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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.
Mid East Info
2 days ago
- Mid East Info
HONOR Announces the Official Availability of HONOR 400 Lite in the Saudi Market - Middle East Business News and Information
Experience AI-powered photography and impressive outdoor viewing like never before Global technology brand HONOR announced the official availability of the highly anticipated HONOR 400 Lite. With its cutting-edge AI photography features and premium display experience, the HONOR 400 Lite is designed for users who value creativity, clarity, and convenience, whether they're exploring the city, attending special events, or enjoying the outdoors. The device delivers three standout features that speak directly to the lifestyle of users in the region: a dedicated AI Camera Button for fast, effortless content capture, a 108MP Street Style Portrait camera that transforms everyday portraits into powerful stories, and a 3500nits AMOLED display that maintains peak brightness even under direct sunlight. Capture Every Moment Instantly with the AI Camera Button: The HONOR 400 Lite introduces a game-changing AI Camera Button, a dedicated physical button that brings speed and intelligence to smartphone photography. A single press opens the camera app, a quick tap captures a photo, and a long press instantly starts recording video. For those incredible moments like your child taking their first steps, there's no struggling to launch your camera to capture these precious moments. With the AI Camera Button, you'll always be able to capture the moments that matter and relive them time and time again. The feature extends beyond photography as well. With one press, users can also activate Smart Vision via Google Lens to identify local landmarks, translate signs in real time, or find online listings for items spotted in stores. This makes the HONOR 400 Lite the ideal companion for travellers, students, and everyday explorers. 108MP Street Style Portraits for Powerful Visual Storytelling: The HONOR 400 Lite's 108MP main camera is built for capturing life's most expressive moments. Featuring a wide f/1.75 aperture, it excels in both daylight and evening conditions, offering vibrant color, fine detail, and professional-quality results in every shot. The device supports three dedicated portrait modes: 1x Environmental Portrait, 2x Classic Portrait, and 3x Close-up Portrait, giving users full creative control over how they frame their shots. For outdoor events such as a pool party with friends, Environmental Portrait mode helps to highlight both your subject and the scenic surroundings. Classic Portrait adds focus and emotional depth that is perfect for family portraits, while Close-up Portrait showcases intricate details like sparkling jewellery or expressive facial features. Exceptional AI Powered Photography: In addition to its productivity-enhancing features, the HONOR 400 Lite stands out with its advanced AI photography capabilities, designed for users who want to capture life's dynamic moments effortlessly. The AI Motion Sensing Capture uses an innovative speed capture algorithm powered by an AI network trained on diverse scenarios. This allows the camera to detect motion in real time and automatically switch to high frame rate mode, utilizing a high-speed shutter to freeze the action. As a result, users can enjoy perfectly timed, crystal-clear motion shots that preserve memorable moments with exceptional precision. Additionally, the Moving photo feature enables users to capture vivid, live moments in just 3 seconds. Moreover, The HONOR 400 Lite brings a collection of sophisticated AI-powered photo editing tools crafted to elevate users' portrait experience. Featuring magic retouching capabilities like AI Eraser and AI OutPainting. The AI Eraser[1] on the HONOR 400 Lite uses advanced AI technology to effortlessly remove unwanted elements from photos, helping users to preserve their memories without distractions. The AI Outpainting feature on the HONOR 400 Lite uses cutting-edge AI to expand the boundaries of users' photos, essentially 'painting' beyond the original edges of the image. It intelligently analyzes the composition, patterns, and context of a picture to extend it seamlessly, creating a larger, more complete scene while maintaining visual coherence and artistic harmony. Ultra-Bright AMOLED Display Built for Seamless Outdoor Viewing: With its 6.7-inch AMOLED display reaching a remarkable 3500nits peak brightness, the HONOR 400 Lite delivers crystal-clear visuals even under the most intense sunlight. Photos taken at the beach will be even easier to capture and review, with the screen remaining crisp, vivid, and easy to read without glare or squinting. The display combines ultra-bright clarity with 120Hz refresh rate for silky-smooth interactions and a 1080×2412 resolution with 100% DCI-P3 color gamut for lifelike color reproduction. This makes it perfect for everything from streaming your favorite videos to editing photos on the go. HONOR's commitment to consumer eye care is reflected in the HONOR 400 Lite, which boasts seven advanced eye comfort features, including 3840Hz PWM dimming, dynamic brightness adjustment, and circadian night display, all of which help reduce eye fatigue and improve comfort. For users who spend extended periods of time reading or watching content on their phone, the HONOR 400 Lite works intelligently to adapt to different lighting conditions for a more comfortable experience. Running on MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15, the HONOR 400 Lite offers features like AI Magic Portal for instant app guidance and Magic Capsule for quick notification interactions. The AI Translation tool supports multiple languages, enabling seamless communication across various scenarios. With its blend of advanced AI tools, powerful hardware, and sleek design, the HONOR 400 Lite delivers a user-friendly and versatile experience. Price and Availability: The HONOR 400 Lite is now available in three refined color options: Velvet Grey, Velvet Black, and Marrs Green, priced at SAR 899. Upon purchase, customers will get free services worth SAR 299 including 1 year back cover insurance and 1 year screen insurance. HONOR 400 Lite is available through the HONOR online store, the HONOR Experience Store, Jarir Bookstore, Extra, STC, Lulu, Amazon, Noon, and other major retailers. About HONOR : HONOR is a global leading AI device ecosystem company. It is committed to revolutionizing human-to-device interactions to bridge the AI ecosystem with all consumers in the agentic AI era and beyond. The company endeavors to open industrial boundaries through open, seamless collaboration to co-create a value-sharing ecosystem with industry partners. With an innovative product portfolio spanning AI phones, PCs, tablets, wearables and more, HONOR aims to empower every human, enabling everyone to embrace the new intelligent world.
