Honor Magic 6 Series: Leaked Renders and Specifications Surface Ahead of Launch

Honor has officially announced the upcoming release of its hotly anticipated Honor Magic 6 series smartphones. In an exciting turn of events, executives have confirmed a partnership with Porsche Design for this flagship series.

And now, leaked renders on Weibo provide a sneak peek at the design of the Magic 6 and Magic 6 Pro. Let's take a look.

Certifications Reveal Fast Charging and 5G Connectivity

The vanilla Magic 6 smartphone and its Pro counterpart have both been spotted in 3C certification (via MySmartPrice), shedding light on essential features. The certifications confirm the inclusion of fast charging capabilities and robust 5G connectivity.

Honor Magic 6: What to Expect

Display and Protection Features

The upcoming Magic 6 is expected to outshine its predecessor, the Magic 5 series, with significant improvements. Leaks suggest a curved AMOLED display with 3840Hz PWM dimming, a feature common in other Honor smartphones. Additionally, the device is rumored to incorporate Oasis eye protection and Jurhino display protection, offering enhanced durability against scratches and cracks.

Performance and Battery

Honor aims to power the Magic 6 with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, promising a performance boost. Running on Magic OS 8.0 based on Android 14 out of the box, the smartphone is expected to house a substantial 5800mAh Qinghai Lake Battery, ensuring lasting power.

Camera Setup and Security Features

Leaked renders reveal a circular camera layout for the Magic 6, featuring a 50MP primary sensor with variable aperture support and Optical Image Stabilisation. Complemented by a 50MP ultrawide lens and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, the device is anticipated to offer IP68 water and dust resistance. The security features may include a security chip for radio frequency enhancement and satellite communication capabilities.

Magic 6 Pro: Faster Charging and Enhanced Camera Setup

The 3C certification for the Magic 6 Pro unveils support for 100W wired fast charging. The Pro variant is expected to house a powerful camera setup, including a 50MP OmniVision OV50H primary sensor, a 50MP ultrawide sensor, and an impressive 160MP periscope telephoto lens. The OLED panel with a 2K resolution adds to the Pro's appeal.

Anticipated Launch and Potential Shift in Focus

While Honor gears up for the launch of the Honor 90 GT and the Honor Pad 9 tablet on December 21 in China, speculations suggest that the focus will soon shift to the Magic 6 series, potentially debuting in the second week of January 2024.