Honor's Magic V Flip 2 is a crystal-inspired fashion statement with AI for cameras and more

What you need to know

• Honor launched its Magic V Flip 2 in China today (August 21), a phone that aims to become proficient in photography.
• The company highlights the phone's strong selfie capabilities with its 200MP main camera, as users can use its cover display for a unique preview experience.
• The Magic V Flip 2 features a 4-inch cover display and a 6.8-inch internal display, packed with Honor AI for image editing, one-click Smart Reply, and more.
• The Magic V Flip 2 will be available in China starting August 28, starting at 5,999 yuan (~$835).

Honor's newest clamshell foldable, the Magic V Flip 2, is showing its best today (August 21), as the company launches its fashion-forward device in China.

Earlier this morning, Honor highlighted the huge launch of its Magic V Flip 2, which aims to be a more "luxurious" device that's ready to hit the catwalk. Honor states it's collaborated once again with Prof. Jimmy Choo, OBE for a limited edition variant of the phone inspired by the "subtle shimmer of crystals." This sparkling V Flip 2 invokes the colors of "crushed stardust" in the sea.

The company states it wants the Magic V Flip 2 to feel more like a "luxury accessory," as consumers pair it with a leather sling or pearl strap. Consumers will notice a 4-inch cover display and a large 6.8-inch internal, foldable display. In terms of camera, consumers will find that the dual camera array on the V Flip 2 is the same size,unlike the original model, which had a larger main camera cutout against a smaller ultra-wide cutout.

However, the Magic V Flip 2 takes its photography even more seriously this time, providing a 200MP main camera with f/1.9 aperture and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle macro lens. This is an upgrade that truly surpasses the 50MP, 12MP combination of the first iteration. Users will also have a 50MP front-facing camera again with f/2.0 aperture.

Honor states that it has further fueled its AI algorithms into the V Flip 2 to create a phone that is proficient in selfies.

Honor AI for its cameras & daily tasks

According to the press release, the Magic V Flip 2 is "designed as the ultimate selfie device." The device reportedly introduces a new feature: Ultra-Wide Portrait mode with natural bokeh. Not only does the V Flip 2 offer several filter options for your photos, but it also provides five focal lengths, ranging from 0.5x to 3.0x. Honor is highlighting the capabilities of the main and ultra-wide lens on its cover display, which users can use for selfies, as the cover display delivers a unique preview experience.

The AI Honor Image Engine helps to improve user photo quality once taken. AI Super Zoom enables even greater, up-close shots, up to 30x when using the main 200MP sensor. Additionally, other AI tools, such as AI Edit, Passers-by Eraser, Open Eyes, AI Cutout, and AI Upscale, further Honor's commitment to the user's post-production experience.

Away from the camera, Honor states its AI focus delivers one-click smart reply, AI Interpreter, Magic Capsule, andAI Deepfake Detection. Honor is also highlighting a cuter, more fun experience with its foldable's cover display, which involves nine new pets that users can play with.

The Magic V Flip 2 arrives in China

Rounding out the Magic V Flip's end-of-week launch is details about its 5,500mAh battery. Honor states this silicon-carbon battery is designed to enhance the foldable's endurance throughout the day, so you're not always attached to your charger. As such, the Flip 2 delivers 80W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, and 7.5W reverse wireless capabilities.

The phone is available in a 16/1TB (RAM/storage) configuration for its crystal-inspired limited edition. However, Honor states consumers can also find the device available in purple, white, and grey, naturally. Those three variations feature the following RAM/storage configs: 12/256GB, 12/512GB, and 12/TB.

The Honor Magic V Flip 2 will be available for purchase in China, starting on August 28, with a starting price of 5,999 yuan (~$835).

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