more accessible flagship offering.

In March, DCS claimed that the Magic 9’s rear camera setup will comprise a 200-megapixel camera featuring a 1/2.8-inch sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera equipped with a 1/2-inch sensor.

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Honor’s next flagship phone is reportedly working on the side of Android that it isn’t particularly known for: video.

According to a new leak from tipster “Factory Manager is Guan,” the upcoming Honor Magic 9 series will come with an ARRI co-branded imaging system.

For those unaware, ARRI is the world’s leading designer of professional motion picture cameras, lenses, lighting systems, and post-production equipment. Founded in 1917 and based in Germany, the company’s gear shows up in films, documentaries, and high-end productions. 

And FYI, this partnership didn’t come out of nowhere. At the 2026 Mobile World Congress, Honor and ARRI officially announced a strategic collaboration to bring ARRI Image Science into next-generation consumer devices. 

According to the tipster, the Magic 9 series will offer “ exceptional video capabilities.” It won’t be quite at the level of Honor’s experimental “Robot Phone,” but potentially enough to challenge the long-standing perception that Android phones lag in video recording. 

Honor Magic 9 series could launch in October 

The tipster also says that if a phone can handle video well, still photography tends to follow. The suggestion is that the Magic 9 series could deliver a more complete imaging upgrade. 

Honor CEO Li Jian previously hinted that this new imaging system could surpass Apple’s current camera performance. 

Beyond cameras, the Magic 9 series is also expected to debut with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, built on a 2nm process from TSMC. 

Last but not least, the tipster suggests the Honor Magic 9 series will launch in October. That’s right after the expected announcement of the iPhone 18 series. 

For now, it’s still a leak. But if even part of it holds up, the Magic 9 series could end up being less about specs and more about changing how Android phones are judged, particularly when it comes to video.

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Honor’s next-generation flagship lineup is expected to include the Honor Magic 9, Magic 9 Pro, and Magic 9 RSR. Reports suggest that the Magic 9 may house a smaller display compared to the Honor Magic 8’s 6.58-inch screen. Despite having a more compact size, it is expected to feature a bigger battery, which could even surpass the OnePlus 15T, which houses a 7,500mAh battery. A new leak has revealed that the Magic 9 may feature an impressive 200-megapixel triple camera setup.

Honor Magic 9 camera specs, battery leak

According to Digital Chat Station, the Honor Magic 9’s rear camera setup will be headlined by a 200-megapixel camera featuring a 1/2.8-inch large sensor. For ultra-wide shots, it will feature a 50-megapixel sensor.

The rear setup will also include a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera equipped with a mid-tier 1/2-inch sensor. While there is no information about the device’s front camera, it may retain the Magic 8’s 50-megapixel selfie snapper.

A couple of days ago, it was reported that Honor is upgrading the Magic 9’s battery and is currently working on packing an 8,000mAh unit. There is no information about the device’s fast charging capabilities, but it is said to support wireless charging. To recall, the Honor Magic 8 featured a 7,000mAh battery with 90W wired and 80W wireless charging support.

Early reports suggest that the Magic 9 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset. Qualcomm is expected to unveil the 2nm chip in September this year.

On the front, the Magic 9 is said to feature a 6.3-inch OLED LTPO panel with a flat design. It is expected to feature an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor for security. Other details about the device remain under wraps.

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Honor appears to be doubling down on its focus on large battery capacities across its portfolio. After recently launching devices such as the Honor Win and Win RT with 10,000mAh batteries and the Honor Power 2 featuring a massive 10,080mAh unit, a new leak now suggests that the upcoming Magic 9 series could continue this trend. According to the leak, the next-generation flagship lineup may arrive with significantly bigger batteries than its predecessors, reinforcing Honor’s push towards long-lasting performance.

Honor Magic 9 series battery capacity tipped

Well-known tipster Smart Pikachu claims that the Magic 9 lineup will remain photography-focused while also emphasizing battery endurance as a key selling point. The leak indicates that upcoming models in the series could feature battery capacities ranging between 8,000mAh and 9,000mAh, which would represent a noticeable upgrade compared to previous Magic-series smartphones.

For context, the current Honor Magic 8 lineup already includes sizeable battery units. The standard Magic 8, equipped with a 6.58-inch display, houses a 7,000mAh battery, while the Magic 8 Pro and Magic 8 RSR, both featuring 6.71-inch displays, offer slightly larger 7,100mAh batteries. These models are powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipsets, setting expectations that the next generation could bring both performance and efficiency improvements.

Rumors also indicate that the Magic 9 series may be among the early adopters of the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 platform. In terms of display sizes, early speculation points to a compact 6.3-inch panel for the standard Magic 9, while the Magic 9 Pro / RSR could grow to around 6.85 inches.

In related news, Honor is also said to be working on the Honor 600 series, which may debut by May 2026 in China. A recent report states that the vanilla Honor 600 may house a 6.57-inch OLED screen and a huge 9,000mAh battery. The other details of the Honor 600 series are under wraps.

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Later this year, Honor may unveil the Honor Magic 9 series of flagship phones. While it is too early to confirm all the models that will be part of the lineup, it may include at least three variants, such as the Honor Magic 9, Magic 9 Pro, and Magic 9 RSR, similar to the Magic 8 lineup. A new leak, courtesy of tipster Digital Chat Station, has revealed the screen sizes of these models.

Honor Magic 9 series screen size tipped

The new leak suggests that Honor has begun early prototyping for its next-generation Magic 9 flagship series. Two new flat displays are reportedly being tested: a compact 6.36-inch panel and a much larger 6.85-inch panel. Both screens are said to feature 2.5D flat glass with large, rounded corners.

Likely, the standard Magic 9 may adopt a smaller flat display, while the Magic 9 Pro could feature a significantly larger flat screen. The tipster has also mentioned a “Pro Max” variant in the leak. At present, there is no clarity on how different the Pro Max edition could be compared to the Pro model.

As far as the Magic 9 RSR is concerned, it has traditionally featured the same display as the Pro variant. Therefore, it is likely that it may also feature a 6.85-inch display.

Coming back to the standard Magic 9, the 6.36-inch screen would be significantly smaller than the Magic 8, which features a 6.58-inch display. On the other hand, the Magic 9 Pro’s display may increase to 6.85 inches compared to the previous generation, which features a 6.71-inch screen.

The Honor Magic 9 series could be early adopters of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series chipset. Just as the previous generation was announced in October, the new lineup may debut in the same month this year.

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