Key Highlights:

• Honor will unveil its first humanoid robot at MWC Barcelona, marking its entry into AI robotics.
  
• The company is expanding beyond smartphones with AI-driven devices and ecosystem products.
  
• New launches include the Honor Robot Phone concept, Magic V6 foldable, MagicPad4, and MagicBook Pro 14.
  

Honor Enters the Humanoid Robot Race

Honor Device Co. is set to make a major announcement at MWC Barcelona this weekend with the unveiling of its first humanoid robot. The company says the robot is designed mainly for consumer service tasks such as shopping assistance and everyday support. This move signals Honor’s entry into the fast-growing humanoid robotics segment, an area that has recently gained strong global attention due to rapid AI advancements.

Honor claims it will be the first smartphone brand among its direct competitors to launch a humanoid robot. The company aims to position itself as a leader in next-generation AI experiences, moving beyond traditional mobile devices and exploring embodied AI technology.

AI Strategy and Smart Ecosystem Expansion

The humanoid robot will be showcased under the “Honor Robot Phone” concept, which highlights how artificial intelligence could integrate more deeply into daily life. Honor is also expected to present new agentic AI services designed to work across smartphones and connected devices.

This strategy is part of a larger multibillion-dollar expansion plan focused on artificial intelligence, new AI applications, and building a smarter ecosystem. Similar moves are being seen across the industry, with rivals like Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo also investing heavily in AI innovation. Chinese startups such as Unitree are currently leading the momentum in AI robotics with advanced demonstrations, showing how competitive the space has become.

Global Launch Event and Future Vision

The event, themed “Believers in AI Future,” will also include the launch of several new devices. These include the Honor Magic V6 foldable smartphone, which features improved durability, a larger battery, and a slimmer design. Honor will also introduce the AI-powered MagicPad4 tablet and MagicBook Pro 14 laptop, both designed for productivity and lightweight performance.

Since becoming independent from Huawei in 2020, Honor has expanded rapidly with backing from Shenzhen government investment entities and state-owned enterprises. The company has also expressed plans for a future IPO, reflecting its long-term ambition to grow beyond smartphones and establish itself as a broader AI technology leader.

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