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IOL News
2 days ago
- IOL News
HONOR 400 Series Redefines Portraits with 200MP AI Camera and Next-Gen Features
AI Portrait Snap senses movement and expression to capture natural moments. whether it's a sudden laugh or a reflective glance, there's no blur or the need for (edited-looking) filters. 2, allows you to transform any portrait into a brief, polished clip in seconds. It's instantly helpful for sharing without editing apps. MP main sensor teams up with AI tools such as Erase Passers-by and Remove Reflection to deliver sharp images, with up to 30× zoom via the main lens. There is a hard to ignore 50× zoom on the The AMOLED displays are once again a must see, with 6.55 inches on the HONOR 400, 6.7 inches on the HONOR 400 Pro . These specs means that the devices stay impressively visible in sunlight, while the large, silicon-carbon battery (up to 6000 mAh) means you can shoot even when that sun turns into a moon.
News24
2 days ago
- News24
HONOR 400 reimagines smartphone portrait photos with AI
A.I is reshaping how a lot of Mzansi is thinking about their smartphones. It's not the flashy claims, that interests the country anymore but the everyday connections. (Also, reducing FOMO). Rising to this need, the newly released HONOR 400 and HONOR 400 Pro introduce an AI-enhanced camera that works quietly but powerfully behind every shot. It's a new device building on the brand's focus on the future. 5 Ways HONOR's AI camera puts South African storytellers first 1. Perfect timing, every time AI Portrait Snap senses movement and expression to capture natural moments. whether it's a sudden laugh or a reflective glance, there's no blur or the need for (edited-looking) filters. 2. Turn photos into short clips Image to Video, powered by Google Cloud's Veo 2, allows you to transform any portrait into a brief, polished clip in seconds. It's instantly helpful for sharing without editing apps. 3. 200 MP clarity with no bulky extras The impressive 200 MP main sensor teams up with AI tools such as Erase Passers by and Remove Reflection to deliver sharp images, with up to 30× zoom via the main lens. There is a hard to ignore 50× zoom on the HONOR Pro version. 4. Bright screens and long days The AMOLED displays are once again a must see, with 6.55 inches on the HONOR 400, 6.7 inches on the HONOR 400 Pro. These specs means that the devices stay impressively visible in sunlight, while the large, silicon carbon battery (up to 6000 mAh) means you can shoot even when that sun turns into a moon. 5. A phone that evolves Here for the long run, they are powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 running MagicOS 9.0. The value increases over time with both devices benefiting from 6 years of Android and security updates. Across lifestyles through Mzansi, the HONOR 400 and HONOR Pro, offer more than taking great photos. They intelligently save time, tidy, enhance and animate, so content is less about gear and more about your needs. Coupled with the added R8000 in value from the launch offer this is a launch device that fits real life with real advantages.
The South African
2 days ago
- The South African
HONOR 400 Series Redefines Portraits with 200MP AI Camera and Next-Gen Features
Home » HONOR 400 Series Redefines Portraits with 200MP AI Camera and Next-Gen Features HONOR 400 Series Redefines Portraits with 200MP AI Camera and Next-Gen Features. Image: Supplied AI is reshaping how a lot of Mzansi is thinking about their smartphones. It's not the flashy claims that interest the country anymore, but the everyday connections. (Also, reducing FOMO). Rising to this need, the newly released HONOR 400 and HONOR 400 Pro introduce an AI-enhanced camera that works quietly but powerfully behind every shot. It's a new device building on the brand's focus on the future. 5 Ways HONOR's AI Camera Puts South African Storytellers First Perfect timing, every time AI Portrait Snap senses movement and expression to capture natural moments. Whether it's a sudden laugh or a reflective glance, there's no blur or the need for (edited-looking) filters. Turn photos into short clips Image-to-Video, powered by Google Cloud's Veo 2, allows you to transform any portrait into a brief, polished clip in seconds. It's instantly helpful for sharing without editing apps. 200 MP clarity with no bulky extras The impressive 200 MP main sensor teams up with AI tools such as Erase Passers-by and Remove Reflection to deliver sharp images, with up to 30× zoom via the main lens. There is a hard to ignore 50× zoom on the HONOR Pro version. Bright screens and long days The AMOLED displays are once again a must see, with 6.55 inches on the HONOR 400, 6.7 inches on the HONOR 400 Pro. These specs mean that the devices stay impressively visible in sunlight, while the large, silicon-carbon battery (up to 6000 mAh) means you can shoot even when that sun turns into a moon. A phone that evolves Here for the long run, they are powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 running MagicOS 9.0. The value increases over time with both devices benefiting from 6 years of Android and security updates. Across lifestyles through Mzansi, the HONOR 400 and HONOR Pro, offer more than taking great photos. They intelligently save time, tidy, enhance and animate, so content is less about gear and more about your needs. Coupled with the added R8000 in value from the launch offer, this is a launch device that fits real life with real advantages.
