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The latest smartphones from HONOR are here, bringing a mix of flagship performance and long lasting battery life. Whether you’re chasing premium features or everyday reliability, this line-up delivers strong value to suit all budgets. Words Bec Summer HONOR's smartphone line-up puts power in your pocket!

HONOR X6d 5G Everyday essentials You don’t need to spend big to get a solid smartphone experience. HONOR’s X6d model is ideal for anyone who wants reliability, simplicity, and just enough extras to stay current. This is a phone that covers the basics well. The display is clear and comfortable for everyday viewing, whether you’re messaging, browsing, or watching videos. Performance is tuned for efficiency, bringing smooth operation across core apps, while battery life is dependable and can easily handle a full day of typical use. The 50MP wide camera system is

straightforward and easy to use, capturing consistent, quality results for both casual snaps and social sharing. For students, first

HONOR Magic8 Pro 5G Flagship finesse

time smartphone users, or anyone after a no-fuss device, the X6d ticks all the right boxes.

The Magic8 Pro is HONOR’s premium player for users who want top-tier performance from a phone that leans into smart, everyday usability. It’s fast, fluid, and quietly powerful. The Magic8 sports a 6.71” 120Hz display that makes everything from scrolling to streaming feel silky smooth. It’s backed by serious processing power, so apps open instantly, multitasking is seamless, and mobile gaming levels up. The triple camera system includes a 200MP Ultra Night telephoto lens for awesome low light shots, and takes the guesswork out of photography with AI-assisted shooting that

consistently delivers sharp, vibrant results. The big 7100mAh battery can stretch through a full day, with 100W HONOR SuperCharge to top up quickly.

Specs at a glance Display: 6.71” OLED Camera: Rear 50MP main + 200MP Ultra Night telephoto + 50MP ultrawide, front 50MP Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Battery: 7100mAh + 100W HONOR SuperCharge Storage: 512GB Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v6.0 Durability: IP69K Colours: Sunrise Gold, Sky Cyan, Midnight Black

Specs at a glance Display: 6.75” LCD Camera: Rear 50MP wide, front 5MP wide Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Battery: 5260mAh Storage: 128GB Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.3 Colours: Ocean Cyan, Midnight Black

HONOR X9d 5G Big screen, big battery, big value HONOR

ease – apps, social media, and multitasking all run smoothly. The camera setup comprises a main 108MP lens with OIS, along with a 16MP on the front for selfies. It’s very user friendly, capturing solid shots without needing pro-level skills. For anyone who wants a large-screen phone with dependable performance and knockout battery life, the X9d 5G is a top pick.

Specs at a glance Display: 6.79” AMOLED Camera: Rear 108MP, front 16MP wide Processor: Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Battery: 8300mAh Storage: 256GB Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.2 Durability: IP69K Colours: Reddish Brown, Midnight Black, Sunrise Gold

HONOR’s X9d 5G smartphone goes big where it counts, without blowing the budget. If you’re after a phone that keeps up with your day and then some, this one is built to deliver. The immersive 6.79” display is perfect for streaming, gaming, or just scrolling in comfort, with

a smooth and responsive 120Hz refresh rate. Packing a massive 8300mAh battery, this is a phone designed to go the distance and can comfortably last through heavy daily use with some power to spare. Performance-wise,

the X9d 5G handles everyday tasks with

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