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The Citizen
2 days ago
- The Citizen
Honor 400 series redefines portraits with 200MP AI Camera and next-gen features
From spontaneous moments to authentic expressions, the AI Portrait Snap and Image to Video technology bring human emotion to life like never before. AI 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 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 R8 000 in value from the launch offer, this is a launch device that fits real life with real advantages. NOW READ: See South Africa like never before: Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro capture breathtaking views with AI SuperZoom camera
GSM Arena
5 days ago
- GSM Arena
Honor 400 review
The Honor 400 duo is globally available, and we've already checked out the Pro model. Now it's time for the vanilla Honor 400. Although the two phones share a lot of design elements, they are definitely not identical either in or out. The Honor 400 is a much more angular device with more flat surfaces. The middle frame has nicely curved edges, but that's about it. Unlike the Pro model, with its curvy display, the Honor 400 is flat on both the front and the back. It is a pretty thin and light device, which is always appreciated. Its display is a definite standout feature. It gets very bright and is also HDR-certified. Honor 400 5G specs at a glance: Body: 156.5x74.6x7.3mm, 184g; plastic frame and back; IP65 dust-tight and water resistant (low-pressure water jets), IP66 dust-tight and water resistant (high-pressure water jets), * market/region dependent availability. 156.5x74.6x7.3mm, 184g; plastic frame and back; IP65 dust-tight and water resistant (low-pressure water jets), IP66 dust-tight and water resistant (high-pressure water jets), * market/region dependent availability. Display: 6.55" AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR, 5000 nits (peak), 1264x2736px resolution, 19.48:9 aspect ratio, 460ppi. 6.55" AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR, 5000 nits (peak), 1264x2736px resolution, 19.48:9 aspect ratio, 460ppi. Chipset: Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm): Octa-core (1x2.63 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510); Adreno 720. Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm): Octa-core (1x2.63 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510); Adreno 720. Memory: 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM. 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM. OS/Software: Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 9. Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 9. Rear camera: Wide (main) : 200 MP, f/1.9, 1/1.4", PDAF, OIS; Ultra wide angle : 12 MP, f/2.2, 112-degree, AF. : 200 MP, f/1.9, 1/1.4", PDAF, OIS; : 12 MP, f/2.2, 112-degree, AF. Front camera: 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide). 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide). Video capture: Rear camera : 4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS, OIS; Front camera : 4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS. : 4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS, OIS; : 4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS. Battery: 5300mAh (as reviewed); 66W wired, 44% in 15 min, 100% in 46 min (advertised). 5300mAh (as reviewed); 66W wired, 44% in 15 min, 100% in 46 min (advertised). Connectivity: 5G; eSIM; Wi-Fi 6; BT 5.4, aptX HD; NFC; Infrared port. 5G; eSIM; Wi-Fi 6; BT 5.4, aptX HD; NFC; Infrared port. Misc: Fingerprint reader (under display, optical); stereo speakers. Although the vanilla model is missing a telephoto camera, compared to its Pro sibling, its camera setup still looks quite promising on paper. Its 200MP main camera should have enough resolution for some good digital zooms. On top of that, there is an autofocusing ultrawide, which should be able to pull double duty for macros. And a 50MP selfie rounds off the list quite well. The Honor 400 isn't exactly a performance powerhouse with its Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. However, in a rather interesting move, Honor decided to invest a lot in AI for the Honor 400 family, which also includes the regular Honor 400. You get some interesting features like image outpainting and static image to video generation seemingly for free. These are powered by Google's potent AI models and seem to run exclusively in the cloud. Rounding things off, the Honor 400 also offers a potent set of modern connectivity features. We'll make sure to go over these in the appropriate review sections. Unboxing Just like its Pro sibling, the Honor 200 ships in a relatively thin white cardboard box. It is a standard two-piece design and it is thick enough to protect the phone itself. We also didn't see any plastic inside. What we also didn't see is a charger and case - these are now gone with this generation. The accessory package is as basic as it comes, only featuring a SIM ejector tool and a USB cable. Nothing more. Page 2
The Citizen
20-06-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Honor 400 & 400 Pro launch underscores impressive AI investment, local inclusion and bold 2028 market share ambition
The Honor 400 & 400 Pro bring high-end features into a more accessible range. The Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro were launched at Kyalami Racecourse. Picture: Supplied/Honor South Africa Following 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 Communications Minister Solly Malatsi, underscoring the growing alignment between mobile innovation and digital policy. The Honor 400 & 400 Pro marks a notable shift in normalising access to premium technology. These devices bring high-end features into a more accessible range, including: The first global rollout of Google Cloud's Veo 2 Image-to-Video tool , built directly into the phone's gallery; , built directly into the phone's gallery; AI Deepfake Detection and on-device call translation to meet the privacy and productivity demands, which can detect whether the participant in a video call is using deepfake technology; and to meet the privacy and productivity demands, which can detect whether the participant in a video call is using deepfake technology; Honor's 50× AI SuperZoom , intelligent editing tools and the incredible 200MP main sensor; , intelligent editing tools and the incredible 200MP main sensor; A 6000mAh silicon-carbon battery, IP-rated build quality and MagicOS 9.0 across the range and a big storage of 12+512G. The Honor 400 is powered by a Snapdragon, while the 400 Pro introduces Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance. Both devices are supported by Android updates and security patches, a rare commitment in this segment. ALSO READ: See South Africa like never before: Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro capture breathtaking views with AI SuperZoom camera The Honor 400 Series is launched with a promotional offer: Buyers will receive R8 000 worth of additional value in the form of the Honor Choice Watch 2i, Honor Choice Earbuds X7 Lite and an Honor Choice Powerbank 10000mAh until 31 July 2025. Available from Vodacom, MTN, Telkom and Cell C, the Honor 400 is priced from R12 999 and the Honor 400 Pro from R17 999. With hardware innovation backed by long-term AI investment, Honor is further positioning itself as both a product leader and a strategic player in South Africa's mobile economy. NOW READ: WhatsApp to get ads: Here's what you need to know