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!
Syyaha
4 days ago
- Syyaha
HONOR Unveils the Powerhouse HONOR MagicBook Pro 14
(Riyadh, KSA – 23.06.2025) Global technology brand HONOR today announced the launch of the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14, a cutting-edge laptop designed to elevate user experience. Incredibly thin at almost 15.9mm thick, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 comes with a 92Wh Mega Battery,14.6-inch 3.1K OLED HONOR Eye Comfort Display, all-new Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors and AI Cross-OS WorkStation, setting a new standard in the laptop market. Long-lasting Power with Rapid Charging The new HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 is equipped with an industry-first 92Wh Lithium Polymer battery in a 14-inch form factor, offering unmatched battery life. Users can get up to 12 hours[1] of typical office use, minimizing the need for a charger during a full workday. Backed by AI-enabled HONOR Turbo X technology, the laptop further integrates a system-level performance and power optimization engine, ensuring strong performance while maximizing battery life. The HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 is also equipped with 100W SuperCharge technology, which charges the laptop to approximately 47% in just 30 minutes[2] and reaches a full charge in about 68 minutes[3]. It also supports 60W reverse fast charging, enabling HONOR smartphones and tablets to be charged on the go, ensuring all devices remain powered[4]. Exceptional Display with Comprehensive Eye Care Features The HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 features a remarkable 14.6-inch Eye Comfort HONOR Full View Display[5] that enhances the overall viewing experience. With a regular brightness of 500nits[6] and peak brightness reaching 700nits[7], paired with intelligent brightness adjustment, the display offers optimal visibility in any lighting condition. The 3120 × 2080 resolution and 3:2 aspect ratio provide a sharp, detailed image, ideal for both productivity and media consumption. The ultra-thin 3.75mm bezels allow the laptop to achieve an impressive 91.5% screen-to-body ratio, contributing to a truly immersive viewing experience. Supporting a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut[8], a True 10-bit color depth, and ΔE<0.5[9] for color accuracy, the display ensures vibrant, lifelike visuals. Additionally, the 120Hz refresh rate[10] guarantees smooth and fluid performance across work, entertainment, and gaming. Prioritizing users' well-being, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 integrates advanced eye-care technologies to ensure a comfortable viewing experience. Featuring 4320Hz PWM Flicker-Free Dimming[11] technology, the display significantly reduces or eliminates flicker, which can help prevent eye strain and discomfort. Additionally, the Dynamic Dimming[12] technology adjusts brightness to replicate natural light changes, promoting ciliary muscle activity and reducing eye fatigue. The E-book Mode[13] simulates the display effect of real paper, offering a more eye-friendly reading experience. With these cutting-edge eye care solutions, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 enhances daily usability and visual comfort, as proven by the TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) Certification[14] and the TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification[15]. Unmatched Performance for Maximum Efficiency Featuring the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 285H, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 provides a powerful and balanced computing experience. With 16 cores and 16 threads, it ensures seamless multitasking and responsive performance for daily tasks, creative workflows, and demanding applications. The processor's P-Core Max Turbo Frequency reaches up to 5.4GHz[16], delivering fast and stable performance for resource-intensive programs. With an 80W performance mode toggle, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 excels in triple-A gaming, design software, and productivity tasks—all within a compact 14-inch form factor. Whether editing videos, rendering graphics, or managing multiple apps, this laptop guarantees a smooth and efficient experience. The HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 is equipped with HONOR's new intelligent cooling system featuring a dual-mode thermal design, ensuring efficient heat dissipation and maintaining high-level performance. Central to this system is the inside blowout thermal architecture, paired triangle wing fins, which increase the heat dissipation area by 8.6%[17]. This innovative design enhances performance in thermal-intensive tasks by up to 60%[18], providing a smooth and stable experience across various use cases. The asymmetrical fan design boosts airflow by 23%[19], while the 12mm 3D composite heat dissipation pipe improves thermal efficiency by 25%[20], allowing the laptop to remain cool under load. The system adapts to user needs with two distinct performance modes. In Smart Mode[21], the device runs quietly at 50W, ideal for web browsing and office work. When more power is needed, High-powered Mode[22] unlocks 80W performance, offering the thermal headroom required for demanding tasks. Smart User Experience for Unparalleled Convenience The HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 