Global technology brand HONOR officially launched the world’s thinnest foldable phone, the HONOR Magic V2, for only Php 79,999. Exciting pre-order freebies come with it: an HONOR Watch GS 3 and a Harman Kardon Aura Studio 4 HIFI Speaker, worth Php 28,000 in total! HONOR Magic V2 is now available for pre-order on HONOR Experience and Partner Stores or online via Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.
“The HONOR Magic V2 redefines the benchmark for foldable smartphones while prioritizing the essentials of a top-tier slate phone. The ultra-slim device is crafted to offer unparalleled functionality and a sleek, sophisticated design that is unrivaled in the market,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.
HONOR Super-light Titanium Hinge: A Groundbreaking First
For the first time, HONOR has used titanium alloy in the hinge cover. This aerospace-grade material is a pioneering innovation in the hinge design of foldable smartphones. Titanium has the ideal balance between weight and strength, being lighter than aluminum and stronger than steel. It combines ultra-lightness, ultra-toughness, and ultra-corrosion-resistance. As a result, it is the perfect alloy for a plethora of applications.
The HONOR research and development team ran numerous verifications and tests. They proved that titanium alloy is a superior alternative to other conventional materials for the hinge shaft cover. Compared to aluminum alloy shaft covers, titanium alloy exhibits an impressive 150% higher strength. This makes it a much more desirable option for a lightweight foldable smartphone.
Meanwhile, titanium alloy has a higher melting point of 1650°C. More conventional foldable hinge materials such as aluminum alloys melt at only 650°C. This also shows the unparalleled strength of HONOR’s all-new improved hinge.
Proprietary Steel in the Hinge Body
In addition, HONOR created its own proprietary steel for the hinge’s main body. This cutting-edge material is inspired by steel used in tunnel boring applications. It offers a perfect balance between thinness and durability, resulting in a slim and robust design that sets a new standard for excellence.
This material is 25% thinner and 20% stronger than its counterpart in HONOR Magic Vs. What’s more, it makes up 67% of the hinge. Because it forms most of the hinge mechanism, it complements the titanium alloy. Together, they give the HONOR Magic V2 the robustness to withstand the wear and tear of everyday use.
Advanced structure
The redesigned support structure of the hinge significantly improves on its predecessor. Its thickness is reduced by an impressive 75%, and the depth of fold marks on the inner screen is reduced by 47%.
Furthermore, the HONOR Magic V2’s hinge has a unique advanced “brake caliper” damping structure. It has seven sets of cams, three more than HONOR’s previous foldables. The structure provides a more stable and elegant experience with smooth opening and closing. Thanks to this component, the hinge enables an exceptional free hovering experience at different angles. Users enjoy features like hover photography, hover movie viewing, and hover conferencing, among other practical applications.
Another latest breakthrough is HONOR’s self-developed micro lock, a connective component built with HONOR’s proprietary steel. This minuscule component is about the size of a grain of rice. It is 20 to 100 times smaller than its counterparts in the previous HONOR foldable smartphone. This precision-manufactured, lightweight, and robust component prevents screen misalignment and creases, ensuring optimal performance.
In HONOR’s pursuit of absolute thinness, even inconspicuous components such as screws are innovated. Inside the Titanium Alloy Hinge, custom short screws minimize the height of the hinge structure. They do so without compromising the robustness of the mechanism.
HONOR’s proprietary micro lock, applied to the hinge components’ connections, represents a breakthrough in craftsmanship. The fusion of ultra-precise manufacturing techniques and robust materials effectively mitigates fold marks from screen misalignments. Additionally, the custom high-precision nuts offer a one-of-a-kind fastening solution for securing hinge components. These are the industry’s most accurate and compact nuts (0.75 x φ2.9mm). This innovative fastening structure outperforms conventional nuts and optimizes space utilization within the device.
Manufacturing
The mortise and tenon integral molding technology allows successful integration of the hinge shaft cover and hinge body. This significantly reduces the internal space and overall thickness of the hinge. HONOR’s innovative approach and its dedication to introducing increasingly “slender” foldable smartphones offer a comprehensive solution. They address the long-standing issue of thickness in folding display screens.
Thanks to these breakthrough innovations, the HONOR Magic V2 can withstand more than 400,000 folds. Its exceptional properties pave the way for worry-free usage, even if the user folds the device 100 times a day. This ensures a lifespan of up to ten years.
New Architecture for More Space and Power
The traditional “three-layer stacked” screen driver architecture has long been a major obstacle to putting large batteries in thin and light folding screen mobile phones. HONOR incorporated a groundbreaking “three-in-one” display driver component. This freed up additional internal space and allowed HONOR to fit a 5000mAh Silicon-carbon Battery within the HONOR Magic V2.
Embedding a 5000mAh battery into such a slim and lightweight body is a testament to HONOR’s unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation and engineering excellence. HONOR chose the correct, albeit challenging, path to success.
HONOR Ultra-thin Bionic VC Cooling System
Smartphones, particularly those with powerful processors and advanced features, require effective cooling systems. These systems prevent overheating, maintain optimal performance, and ensure long-term durability.
The HONOR Ultra-thin Bionic VC Cooling System addresses these needs with a multi-layer approach. The cooling system incorporates advanced materials such as ultra-thin vapor chamber (VC), ultra-high thermal conductivity graphite, thermal conductivity gel, copper foil, and high thermal conductivity AL middle frame. Despite the constraints of ultra-thin device thickness, the system maximizes every inch to deliver exceptional cooling efficiency.
The bionic VC replicates the natural thickness of cicada wings, measuring an incredible 0.22mm. The whole cooling system has a cooling area of 29,000 square meters, a 12.5% increase from the previous generation. It gives the HONOR Magic V2 another industry-leading accolade.
The Wraparound Antenna Extension Technology 2.0
HONOR has succeeded in developing an ultra-thin antenna with a three-millimeter-thin design, making it the thinnest in the foldable industry. Moreover, this sleek design has a remarkably 10% higher antenna area than HONOR Magic Vs. As a result, it delivers the best overall antenna performance in the industry.
Pre-order the HONOR Magic V2
Pre-order HONOR Magic V2 from February 21 to March 1, 2024, for Php 79,999 to get a FREE HONOR Watch GS 3 and Harman Kardon Aura Studio 4 HIFI Speaker worth Php 28,000 in total! Head on now to your nearest HONOR Experience and Partner Stores. You can also shop online via Shopee (https://bit.ly/Shop_V2_PR), Lazada (https://bit.ly/Laz_V2_PR), and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/TikTok_V2_PR).
You can also buy the HONOR Magic V2 through Home Credit, with 0% interest for as little as Php 1,719 per month for up to 18 months.
For more exciting announcements, head on to HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.
