After the announcement back in March, HONOR has officially announced the global rollout and pricing of its latest flagship device, the HONOR Magic V6.
The new foldable smartphone aims to eliminate traditional compromises between design and performance by combining an ultra-slim profile with a high-capacity battery, enhanced durability, and cross-ecosystem compatibility that includes seamless connectivity with Apple devices.
Design and Durability Specifications
The HONOR Magic V6 features an ultra-thin form factor designed to mimic the in-hand feel of a traditional slab smartphone.
- Folded Thickness: 8.75 mm
- Unfolded Thickness: 4.0 mm (White version)
- Weight: Approximately 219g
Structural Engineering
To maintain structural integrity despite its slim profile, the device utilizes the HONOR Super Steel Hinge, which boasts an industry-leading tensile strength of 2800 MPa. This hinge is supported by an AI-assisted bionic cushioning system designed through extensive simulations to absorb and distribute impact forces during accidental drops.
The inner display incorporates UTG flexible glass to minimize screen creasing, while the outer display is protected by the HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield. This shield features a 5,600-layer silicon nitride coating to improve wear resistance and lower reflectivity. Additionally, the Magic V6 holds IP68 and IP69 ratings under IEC 60529 standards, providing verified resistance against water, dust, and high-pressure liquid sprays.
Display Capabilities
The device is equipped with dual screens supporting adaptive 1–120 Hz refresh rates:
- Outer Display: 6.52 inches with a peak brightness of 6,000 nits.
- Inner Display: 7.95 inches with a peak brightness of 5,000 nits.
Both panels feature an ultra-low reflectivity rate of 1.5% and include advanced eye-comfort technologies, such as 4320Hz PWM dimming, to reduce eye strain during prolonged use.
Hardware and Performance
The HONOR Magic V6 houses a 6,660mAh HONOR Silicon-carbon Battery, marking the largest battery capacity currently available in a foldable smartphone. The battery utilizes roughly 25% silicon content to achieve an energy density of 921Wh/L, maximizing capacity without increasing physical bulk. Charging capabilities include 80W Wired and 66W Wireless HONOR SuperCharge, alongside Wireless Reverse Charging. Power efficiency and cellular connectivity are managed via the proprietary HONOR E2 Power Enhanced Chip and advanced RF enhancements.
Camera System
The smartphone features the HONOR AI Falcon Camera System, which comprises a triple-camera matrix:
- Main Camera: 50MP Ultra Light Sensitive Camera
- Telephoto Camera: 64MP Ultra Sensing Periscope Telephoto (1/2-inch sensor, CIPA 6.5-stop image stabilization)
- Ultra-Wide Camera: 50MP Camera
The camera hardware is supplemented by AI-driven creative software, including the AI Color Engine, Magic Color 2.0, Magic Video Color, and AI Image to Video 2.0 for real-time optimization and cinematic processing.
Software and Multi-Tasking
Running on MagicOS 10, the Magic V6 introduces a suite of HONOR AI Agents—such as the AI Settings Agent, AI Photos Agent, AI Suggestion, and AI Screen Suggestions—to automate content creation, meeting workflows, and contextual actions.
For large-screen utility, the software includes Fast Flex, which activates a dual split-screen layout via a folding motion, and PC-level Multi-Flex. Powered by desktop-grade architecture, the system can run three simultaneous applications with smooth performance, effortlessly handling files exceeding 1GB.
Cross-Ecosystem Connectivity
A notable feature of the Magic V6 is its native cross-ecosystem compatibility. Through HONOR Share and Quick Share, the device can seamlessly connect with Apple hardware—including iPhones, Macs, AirPods, and Apple Watches—to support one-tap file transfers, notification mirroring, and dual-screen Mac workflows.
Google Gemini Integration
The HONOR Magic V6 integrates Google Gemini, allowing users to interact via text, voice, or imagery. Through Gemini Live, users can share their real-time camera feed or screen content to ask context-aware questions, manage schedules, and interact with connected applications.
Purchasers of the device will receive a complimentary three-month trial of Google AI Pro. This subscription grants advanced access to Gemini features, including:
- Video generation powered by Veo 3.1
- Nano Banana Pro image generation
- The AI filmmaking tool Flow
- The AI research assistant NotebookLM
- 5TB of cloud storage
Regional Pricing and Availability
The HONOR Magic V6 is offered in four color variants: Red, Gold, White, and Black.
In Malaysia, the retail price starts at RM 7,699 (USD 1918 / Rs. 1,83,955 approx.) for the 16GB + 512GB, and the 16GB + 1TB version costs RM 8899 (USD 2217 / Rs. 2,12,640 approx.). The pre-order window runs from June 4 to June 11, 2026, and includes promotional gifts valued up to RM3,797, which bundle a 2-Year Worry-Free Quality Assurance plan and a 1-Year Worry-Free Crack Protection policy.
In Singapore, the retail price starts at SGD 2,599 (USD 2026 / Rs. 1,94,050 approx.) for the 16GB + 512GB, and the 16GB + 1TB version costs SGD 2899 (USD 2259 / Rs. 2,16,450 approx.).
Following its initial rollout, the device will be introduced to markets across Europe, the Middle East, Africa (MEA), and other global regions.
Commenting on the launch, James Li, CEO of HONOR, said:
The industry needs the courage to evolve. Foldable users should never have to compromise between design, reliability, and performance. With the HONOR Magic V6, we focused on what truly matters: a natural form factor, trustworthy durability, and seamless cross-ecosystem productivity. HONOR Magic V6 reflects our commitment to building AI devices that empower people to realize their fullest potential, as we set out to do with our HONOR ALPHA PLAN.