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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
Honor 400 Pro tested to see can it replace high-end phone costing twice as much
I tested the €799 Honor 400 Pro for a few weeks as my main smartphone to see if it could replace the high-end flagships that can cost twice as much. I placed my SIM in the gorgeous looking handset and used it as my primary Android device, for everything from calls and messaging apps to web browsing, video streaming and a bit of casual gaming. The 400 Pro highlights what an important international player the firm is on the Android landscape as it introduced a fun new Gemini AI tool, Image to Video (based on Google's Veo 3 software), before both Google and Samsung. READ MORE: Honor 400 Lite review: premium iPhone styling and excellent battery life for less than €300 Honor has been growing steadily in popularity in the Irish market in recent years, and its smartphones can now be snapped up at all the main network operator stores as well as SIM-free outlets such as Harvey Norman. The firm now has an authorised Irish repair centre at Fonfix, giving consumers peace of mind that they are able to get the same after-sales service as customers of more established brands such as Apple and Samsung. Honor 400 Pro smartphone (Image: Mark Kavanagh) This may do a lot to persuade potential customers to take a chance on a top-notch flagship such as Honor Magic 7 Pro that was released earlier this year. Or it could instill confidence to be tempted by a foldable such as the Magic V3 over better known rivals such as Pixel 9 Pro Fold or Galaxy Z Fold 6. But despite this, Honor's biggest impact in the Irish market so far has been in the mid-range and budget sectors and that's no surprise given the quality of the products it has been releasing in those segments. Honor 400 Pro costs less than €800 if you buy it outright - at Harvey Norman and elsewhere you can do this by spreading the cost out over the year without tying yourself to a lengthy network operator contract. The phone, incidentally, is available from free on Tesco BillPay and Tesco Mobile if you prefer to buy your handsets that way. Honor 400 Pro in everyday use For the average consumer, Honor's mid-range marvel will take care of all of their everyday needs with flagship style finesse. I can say this with conviction because the 400 Pro was enough for a heavy productivity hound such as me throughout my period of intensive testing. Honor 400 Pro smartphone camera system (Image: Mark Kavanagh) The camera system is especially pleasing. You get a 200MP primary camera with a large 1/1.4in sensor and f/1.9 aperture flanked by a 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera with autofocus and a 50MP 68mm telephoto camera with optical image stabilisation and 3x optical zoom. The 400 Pro also introduces a fun new AI feature Image to Video that can animate stills with occasionally dramatic effect. It's a great talking point and all my friends and family had strong opinions on it, both positive and negative. You get the same excellent Studio Harcourt portrait effects that debuted with the Honor 200 series and look as stunning as ever. Honor 400 Pro can capture video at up to 4K resolution and 60 frames per second (fps) on the main and telephoto cameras, while the ultrawide and 50MP f/2.0 selfie cameras are capped at 4K 30 fps. The camera module sports a refreshing new design, sitting off-centre with a polished frame that ramps up around the triple lens array which are positioned in a triangular layout. The unit is powered by the 2024 top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and 12GB RAM, which is more than enough power for multitasking and running the latest graphically intensive games. In everyday use you get smooth and responsive performance even when multitasking or working across two apps on split-screen. Gaming is well catered for too. Honor 400 Pro will run any AAA title you wish on the highest graphics settings with relative ease. Honor 400 Pro smartphone runs MagicOS 9 (Image: Mark Kavanagh) Honor 400 Pro runs the firm's imperfect but improving MagicOS 9 software atop Android 15 and it comes with lots of AI tricks and tools such as the ground-breaking Gemini Image To Video feature which was released globally first on this phone. Choose any image in your gallery and Gemini AI will transform it into a five-second video. On top of all this is a dazzling 6.7in AMOLED display with 2800x1280 FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 5000 nits when viewing HDR content. The screen also boasts the firm's renowned eye care features. Colours appear accurate, along and you will marvel at the exceptional contrast from the AMOLED panel. I love the design and build and the phone sits comfortably in the hand and screams premium just like a flagship. It reminds