Honor's X9c 5G is all set to launch on July 7: All you need to know
The major highlights of the Honor device include its 108MP camera with electronic and optical image stabilisation, an AI erasing tool, and a motion detection tool. The Indian version of the Honour X9c 5G will retain all of its features from its international counterpart.
The Honour X9c 5G is certified by SGS for drop resistance. Additionally, it has an IP65M rating offering protection from water splashes and dust. Honor's Power Management System supports the device's ability to operate steadily even in extremely hot or cold conditions. The phone weighs 189 grams and has a thickness of 7.98 mm.
With its huge 6,600 mAh battery and support for 66W SuperCharge, the phone can charge almost instantly. It claims that its dual stereo speaker arrangement may improve sound volume by up to three times. The gadget has a 1.5K resolution 6.78-inch curved AMOLED screen. It also features a refresh rate of 120 Hz, peak brightness of up to 4,000 nits, and a Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) dimming rate of 3,840 Hz.
The phone comes with MagicOS 9.0, Honor's latest operating system featuring intuitive gesture-driven navigation, smart personalisation capabilities, and enhanced performance optimisation that adapts to individual usage patterns.
The magicOS 9.0 is based on Android 15 thats is integrated into the system. The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 with an 8GB RAM and 256GB storage unit. The X9c 5G will be available in two colourways that are 'Jade Cyan' and 'Titanium Black'. The pricing will be revealed closer to the launch date.
Meanwhile, smartphone brand, Vivo, is set to launch their new smartphones, the X200 FE and the X Fold5. The X Fold5 is a thin and light foldable screen with a large battery of 6000 mAh, yet only weighing 217 g. On the other hand, the X200 FE has two 50MP cameras and a 6500 mAh battery built for high-end performance. Both the smartphones from Vivo are set to launch on July 14.
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