The Citizen
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
The HONOR 400 and HONOR 400 Pro are about to flip the script on mobile creativity
The HONOR 400 and HONOR 400 Pro are about to flip the script on mobile creativity HONOR is, yet again, ready to launch exciting new innovation. The new HONOR 400 and HONOR 400 Pro are not just smartphones. They're creative companions built for how South Africans actually use their phones. Think fewer edits, fewer apps and more 'wow, that's from a phone?' Photos That Move You Creativity goes next-level with AI Image to Video, co-developed with Google Cloud, which turns your still shots into short, dynamic videos in under a minute. Think moving postcards, vibe reels, and moodboard moments – all in MP4 or vertical format, ready for socials. You can try it free until 31 August, with up to 10 free video creations a day. And with the new Moving Photo Collage, you can blend 2 to 9 motion shots into a single reel – storytelling made simple, right from your gallery. With the 200MP Ultra-clear AI Camera and an all-new AI Creative Editor, you can go from a street snap to a social-ready visual story in seconds. It's the kind of tech that turns everyday scenes into cinema, whether you're in Braam or Bantry Bay. Built for the Mzansi Pace All this is powered by a long-lasting 6000mAeven in the midday sun. Whether you're shooting, sharing, or streaming, the HONOR 400 Series keeps up.h battery, lightning-fast 100W HONOR SuperCharge and a 5000nit Ultra Bright Display that keeps content clear, We're thrilled to announce that HONOR is partnering with Afrotainment at this year's Hollywoodbets Durban July, the most iconic event on the South African social calendar. Experience the glamour and entertainment in style at the exclusive Afrotainment Marquee. Tickets are still available via Ticketpro – At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
4 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Minister Malatsi's silence at the Honor Smartphone Launch: A missed opportunity?
The HONOR 400 was launched at the Kyalami Racetrack on Thursday night. Image: Supplied It was heart warming to see the Minister of Communications, Solly Malatsi, attending the launch of the flagship smartphone device by Honor, the Chinese mobile device company. It was not the first time the Minister attended a high profile tech event. Not so long ago he attended another tech event hosted the Tik Tok Summit in Cape Town. Clearly, the Minister likes all things Tech it seems. During the Tik Tok Summit he said what I thought should have been repeated at the Honor launch. He spoke about the need to support the creative economy in South Africa. Yet, he did not even speak at the Honor event. What is interesting is that during the same week that the Minister was attending the event, in the US the Trump family launched a Trump branded smartphone. While it's a terrible idea for a sitting President to launch a telecommunications product while he's also indirectly regulating it (through the US Securities and Exchange Commission) I could not help but admire the thought behind the idea. Let me explain the beauty behind a homegrown device, which provides services that could be of benefit to the citizens. Imagine if the Minister of Communications had stood up and requested Honor to develop a smartphone for the African continent, starting with South Africa as a primary and launch market. Such a smartphone could probably come pre-installed with major African developed Apps or even be designed to only embrace local tech. Just think about its apps that may include SABC Plus and Showmax for entertainment, Ayoba and Socialise for social networking, Siyavula and other online education platforms for education. In addition to current apps, imagine the opportunity such a device would create for local app developers to contribute towards building the local apps economy. If that is not enough, just imagine employment opportunities that could arise from a smartphone that is locally produced. During the launch, Honor showed signs that they were ready to embrace local by announcing their partnership with the South African Football Association. What if such a partnership could lead to the development of the local online games development starting first with a PSL and SAFA online games. Once again Honor showed signs that they were ready to support innovation by announcing a $10 billion (R181bn) fund that could support innovation across the world. What if at least 1% of that fund could be channelled towards the development of the local technology industry. Video Player is loading. 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Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading I was not in the room when the Minister of Communications was chatting with the Honor (South Africa) CEO, Fred Zhou, however, I do hope that the Minister raised some of these points and if not may be he can raise them in future engagements with the Honor (South Africa) executive leadership. The company is no stranger to innovation. It has been around for many years. Honor was officially founded in 2013. The Chinese technology company was created to help Huawei target a more budget-oriented consumer audience in China. Although it's no longer part of Huawei, it seems to have borrowed and learnt a lot from its cutting edge innovations. Honor first branched out to an international market in 2014, choosing Malaysia as its first location outside of China. In October 2017 Honor spread its wings into Europe. Its first product in Europe was the Honor 6 and the company managed to sell 20 million phones in the first half of 2015. Honor grew quickly, as a result you are likely to find the brand in most countries around the world. Following a strong uptake of its AI-powered innovations in South Africa, Honor has introduced the new Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro. This is a launch that could further entrench the brand's momentum in the local mid-to-premium market. Unveiled at Kyalami Racecourse, the event brought together government and industry voices, including Malatsi, underscoring the growing alignment between mobile innovation and digital policy. Honor's Zhou announced that their goal is to become, 'Top 1 in 2028' or the leading smartphone brand in South Africa. The company is armed with a price strategy that is accompanied with great quality. I do believe that will not be enough. An Honor smartphone designed for Africa and produced in South Africa may be a better strategy. Wesley Diphoko is a Technology Analyst and Editor-in-Chief of Fast Company (South Africa) magazine. Image: Supplied Wesley Diphoko is a Technology Analyst and the Editor-In-Chief of FastCompany (SA) magazine. *** The views expressed here do not necessarily represent those of Independent Media or IOL. BUSINESS REPORT