me a little of Huawei's flagship Pura 70 Pro. The 400 Pro has a quad-curved design on the front and glass back, with gently curved plastic rails on the sides. Despite the plastic frame, it still looks premium and it feels robustly made. Durability is not an issue and you get both IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The relatively light 205g weight is a plus point. My review unit was Midnight Black but it's also available in Lunar Grey. Other Honor 400 Pro features (Image: Mark Kavanagh) Honor 400 Pro sports pleasing stereo speakers. In Ireland, it comes with 512GB of storage as standard. The 5300mAh silicon-carbon battery will last for two days for most users. And if you do run out sooner, fear not as the device supports insane 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Another big plus is the firm now promises six years of major OS upgrades and six years of security patches. On the downside, the Magic OS Android software does not feel as smooth and slick as the operating systems on Google, Oppo and Samsung but I suspect only a tech reviewer such as me is likely to notice its minor shortcomings. Honor 400 Pro verdict Honor's great run continues on a solid smartphone performer with an impressive feature-set. Honor 400 Pro can do all the essentials for a reasonable price. You get a speedy chip, stylish design, pleasing camera hardware, flagship-grade AI tools, excellent battery and superfast charging. It's a direct competitor to similarly priced phones such as Oppo's Reno 13 Pro (which uses a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chip) and Apple's iPhone 16e (which only has one camera). It's easy after testing to see why Honor 400 Pro has become the firm's fastest selling smartphone in Ireland (and elsewhere). Honor 400 Pro pricing and availability Honor 400 Pro costs €799 from Harvey Norman. It's also available from Three and Tesco Mobile. 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CNA
5 days ago
- CNA
Honor 400 Pro review: Is this near-flagship phone worth buying?
The Honor 400 Pro is part of a growing group of near-flagship devices. These offer higher specs than mid-range phones but are priced cheaper than flagship devices. The Honor 400 Pro offers plenty for its S$899 retail price. Highlights include a capable 200MP main camera, support for 100W fast charging (charger and cable included) and a 6,000 mAh battery that easily offers one full day of battery life. Honor differentiates the 400 Pro from the pack by going big on AI-imaging features. One of the highlights of this is an image-to-video feature that converts photos into five-second video clips. Processing is handled by a previous-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which powers last year's Android flagships like the Samsung S24 Ultra and Xiaomi 14. We'll explore its AI and camera capabilities, performance and battery life. Whether you're shopping for the best near-flagship phone in Singapore or just curious about the Honor 400 Pro's capabilities, this review has you covered. AI FEATURES The Honor 400 Pro goes big on AI, integrating features like AI Eraser, Face Tune, upscaling low-res images and AI cutouts into its gallery app. If you enjoy editing your photos, then it's very useful to have all these functions integrated into the Gallery app instead of using third-party apps like Snapseed. Paired with a camera array that includes a capable 200MP main lens, it also offers AI-enabled 50x zoom. Image to video is arguably the phone's party piece. It uses Google's Veo 2 AI video engine to automatically generate five-second animated clips from photos. It takes one to two minutes to generate clips. Unlike the full-fat Veo 2 and Veo 3 engines, this version doesn't accept prompts. So, if you're dissatisfied with your results, you'll need to re-submit the photo. 00:05 Min Your results will vary tremendously. It produced a convincing clip of my dog "walking". Other attempts produced mixed results that ranged from curious to creepy. One animation of a family picture in a restaurant added random people walking behind us, even though we were in an enclosed booth. Our expressions and movements also appeared unnatural. Pro tip – don't try to create an animation from a passport photo, unless you enjoy scaring yourself silly. CAMERAS The Honor 400 Pro's rear camera array includes three lenses: 200MP Ultra-clear AI Main Camera(f/1.9, OIS) 50MP Telephoto Camera (f/2.4 , OIS) 12MP Ultra Wide Camera(f/2.2) The 200MP main camera is quite impressive, capturing detailed photos even in low light. The telephoto lens is decent though image quality does suffer at full 50X zoom. While the ultra-wide lens is useful for 0.5 selfies, images can be soft in low-light. It produces decent results in brightly-lit environments although it lacks the detail and contrast of the main lens. PERFORMANCE The Honor 400 Pro may use a year-old processor but it doesn't feel compromised in use. