HONOR Connect enables file-sharing across iPhone, Windows
HONOR is pushing the boundaries of multi-device connectivity with the launch of HONOR Connect, a new feature that enables file transfers across iOS, Android and Windows, the first of its kind outside of China.
The feature addresses a long-standing challenge faced by users operating across ecosystems, where sending files between iPhones and Android devices often involves cumbersome workarounds, such as third-party apps or cloud uploads.
With HONOR Connect, users can now transfer photos, videos, and documents seamlessly across phones, tablets and laptops regardless of operating system.
To activate the feature, iPhone and iPad users simply need to install the HONOR Connect app, which allows them to send and receive files with supported HONOR devices.
The feature is currently supported on the HONOR 400 series, HONOR Pad 10 and the brand's latest flagship laptop, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14.
HONOR said the new system simplifies workflows for professionals and everyday users who frequently switch between mobile and desktop platforms, offering a more streamlined approach to productivity and file sharing.
DEBUT WITH THE HONOR MAGICBOOK PRO 14
The launch coincides with the Malaysian debut of the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14, which features the full suite of HONOR Connect capabilities.
Designed for professionals and students, the MagicBook Pro 14 is equipped with a 92Wh battery that delivers up to 12 hours of typical usage.
It supports 100W HONOR SuperCharge, capable of reaching nearly 50 per cent charge in 30 minutes, and runs on 32GB RAM with 1TB SSD storage. Despite its power, the laptop weighs just 1.37kg and measures only 15.9mm thick.
Available in white with a new pearl electrophoresis finish, the laptop is built for portability, comfort and performance. Its smart dual-mode cooling system enhances heat dissipation by 8.6 per cent, and the 65W performance mode allows it to handle intensive tasks, including video editing and 3D rendering.
NOW AVAILABLE IN MALAYSIA
The HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 goes on sale in Malaysia on June 13, priced at RM4,999.
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