Honor Magic V3: The Thinnest Foldable Phone Yet

Introduction

The Magic V3 takes what the previous generation did and brings an entirely thinner profile to the foldable market. Measuring just 9.2mm thick when folded, the Magic V3 launches globally as the most pocketable foldable phone available.

Design and Display

Honor is no stranger to developing impossibly thin foldables. The Magic V2 set records with a thickness of just 9.9mm. This year, Honor pushes the envelope further with the global launch of the Magic V3, a foldable even thinner than its predecessor.

The Magic V3 features a 6.43-inch OLED LTPO external cover screen with a resolution of 2376 x 1060 and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. When unfolded, it reveals a 7.92-inch OLED panel with a resolution of 2344 x 2156, also reaching the same refresh rate.

Innovative Features

One of the major upgrades in the Magic V3 is the new “Super Steel Hinge,” which allows for a much thinner phone while providing a good overall user experience. The internal display includes advanced features like non-newtonian fluid coatings and nanoscale anti-wear coatings to ensure longevity.

Performance and Software

Internally, the Magic V3 is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with 12GB of RAM. This setup supports Honor’s proprietary AI features like AI Eraser and Notes Live Translation. Running on Honor’s own version of Android 14 in MagicOS 8.0.1, the device is equipped with a 5,150mAh battery and a specialized E1 chipset for improved power efficiency.

Camera System

The back of the device houses a triple camera system with a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 40MP ultrawide unit. These cameras are arranged in a typical Honor-styled camera bump.

Availability and Pricing

The Magic V3 will be available in Black, Green, and Reddish Brown globally in the coming weeks. Pricing in the UK is set at €1,999. Unfortunately, the Magic V3 will likely not be available in the US.

Stay tuned for our detailed review coming soon.