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset still posts competitive benchmark scores and has 12GB of RAM and 12GB of virtual RAM. In daily use, it feels fast and responsive. It performs everyday tasks smoothly. Scrolling socials and videos, editing images, chats and browsing are smooth – even when multiple apps are open. Gaming performance is good. Demanding titles like PUBG: Mobile and Call of Duty are smooth, even at high graphics settings. Honor's Magic OS 9.0 is generally fast and smooth in daily use. However, it is prone to bloatware. For instance, some pre-installed apps and services like Honor Docs duplicate more popular apps, though these can be uninstalled or disabled. DISPLAY Its 6.7 inch Amoled display, has a 2,800 x 1,280 resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate. It offers deep blacks and rich, vibrant colours and supports HDR10+. This makes it outstanding for viewing video content on supported apps like Prime Video and YouTube. BATTERY LIFE The Honor 400 Pro's 6,000mAh silicon-carbon battery easily offers enough power for an entire day of use. After about one-and-a-half days of use, I had about 30 per cent of battery life remaining. This included this included four to five hours of surfing, listening to music and watching videos. HOW IT STACKS UP The Honor 400 Pro (S$893, Usual Price: S$899) delivers a compelling blend of performance and price. From its 200MP main camera and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset to its 100W fast charging, Honor has packed serious value into this device. The Honor 400 Pro stands out for users who prioritize photography, battery life, and AI-powered features. If you're shopping for a powerful phone for under S$1,000 in Singapore, this is worth considering. Pros: Great display with HDR support, good main camera, AI-integrated imaging, automatic photo-to-video generation, good battery life Cons: Average ultra-wide camera, photo-to-video feature produces mixed results
The Citizen
14-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Honor 400 series: How slick is really slick?
The newly launched Honor 400 and 400 Pro proves that quiet design, real-world AI and performance make the loudest statement. There's a clear shift in what South Africans expect from a smartphone. Performance matters but so does style. With a frosted finish, flat edges and carefully considered colours, the new Honor 400 series looks the part, without even trying too hard. Both the Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro seize the spotlight when the cameras roll, meetings start and when the cutting-edge AI content possibilities make their entrance with a gasp. Smartphone features matter in Mzansi, which is why most new launches loudly announce their shopping list of specs. Yet, the Honor 400 series knows how confusing this can be for those wanting a device with the right form and fit. This is why they've focused on making their own flair flow into everyday life. It's like great style – it should speak for itself, without needing to be explained. That's exactly where the Honor 400 Series is slicker than the average. At a glance, they carry all the symbols of a high-end device from frosted-glass finishes, polished camera layout, symmetrical lines and simplified style. Both devices then follow through with the confidence to show up in the hands of the right people: creators, entrepreneurs, future-focused students and professionals – who don't just use their phones, they rely on them. Wherever they need to impress, they look the part from power to performance. In lecture halls and study cafés, where next-gen minds capture ideas and edit on the fly; At launch events and small business pop-ups, where content needs to be shot, cleaned and shared instantly; Behind the lens of stylists, designers and curators, where its AMOLED accuracy matters; Or on daily runs of meetings, meetings and more meetings, where battery life can't tap out early. Slick in all the right spaces The AI-enhanced camera system adds to this series' aura. A 200MP main sensor, combined with AI Portrait Snap and Veo 2-powered Image-to-Video, makes your best moment reel-ready without the need for retouching. On the Honor Pro, a 50MP telephoto and 50× AI SuperZoom takes storytelling to new heights and distances. Whether you're translating a business call or reviewing footage under pressure, the Snapdragon chips, supported by MagicOS 9.0 and a 6000mAh battery, keep it on point and on target – power that goes on and on. In an industry where specs often shout, the Honor 400 Series simply fits, effortlessly, elegantly and clearly designed for people who prefer to be noticed for all the right reasons. Because sometimes, the slickest moves are the ones that just quietly step into the spotlight.