The Citizen
18-06-2025
- The Citizen
See South Africa like never before: Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro capture breathtaking views with AI SuperZoom camera
The Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro set a new benchmark in mobile photography, bringing distant cityscapes into stunning, high-definition focus. South Africa just got its first close-up look at the new Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro. Judging by the immediate reaction, it did not disappoint. The series was launched at the Kyalami Racecourse in Midrand. Here, the unveiling of the Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro brought together tech, creativity and speed in a way that hit home for local users. But behind the fanfare and flashbulbs, one feature stood out, AI SuperZoom. It's the kind of innovation that quietly shifts how we take photos. More than just digital zoom, it's a smart system that brings detail forward without the blur. Whether you're photographing Table Mountain from Sea Point, trying to capture elephants from a safe distance in Pilanesberg, or zooming into the lights of the Jozi skyline, AI SuperZoom turns moments that were 'too far' into visual gold. And that's just the start. Here's 7 things that instantly change when AI SuperZoom lands in your hands. 1. You'll zoom in on life like a cinematographer Suddenly you're not just snapping photos. You're framing scenes. With 30x zoom on the Honor 400 and up to 50x on the Honor 400 Pro, you can capture a saxophonist on Long Street from across the road or spot a lion lazing in the shade at Kruger without needing a heavy lens or perfect timing. 2. You'll spot details you've walked past for years That weathered signage above the Fish Hoek café you've never noticed. The distant hilltop ruins outside Clarens? With AI SuperZoom, the camera doesn't just zoom – it finds meaning in the margins and turns the unnoticed into something worth sharing. 3. You'll become the friend who gets the shot At the rugby? On the beach? Or in the back row at that Amapiano festival or back of the stadium waiting to see that winning penalty converted. Whichever corner it's scored – you'll know instantly. AI SuperZoom means you're not just part of the moment; you're capturing it properly. Whether it's a seven-year-old's big moment on the school stage or a DJ mid-spin, distance no longer limits quality. 4. You'll start trusting zoom again For years, smartphone zoom has meant blur, noise and disappointment. Honor's AI SuperZoom changes that. It sharpens intelligently, enhances lighting and balances detail without you needing to touch a thing. The result? Zoomed photos that still feel like your vision, just closer. 5. You'll create moving memories without editing Snap a photo, then let AI Image to Video turn it into a dynamic clip. From a still frame of Constitution Hill or a portrait shot at dusk in Maboneng, you can generate a short, cinematic video with a tap. It's instant, social-ready and a real storytelling flex. 6. You'll reclaim the past with AI Upscale Got that old, printed photo of your Gogo at the Union Buildings in 1965? Use AI Upscale to restore it digitally, eliminating scratches and adding clarity. What used to be a memory trapped in fading paper becomes a high-res moment you can share with your family WhatsApp group. Take that bow. 7. You'll stop saying 'I'll edit it later' With AI Erase Passers-by and SuperZoom working in real time, your phone starts handling edits as you shoot. No more background clutter. No more cropping after the fact. The photo you wanted is the one you get, straight out of the camera. Paired with a 200MP Ultra-clear AI Camera, features like AI Image to Video, AI Erase Passers-by, and AI Upscale, the Honor 400 Series feels less like a phone and more like a creative toolkit built for the streets, skylines and stories of Mzansi. It even gets closer to the all-round value Mzansi wants – with a 5300mAh battery, 66W SuperCharge, a 5000nit Ultra Bright Display and intelligent tools running on MagicOS 9.0. Whether it's your city, your culture or the people around you, this is a lens that brings everything into focus – a creative companion for Mzansi in every beautiful daily detail. NOW READ: Trump launches new gold smartphone 'made entirely in US'
Arab News
14-06-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Honor debuts in Bahrain market with 400 Series launch
Global AI device ecosystem company Honor has officially announced its entry into the Bahrain market with the launch of its highly anticipated 400 Series. The launch event, held in collaboration with Future Communications Company, Honor's exclusive distributor in Bahrain, welcomed more than 80 guests including leading retailers and telecom operators. The event marked a significant milestone in Honor's regional expansion strategy and introduced Bahrain to the brand's latest innovation in AI-powered smartphones. During the event, Laurence Li, general manager Honor GCC, outlined the brand's global achievements, rapid growth across the region, and its long-term investment strategy for the country. Sayed Ali Kamel, senior business development manager at FCC, expressed strong confidence in the Honor brand and reaffirmed FCC's commitment to working closely with all channel partners to ensure successful market penetration and growth. The highlight of the event was the introduction of the Honor 400 and 400 Pro — both equipped with advanced AI capabilities including the industry-leading 200 MP AI camera and the new AI Creative Editor, designed to revolutionize mobile photography and visual storytelling. The Honor 400 is available in two storage variants: 12 GB + 256 GB at 154.9 Bahraini dinars ($410), and 12 GB + 512 GB at 174.9 Bahraini dinars. The 400 Pro, offering enhanced features and performance, is available in a 12 GB + 512 GB variant at 279.9 Bahraini dinars. Both devices come equipped with MagicOS 9.0, Honor's intelligent user interface based on Android 15, and feature a 6,000 mAh battery with ultra-fast charging. The Pro variant also boasts IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance for added durability. With a strong focus on innovation, design, and user experience, Honor aims to offer Bahraini consumers premium, AI-powered smartphones that empower creativity, productivity, and seamless connectivity.
