Hooray HONOR fans! The new AI Portrait Master HONOR 200 and HONOR 200 Pro is making its way to the Philippines! The new HONOR series is set to debut on July 17. This much anticipated smartphone is dubbed as the AI Portrait Master. It promises to deliver top of its class portrait photography capabilities while harnessing AI tech.
HONOR 200 series is the latest smartphone from the brand with its Four-Layer AI Architecture comprising Cross-device and Cross-OS AI, Platform-level AI, App-level AI, and Interface to Cloud-AI services.
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While the majority of smartphone brands focus on high-end cameras and lenses, HONOR went a different route for the 200 series. The Honor 200 series has advanced portrait photography capabilities. It is developed in collaboration with the renowned Studio Harcourt that is based in Paris. This brings studio-level portrait modes to users, enhancing the photography experience for users who are seeking high-quality image capture using a smartphone.
Aside from the portrait capabilities of HONOR 200, the upcoming launch will also show off the phone’s other flagship features. It includes a top-of-the-line chipset, screen, and more!
HONOR Philippines Vice President, Stephen Cheng said, “ It is indeed official! HONOR 200 Series will arrive in the Philippines very soon so don’t dare miss our next announcements. We are beyond excited to push the boundaries of AI and deliver seamless experiences to our users.” He also said that, “The HONOR 200 Pro is created for users looking for an unparalleled portrait photography experience. As an accessible flagship device that delivers robust performance, it is perfect for company employees, university students, content creators, and young entrepreneurs.”
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First look at the HONOR 200 Series
As a refresher, HONOR said that the HONOR 200 series features high-end image sensors teamed with next-generation artificial intelligence to generate DSLR-like picture quality. It has become a hot topic for over a few months now and the phone’s debut is a hot topic among people who are into smartphones and photography. But this doesn’t end there! The HONOR 200 series is also good for mobile gaming and more!
The new series consists of a vanilla and Pro variation.
With a 120Hz 6.7-inch 2664 x 1200 resolution quad-curved OLED display, a 2.63GHz Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 octa-core CPU with Adreno GPU, options of 12GB or 16GB RAM, 256GB or 512GB storage, and a 5,200mAh battery which charges via 100W HONOR SuperCharge.
It also boasts a 50MP telephoto sensor capable of up to 50x digital zoom, a 12MP ultra-wide angle lens, and a 50MP f/1.95 Sony IMX906 primary camera with OIS.
Using 120Hz 6.78-inch 2700 x 1224 quad-curved OLED, 3.0GHz 4nm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 8-core chip with Adreno GPU, 12GB/16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage, 5,200mAh battery with 100W HONOR SuperCharge and 66W wireless charging.
The Pro version in the camera section boasts a 50MP f/1.9 1/1.3-inch OV50H primary shooter with an OIS + 50MP custom Sony IMX856 telephoto sensor with 2.5x optical zoom, up to 50x digital zoom + 12MP ultra-wide angle w/ macro features.
Here is the detailed specification of the new HONOR 200 and HONOR 200 Pro:
Honor 200 Specs
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.7-inch FHD+ Curved OLED, 2664 x 1200 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate, 4000 nits peak brightness |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (Octa-core, up to 2.63 GHz) |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear Camera | Triple Camera System: <br> * 50MP f/1.95 Sony IMX906 main sensor (OIS) <br> * 50MP f/2.4 telephoto sensor (OIS) <br> * 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide/macro sensor (AF) |
| Front Camera | 50MP f/2.1 (punch hole notch) |
| SIM | Dual SIM |
| Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, AGPS, Galileo |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Under-display fingerprint sensor |
| Speakers | Dual speakers |
| Operating System | MagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14) |
| Battery | 5200mAh |
| Fast Charging | 100W (wired) |
| Dimensions | 161.5 x 74.6 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | ~187g |
| Color Options | Black, Pink, White, Blue |
HONOR 200 Pro Specs
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.78-inch FHD+ Curved OLED, 2700 x 1224 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate, 4000 nits peak brightness |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (Octa-core, up to 3.0 GHz) |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear Camera | Triple Camera System: <br> * 50MP f/1.9 H9000 main sensor (OIS) <br> * 50MP f/2.4 telephoto sensor (OIS) <br> * 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide/macro sensor (AF) |
| Front Camera | Dual: 50MP f/2.1 selfie shooter + 3D depth camera (pill-shaped notch) |
| SIM | Dual SIM |
| Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, AGPS, Galileo |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Under-display fingerprint sensor |
| Speakers | Dual speakers |
| Operating System | MagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14) |
| Battery | 5200mAh |
| Fast Charging | 100W (wired), 66W (wireless) |
| Dimensions | 163.3 x 75.2 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | ~199g |
| Color Options | Black, Pink, White, Green |
The future of smartphones with the HONOR 200 series
The idea of having a handy gadget wherever you go is not a new concept. For years, people have been into small gadgets that deliver the best quality especially when it comes to the camera and user experience. Here are some of the reasons why smartphones with great features has been dominating the market and shaping the future of smartphones:
Convenience and Portability: Smartphones are always with us wherever we go. Capturing moments anytime you feel like it. While DSLR are heavy to carry around, smartphones are also lighter and compact compared, making it easy to carry around.
AI-powered Features: Artificial Intelligence plays a big role with smartphone photography. Features like scene recognition, noise reduction, object racking, and automatic composition are making high-quality photos more accessible for everyone.
Editing and Sharing: The ability of smartphones to instantly edit and share photos is an advantage for social media enthusiasts and content creators.
Gaming Updates: Mobile gaming has been dominating the market. Users are now keen into smartphones that are fast and reliable for gaming.
Mark your calendars: HONOR 200 Launch Event
HONOR Philippines will be holding a live launch event on July 17 on their official Facebook page. That will get you a front-row view of the most recent innovation from HONOR. This is an opportunity to be among the first to really experience the HONOR 200!
What can you expect?
The live stream guarantees an immersive experience highlighting the Honor 200 in all its splendor. Anticipate thorough presentations from HONOR product experts on the main smartphone capabilities.
Phone Design: Showcasing the smartphone’s visual attractiveness, exploring its form factor, material selections, and available color variants.
Power and Performance: Get useful info regarding the phone storage, RAM, and OS. All of which are absolutely essential for a smooth and responsive user experience.
Next-Level Camera System: Expect more details about the megapixel count, camera modes, sensor size, and other stand out qualities that distinguishes it from the competitors.
Charging and Battery Life: Get info about fast-charging capability could also come to light.
If you are a fan of smartphones that are both fast and have a good quality camera, this is the perfect time to upgrade your phone! The HONOR 200 series is the most advanced phone with AI portrait master technology. What are you waiting for? Stay tuned here at Digital Playground and get news and updates about the HONOR 200 Series debut on July 17!
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