Scottish Sun
13-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
I tried cheaper Samsung mobile rival that comes with four FREE gifts worth £289 including a Bluetooth speaker
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. Take a look at some of the photos we took with the phone below GOOD CALL I tried cheaper Samsung mobile rival that comes with four FREE gifts worth £289 including a Bluetooth speaker Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GETTING a decent smartphone doesn't have to mean breaking the bank. Even the big names like Samsung and iPhone offer more budget-friendly options these days. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 I've been trying the Honor 400 Pro for the past week Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun 5 Jamie Harris is The Sun's main smartphone reviewer Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun 5 The new device has a strange camera body on the back Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun Honor 400 Pro - buy for £549.99 with discount code A400PUK150 But there are a plethora of other lesser-known brands offering more bang for your buck too. Among those is Honor who has recently launched a new mid-range handset. It's by no means the cheapest around but fortunately there are some special deals to sweeten the deal, with gifts worth £289. As The Sun's Assistant Technology and Science Editor - and main smartphone reviewer - I get hands on with loads of devices all the time with years of experience putting many you will (and won't) have heard of through their paces. I've been using the Honor 400 Pro for the last week to see whether this latest Android effort is worth your attention and money. Honor 400 Pro: Look and feel First thing's first, the design of the Honor 400 Pro - and personally, I'm not overly keen. It's the bizarre hard-to-ignore camera module that looks like the bottom of a rocket. I realise making the camera lens blend in - or otherwise - is quite a tricky task but this approach just doesn't do it for me. However, what I do like is the silk matte glass which feels delightful on my finger tips and palm. It's also far less fingerprint prone than most devices I handle. First look at Google's new Android XR glasses with life-changing augmented reality I'm testing the Lunar Grey option - there's also black - so pretty safe colours here. The display itself is a 6.7-inch quad-curved 120Hz OLED display which is glossy, bursting with colour and detail, as well as being super bright, so no complaints on that front. At 205g it's not weighty nor is it light, but the phone does feel pretty tough for any dreaded drops. Honor 400 Pro: Performance and features The Honor 400 Pro runs on the company's own Android 15 skin, Magic OS. It's another visual element I'm not a mega fan of. When it comes to Android, I prefer the purest versions for a clean and familiar experience. But a real bugbear for me is bloatware apps, of which there are some on the Honor 400 Pro, such as Temu and ReelShort. While the 400 Pro runs off of Android 15 currently, Honor has committed to upgrade it to Android 16 by the end of this year which is a positive sign. And in terms of how long you can expect updates and security patches, the firm provides six years worth - you can see how that compares to other brands below. Who offers free updates longest? The longer you receive updates, the longer you can safely continue using your smartphone - with the latest features thrown in too for free. Samsung For the Galaxy S25 series, Samsung said it would provide at least seven generations of OS updates and seven years of security updates. OnePlus At the launch of the OnePlus 13, OnePlus committed to at least four years of Android updates and six years of security updates. Xiaomi Xiaomi offers four years off Android updates and five years security updates. Google For the Pixel 9 series, Google said that devices would receive at least seven years of support. Honor has gone big on AI tools on the 400 Pro and the one that really caught my attention is called Image To Video. With just a single image, the tech will create a short video - and it's scarily accurate. I tried it on a photo of my friend's dog and it showed her eerily moving around. The clips are only five seconds long and it's more of a party trick than anything mega useful. It's one of the many AI features made possible thanks to the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, which is market-leading. This tech also helps the phone run super smooth, so I can glide from one app to the next with a glitch, as well as handle games. Honor 400 Pro: Battery The battery is one area where the Honor 400 Pro excels with one of the biggest you'll