enhances connectivity and efficiency when paired with the HONOR WorkStation. Featuring user-friendly tools like HONOR Connect, Global Favorites, HONOR Notes and HONOR Share[23], the system enables seamless synchronization and collaboration across multiple devices. With its intuitive design, users can effortlessly access, share, and organize content between devices, streamlining workflows and boosting productivity. HONOR Share[24] simplifies the transfer of files between HONOR devices and iPhone[25]. This feature allows for the seamless exchange of documents, images, and videos without interrupting active tasks or applications. By streamlining file sharing, HONOR Share enhances workflow efficiency and supports improved productivity. The HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 also provides users with freely expandable storage. Featuring LPDDR5x RAM options of 32GB, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 delivers blazing data transfer speeds of up to 8400MT/s for extensive multitasking and fast responsiveness across applications. A 1TB[26] PCIe 4.0 SSD ensures rapid system boot-up and quick file access, while an additional M.2 2280 slot allows for easy storage expansion, ideal for heavy workloads or growing content libraries. Designed to support a wide range of everyday and professional scenarios, the laptop offers a comprehensive port configuration. It includes two USB 3.2 Gen2 ports with data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps and 5V/2A power output, two USB 3.2 Gen1 ports with speeds up to 5Gbps and 5V/2A power output, an HDMI 2.1b port capable of outputting 4K at 60Hz to an external display, and a 3.5mm stereo headset jack. This thoughtful layout enables seamless connection to peripherals, storage devices, and external displays, eliminating the need for extra adapters. Pricing and Availability The HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 will be available in Starry Gray. Consumers can purchase it starting from tommorow at a price of SAR 3,999 for the Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor version, and SAR 4,999 for the Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor version. Upon purchase, customers will receive exclusive gifts worth SAR 767, including a mouse, a backpack, and a Microsoft Office 365 subscription. HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 is available through the HONOR online store, the HONOR Experience Store, Jarir Bookstore, Extra, STC, Lulu, Amazon, Noon, and other major retailers. [1] Data is sourced from Honor Lab, tested under the conditions of 25℃ room temperature, factory default settings, 200nits brightness, Windows updates turned off, network connected, and power mode set to balanced. The usage time may vary with different configurations, please refer to the actual situation. [2] Data from HONOR Labs. Test requirements: Use standard or optional charger. The device is being charged in shutdown state. [3] Data from HONOR Labs. Test requirements: Use standard or optional charger. The device is being charged in shutdown state. [4] Require using the standard or optional dedicated charger to charge while the system remains in sleep mode. [5] HONOR FullView Display generally refers to the screen of an HONOR device with narrow bezels and a high screen-to-body ratio. [6] Typical Values. [7] Typical Values. [8] Typical Values. [9] The average ΔE＜0.5 is a typical factory value. Data comes from the HONOR Lab. The color accuracy may vary slightly depending on screen time, testing instruments, testing environments, and color combinations. Please refer to the actual experience. [10] The actual refresh rate may vary slightly under different app interfaces. Please refer to the actual experience. [11] This product is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment. [12] This product is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment. [13] This product is not medical equipment and is not available for treatment. [14] The screen has passed TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) Certification and TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification. This product is not for medical use and is not available for treatment. [15] The screen has passed TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) Certification and TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification. This product is not for medical use and is not available for treatment. [16] Data from Intel Labs. [17] Data from HONOR labs. [18] Data from HONOR labs. [19] Data from HONOR labs. [20] Data from HONOR labs. [21] Smart-powered Mode is enabled by default. [22] High-powered Mode is enabled by pressing Fn+P. Connection to power supply is required for High-powered Mode. [23] This function is only available for some HONOR MagicBook models with PC Manager version 16.0 or above and some HONOR tablet and phone models running MagicOS 6.0 and above. [24] This function is only available for some HONOR MagicBook models with PC Manager version 16.0 or above and some HONOR tablet and phone models running MagicOS 6.0 and above. [25] This feature requires downloading HONOR Share from the Apple App Store and upgrading HONOR WorkStation to the latest version. [26] Storage availability may vary by region. The actual available storage capacity is less than the stated value due to the system's occupation of space.
