Honor Magic V3 Foldable Unveiled: Slim Design, Powerful Specs, and Stylish Colors
Honor is set to launch its latest foldable smartphone, the Magic V3, on July 12th in China. As the successor to last year's ultra-slim Magic V2, the new model promises to push the boundaries of foldable design even further.
Sleek Design and Premium Materials
Recent teasers from Honor have given us our first glimpse of the Magic V3's design:
- An octagonal camera module with a metallic gold border
- A periscope telephoto lens for enhanced zoom capabilities
- Premium materials including leather and metal finishes
- Multiple color options including orange, black, green, and white
The orange variant features a faux leather back for improved grip, while the white model appears to have a glass finish. Honor claims the Magic V3 will be even thinner than its predecessor, which was already impressively slim at just 4.8mm unfolded.
Powerful Specifications
While full details are still under wraps, rumored specs for the Magic V3 include:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
- At least 16GB of RAM
- 5,000 mAh battery with 66W fast charging
- 50MP main camera
- Periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom
- Satellite connectivity
Display Technology
If the Magic V3 follows in its predecessor's footsteps, we can expect high-quality folding and cover displays:
- The Magic V2 featured a 7.92-inch 120Hz OLED foldable display (2156 x 2344 pixels)
- It was paired with a 6.43-inch 120Hz OLED cover display (1060 x 2376 pixels)
Launch Event Details
Honor will unveil the Magic V3 alongside several other products on July 12th:
- Honor Magic Vs3 (a potentially more affordable foldable)
- Honor MagicPad 2 tablet (12.3-inch display)
- Honor MagicBook Art 14 notebook
With its combination of cutting-edge design, powerful internals, and premium materials, the Honor Magic V3 looks poised to make a strong impression in the competitive foldable smartphone market.
Update: Thursday July 18 05:10
The Honor Magic V3 is set to launch in the UK market soon, with Honor teasing its release on their official UK website. The device boasts an even thinner profile than its predecessor, measuring just 9.2mm when closed and 4.35mm when opened. It features a 7.92-inch inner display and a 6.43-inch outer display, both with LTPO technology and high brightness levels. The Magic V3 is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, runs MagicOS 8.0.1 based on Android 14, and includes a 5150mAh battery. The camera system comprises a 50MP main sensor, 50MP telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom, 40MP ultrawide, and dual 20MP selfie cameras. Honor is promoting the UK launch through a Magic Insider program, offering trials and prizes to build anticipation.