find on a smartphone - and way above the likes of Samsung and iPhone. With moderate usage of apps like WhatsApp, occasional web browsing, as well as a bit of Spotify and Netflix, I was able to squeeze two days out of the battery. What's more, Honor goes all out on charging speed too with support for 100W. The battery is perfect for anyone who has battery anxiety and fears running out of power Alas, as is now the standard, such a charger isn't included in the box these days and I don't have one to test it myself. Fortunately, you can claim a free one as part of the gifts on offer if you buy from Honor's website. According to Honor, the Honor 400 Pro will go from zero to half full in just 15 minutes but we cannot verify this for the review. Honor 400 Pro: Camera Honor has ramped things up in the camera department with a 200-megapixel AI Main Camera. And the results are pretty stunning, with shots that are super detailed, colourful and vibrant. Just take a look at the photos I took of my friend's dog. The night mode camera also works a treat too, showing detail in my garden I couldn't see with the naked eye at midnight. 5 The camera doesn't struggle to capture all that furry detail Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun 5 Shots with very little light capture more than my eyes can see Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun Honor 400 Pro: Price So, the Honor 400 Pro costs £699.99 with 512GB which I think is a bit steep. However, at the moment, the firm is taking £150 off with an early bird discount code, bringing it down to a much more reasonable £549.99. The code to enter at the checkout is A400PUK150 which can be used on But what makes it more worthwhile are the extra gifts being thrown in to the value of £289. This includes Honor's Choice Portable Bluetooth Speaker Pro and HONOR SuperCharge Power Adapter GaN (Max 100W) so you can get those mega charging speeds. Honor 400 Pro: Verdict Despite the fact I'm not keen on that camera bulge on the back nor the insistence on bloatware apps, there's plenty to love about the Honor 400 Pro. The camera - despite being physically meh - takes undeniable great photos. Even the AI is pretty decent, if a little gimmicky. And the battery is perfect for anyone who has battery anxiety and fears running out of power. If you can get it sooner with those free extra gifts thrown in it sweetens the deal. Rating: 3 / 5 All prices in this article were correct at the time of writing, but may have since changed. Always do your own research before making any purchase.
The Irish Sun
13-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
I tried cheaper Samsung mobile rival that comes with four FREE gifts worth £289 including a Bluetooth speaker
GETTING a decent smartphone doesn't have to mean breaking the bank. Even the big names like Samsung and iPhone offer more budget-friendly options these days. 5 I've been trying the Honor 400 Pro for the past week Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun 5 Jamie Harris is The Sun's main smartphone reviewer Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun 5 The new device has a strange camera body on the back Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun Honor 400 Pro - buy for £549.99 with discount code A400PUK150 But there are a plethora of other lesser-known brands offering more bang for your buck too. Among those is Honor who has recently launched a new mid-range handset. It's by no means the cheapest around but fortunately there are some special deals to sweeten the deal, with gifts worth £289. Read more about Android As The Sun's Assistant Technology and Science Editor - and main smartphone reviewer - I get hands on with loads of devices all the time with years of experience putting many you will (and won't) have heard of through their paces. I've been using the Honor 400 Pro for the last week to see whether this latest Android effort is worth your attention and money. Honor 400 Pro: Look and feel First thing's first, the design of the Honor 400 Pro - and personally, I'm not overly keen. It's the bizarre hard-to-ignore camera module that looks like the bottom of a rocket. Most read in Phones & Gadgets I realise making the camera lens blend in - or otherwise - is quite a tricky task but this approach just doesn't do it for me. However, what I do like is the silk matte glass which feels delightful on my finger tips and palm. It's also far less fingerprint prone than most devices I handle. First look at Google's new Android XR glasses with life-changing augmented reality I'm testing the Lunar Grey option - there's also black - so pretty safe colours here. The display itself is a 6.7-inch quad-curved 120Hz OLED display which is glossy, bursting