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  HONOR Robot Phone has been selected as one of TIME’s The Best Inventions of 2026 , recognising the device for its inno vative approach to smartphone design, AI interaction and mobile photography. Featured alongside other notable inno vations, including iPhone Duo, the HONOR Robot Phone brings a new dimension to smartphone photography by combining a robotics-inspired camera system with AI-powered interaction. Rather than keeping the camera fixed in place, the device features a 360-degree rotating gimbal that can move from the rear of the phone and follow subjects as they move, opening up new possibilities for capturing photos and videos. The concept is designed to make the camera feel more responsive and engaged with its surroundings. Through AI, the Robot Phone can track and interact with subjects, including the user when shooting in selfie mode, allowing the camera to move with the action rather than relying on a fixed perspective. This creates a more dynamic way to capture...

   A pioneering leap forward in everyday reliability, blending a dedicated AI button with outstanding water resistance and long-lasting battery performance. [Johannesburg, South Africa – 19 October 2026] Global leading AI device ecosystem company HONOR today is announcing the official launch of the HONOR 600 Lite S. Engineered to elevate the standard of advanced mobile technology, this groundbreaking device seamlessly integrates an ultra-high-capacity 7700mAh battery, a 108MP camera , and intuitive AI functionalities into a premium, all-weather powerhouse. The HONOR 600 Lite S is strategically positioned to meet the escalating consumer demand for highly durable, intelligent smartphones that deliver uncompromising performance. 7700mAh Battery Powered up Every Day. Addressing the critical consumer pain point of battery anxiety, the device houses a formidable 7700mAh[1] power unit . This sophisticated battery architecture not only provides multi-day usage on a single charge ...

  As the smartphone market continues to have endless choices for consumers, the assortment of options seem to heavily favour the mid-tier to premium end of the scale. Recognising this, HONOR is putting its best foot forward in order to cater for consumers to be found on the entry-level end of the market.  Although, friendly to the pocket, there’s nothing entry-level about HONOR’s new X5d s . With two screens and colour options available in Forest Green and Midnight Black, the device has technological and design quality that is class leading in its category.  The new device is packed with features that are sure to delight the consumer. From a display aspect, it has 6.78 inches main screen, with a 2.01 inches secondary screen. Resolution is at 720x1576 pixels for the main display and 240x296 pixels for the secondary display, with peak brightness at 600nit for the main screen, all incased in aluminosilicate glass. This compact unit will make sure that you don’t miss a s...

  Johannesburg, South Africa – 17 July 2026 - HONOR South Africa joined hundreds of volunteers this Mandela Day in transforming Thathani Primary School in Zola, Soweto, reaffirming the technology brand's commitment to empowering communities through education, innovation and meaningful partnerships. Partnering with the Adopt-a-School Foundation and a coalition of leading South African businesses, HONOR will contribute to the Foundation's annual “Back to School for Mandela Day” campaign, an initiative designed to create safer, more inspiring and future-ready learning environments for young South Africans. The day saw volunteers revitalise classrooms, improve learner facilities, establish a vegetable garden, support literacy programmes and introduce learners to coding and robotics activities, leaving a lasting legacy that extends well beyond Mandela Day. For HONOR South Africa, the initiative reflects the company's belief that access to technology and quality education are ess...

Over 300 humanoid robots from 26 companies, including HONOR, Unitree, and Xiaomi, competed against approximately 12,000 humans in the second annual Beijing E-Town Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon on April 19, 2026. Following full-scale pre-race tests in March and early April, this official scored event on the 21.0975 km Olympic Park course showcased China's robotics surge, with robots sweeping the podium and shattering the human world record of 57:20. HONOR's "Lightning" (Qitian Dasheng) H1 model dominated in autonomous mode, clocking a net 50:26 after scoring adjustments (raw remote variant at 48:19), taking first, second, and third. Weighing 65 kg with 43 degrees of freedom, MagicMind AI, and LiDAR navigation, it handled crowds, inclines, and minor collisions flawlessly—40% of bots ran fully autonomous despite challenges like falls. Unitree's G1 bots placed fourth and fifth, leveraging carbon-fiber legs and predictive AI for endurance, while Xiaomi's CyberOne tr...

  ARRI and HONOR extend cinematic image science and production workflows into consumer devices.  A bridge from the world of high ‑ end filmmaking to the next generation of creators.  ARRI technology will debut in HONOR’s upcoming ROBOT PHONE. [ Johannesburg ,  South Africa ]  Leading AI device ecosystem company  HONOR   has entered into a strategic technical collaboration with ARRI, the world-renowned designer and manufacturer of professional camera technology for cinematic storytelling. This landmark partnership marks a significant step in extending established cinematic standards into the rapidly evolving world of mobile imaging. By uniting HONOR’s advanced mobile imaging capabilities with ARRI’s century‑long heritage in defining cinematic image quality, the collaboration reflects a shared ambition to unlock new creative possibilities and extend cinematic standards for visual expression from the world of high-end filmmaking to the next generation of ...

  HONOR has recorded the strongest overseas shipment growth among leading global smartphone brands in 2025, reinforcing the increasing role of international markets, including South Africa, in the brand’s global performance.   South Africa recorded a 66% increase in overall business performance for  HONOR  in this period, reflecting rising local demand for reliable, value-driven smartphones and strengthening the market’s role in the brand’s global momentum. According to third-party analyst institute Omdia, HONOR’s overseas shipments recorded approximately 55% year-on-year growth in 1Q–3Q 2025. Among the top 10 global vendors, HONOR achieved the highest overseas shipment growth rate during this period, highlighting the success of its international expansion strategy. A disciplined approach to value and affordability While many Chinese smartphone vendors remain heavily concentrated in the entry-level tier,  HONOR  has prioritised smartphones priced above $300...

  Menlyn Mall to experience the thrill of the HONOR X9d 5G Challenge Show Johannesburg.  Menlyn Mall was the scene of a full-on  HONOR  takeover as one of Mzansi’s favourite technology brands brought its ‘Unbreakable’ energy to the heart of Pretoria with a live, interactive activation designed to captivate and amaze with well-known faces, music, Youth radio station, YFM and music podcast, Yano Lyrics were also in the mix. Built around the  HONOR X9d 5G  and its durability-first reputation, the activation invited Menlyn shoppers to do more than browse. Those who chose to answer MC, Khanyi Mars’ questions on HONOR, the celebs, the mall along with other questions got the chance to play the super-exciting HONOR X9d Games. Getting the 24 answers right earned entry to face off in a series of unbreakable-style challenges that put toughness in the spotlight - including must-see water resistance and heat testing challenges. The Unbreakable lineup brought a familiar ...