Honor Unveils Magic 8 Pro, Its First Self‑Evolving AI Smartphone
Key Points
- Honor positions the Magic 8 Pro as its first self‑evolving AI smartphone.
- YOYO Agent can handle over 3,000 scenarios, from photo cleanup to email drafting.
- A dedicated AI Button provides instant access to the agent and a video‑call information tool.
- AI‑enhanced camera features include anti‑shake technology and the Magic Color engine.
- Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage.
- 6.71‑inch OLED display with up to 120 Hz refresh rate and 6,000‑nit brightness.
- Triple rear camera system: 200 MP telephoto, 60 MP primary, 50 MP ultra‑wide/macro.
- Battery options: 7,100 mAh (China) or 6,270 mAh (Europe) with 100 W wired and 80 W wireless charging.
- Runs Magic OS 10, offering a translucent UI and extensive customisation.
- Available for pre‑order in China; broader European rollout planned.
Honor has introduced the Magic 8 Pro, a flagship device it brands as the company’s first self‑evolving AI smartphone. The phone centers on the YOYO Agent, an AI assistant that can handle thousands of scenarios, from cleaning blurry photos to drafting business emails. An AI Button provides instant access to the agent and a YOYO Video Call feature. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, the device offers 12 GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage, a 6.71‑inch OLED display with up to 120 Hz refresh and 6,000‑nit brightness, and a triple‑camera system that includes a 200 MP telephoto lens. The Magic 8 Pro ships in four colors, runs Magic OS 10, and is available for pre‑order in China with a broader European rollout planned.
AI‑Centric Design
Honor markets the Magic 8 Pro as its "first self‑evolving AI smartphone." Central to this claim is the YOYO Agent, an AI tool that the brand says can assist in more than 3,000 scenarios. Sample uses highlighted by Honor include deleting blurry photos from the camera roll on command and composing business emails using information from the user’s inbox.
Access to the YOYO Agent is provided by a dedicated AI Button. When held down, the button also launches a Google Lens‑style YOYO Video Call feature that gathers information about subjects within the viewfinder. Users can reassign the button to trigger a range of one‑tap functions, adding flexibility to the interaction model.
Camera Innovations
The Magic 8 Pro’s camera suite receives AI‑driven upgrades. "AI anti‑shake technology" promises clearer, steadier shots when zooming, while the Magic Color engine—described as the industry’s first AI‑powered color engine—aims to improve color processing for higher‑quality images.
Hardware includes a three‑camera array: a 200 MP telephoto lens, a 60 MP primary lens, and a 50 MP ultra‑wide lens that also supports macro photography.
Performance and Display
Under the hood, the phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, which leverages a Hexagon NPU to accelerate the AI features. The device pairs this with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage.
Display specifications feature a 6.71‑inch OLED panel with a resolution of 1256 × 2080 pixels, a variable refresh rate up to 120 Hz, and peak brightness of up to 6,000 nits, delivering vivid visuals even in bright environments.
Battery and Charging
Battery capacity varies by market: a 7,100 mAh silicon‑carbon model for China and a 6,270 mAh version for Europe. Both support 100 W wired charging and 80 W wireless charging for rapid top‑ups.
Design, Software, and Availability
The Magic 8 Pro is offered in four colors—Glacier White, Sky Cyan, Black, and Sunrise Gold—and weighs 213 g. It runs Magic OS 10, an Android‑based skin that introduces a translucent visual design and expanded customisation options.
Pre‑orders began in China on the day of the announcement, with plans to expand to European markets later in the year. While UK pricing has not been confirmed, expectations align with the pricing of the predecessor, the Magic 7 Pro.