with colour and detail, as well as being super bright, so no complaints on that front. At 205g it's not weighty nor is it light, but the phone does feel pretty tough for any dreaded drops. Honor 400 Pro: Performance and features The Honor 400 Pro runs on the company's own Android 15 skin, Magic OS. It's another visual element I'm not a mega fan of. When it comes to Android, I prefer the purest versions for a clean and familiar experience. But a real bugbear for me is bloatware apps, of which there are some on the Honor 400 Pro, such as Temu and ReelShort. While the 400 Pro runs off of Android 15 currently, Honor has committed to upgrade it to Android 16 by the end of this year which is a positive sign. And in terms of how long you can expect updates and security patches, the firm provides six years worth - you can see how that compares to other brands below. Who offers free updates longest? The longer you receive updates, the longer you can safely continue using your smartphone - with the latest features thrown in too for free. Samsung For the Galaxy S25 series, Samsung said it would provide at least seven generations of OS updates and seven years of security updates. OnePlus At the launch of the OnePlus 13, OnePlus committed to at least four years of Android updates and six years of security updates. Xiaomi Xiaomi offers four years off Android updates and five years security updates. Google For the Pixel 9 series, Google said that devices would receive at least seven years of support. Honor has gone big on AI tools on the 400 Pro and the one that really caught my attention is called Image To Video. With just a single image, the tech will create a short video - and it's scarily accurate. I tried it on a photo of my friend's dog and it showed her eerily moving around. The clips are only five seconds long and it's more of a party trick than anything mega useful. It's one of the many AI features made possible thanks to the powerful This tech also helps the phone run super smooth, so I can glide from one app to the next with a glitch, as well as handle games. Honor 400 Pro: Battery The battery is one area where the Honor 400 Pro excels with one of the biggest you'll find on a smartphone - and way above the likes of Samsung and iPhone. With moderate usage of apps like WhatsApp, occasional web browsing, as well as a bit of Spotify and Netflix, I was able to squeeze two days out of the battery. What's more, Honor goes all out on charging speed too with support for 100W. The battery is perfect for anyone who has battery anxiety and fears running out of power Alas, as is now the standard, such a charger isn't included in the box these days and I don't have one to test it myself. Fortunately, you can claim a free one as part of the gifts on offer if you buy from Honor's website. According to Honor, the Honor 400 Pro will go from zero to half full in just 15 minutes but we cannot verify this for the review. Honor 400 Pro: Camera Honor has ramped things up in the camera department with a 200-megapixel AI Main Camera. And the results are pretty stunning, with shots that are super detailed, colourful and vibrant. Just take a look at the photos I took of my friend's dog. The night mode camera also works a treat too, showing detail in my garden I couldn't see with the naked eye at midnight. 5 The camera doesn't struggle to capture all that furry detail Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun 5 Shots with very little light capture more than my eyes can see Credit: Jamie Harris / The Sun Honor 400 Pro: Price So, the Honor 400 Pro costs £699.99 with 512GB which I think is a bit steep. However, at the moment, the firm is taking £150 off with an early bird discount code, bringing it down to a much more reasonable £549.99. The code to enter at the checkout is A400PUK150 which can be used on But what makes it more worthwhile are the extra gifts being thrown in to the value of £289. This includes Honor's Choice Portable Bluetooth Speaker Pro and HONOR SuperCharge Power Adapter GaN (Max 100W) so you can get those mega charging speeds. Honor 400 Pro: Verdict Despite the fact I'm not keen on that camera bulge on the back nor the insistence on bloatware apps, there's plenty to love about the Honor 400 Pro. The camera - despite being physically meh - takes undeniable great photos. Even the AI is pretty decent, if a little gimmicky. And the battery is perfect for anyone who has battery anxiety and fears running out of power. If you can get it sooner with those free extra gifts thrown in it sweetens the deal. Rating: 3 / 5 All prices in this article were correct at the time of writing, but may have since changed. Always do your own research before making any purchase.
