HONOR all set to launch HONOR X series lineup in South Africa

Johannesburg, 28th April 2022: Global technology brand, HONOR, is all geared up to launch its HONOR X Series line-up - HONOR X8 and HONOR X7 in South Africa on 5th May 2022. With cutting-edge technology, seamless experience, flagship features and sleek design, the X-series is also great value for money. The HONOR X8 offer consumers in South Africa an all-rounded smartphone experience for a more connected world. The smartphone is perfect for users who are looking for a slim and stylish smartphone with powerful entertainment capabilities that help them stand out from the crowd while offering solid functionality and excellent performance. With extraordinary 5000mAh battery ¹, the entry-level HONOR X7 on the other hand caters to the needs of the always on generation, perfect for users that demand more power for work, study and entertainment.

Boasting flagship technology solutions at an affordable price-point, the HONOR X8 has an ultra slim and lightweight body, coming in at just 7.45mm thick and weighing just 177g, alongside super narrow bezels to deliver an almost all-screen display and an impressive 93.6% screen-to-body ratio. The main camera high-end ultra-clear 64MP brings premium photography capabilities to users, allowing them to capture beautiful moments in stunning detail. Additional to this, the HONOR X8 comes equipped with 22.5W HONOR Wired SuperCharge which allows the user juice up their device with enough charge for three hours of online video playback ², enjoy online shopping, gaming, music, and video streaming without having to worry about running out of power.

Available in two eye-catching colors, Titanium Silver, Midnight Black and Midnight Black , Ocean Blue for HONOR X8 and X7 respectively the smartphone will be available in the South Africa starting from 5th May 2022. Consumers will be able to buy latest series via MTN, Vodacom, Cell C, Telkom Mobile, Takealot and selected retail stores.

Futuristic Design Beyond Brilliance
All these advanced features are packed into a striking, fashion-forward aesthetic body that takes the concepts of premium design one step further. HONOR X8 is designed with absolute attention to detail using high-quality materials and components to combine the groundbreaking performance with a lightweight body. HONOR X8's 7.45mm slim body is exceptionally eye-catching with flat edges and rounded corners. At a weight as low as 177g, which results in a sleek form factor that's easy to hold comfortably without even sensing its existence while enjoying videos or in the heat of gaming.

An Exquisite Display with Expansive View
The 6.7-inch screen of HONOR X8 features a 1.1mm super narrow bezel that delivers a superb 93.6% screen-to-body ratio for a wider viewing experience and vivid visuals with more on-screen information, whether reading, browsing, watching videos, or gaming. The HONOR FullView Display seamlessly blends with rounded edges, making the device comfortable to hold.

HONOR also manages the blue-light ratio to reduce potentially harmful emissions. With reduced emissions of harmful blue light along with flicker-free visuals, TÜV Rheinland certification ensures the display offers a high standard of eye care and that’s why HONOR X8 is considered an extremely comfortable device to use even for long hours sessions.

Enhanced Camera Capabilities for Capturing the Beauty of Night
The 64MP Main Camera boasts an ultra-clear shooting experience. Housing four different camera lenses including a 64MP Rear camera, Wide Angle Camera, Macro Camera, and Depth Camera, HONOR X8 allows users to unleash their creativity when shooting a range of different scenarios ranging from landscape, nightlife, portrait, close-up shots, selfies, and more.

Capturing splendid memories at night can often be challenging, with cameras unable to snap the moment properly. Taking this into consideration, HONOR sets new expectations for smartphone photography with the launch of the HONOR X8. It has successfully managed to deliver powerful camera capabilities with the Super Night Mode feature that allows users to capture optimal images regardless of the dimly lit environment.

Durable Battery Withstands All-Day Long
These incredible features are great but what about the battery, you may ask? With the popularization of apps like games and videos that consume huge amounts of power and for users on the go, HONOR X8 is curated to meet consumers’ needs and their active lifestyles nowadays. It offers a remarkable battery life with its 4000mAh which can provide a full day of battery. It also boasts a fast-charge function that can bring up 3 hours of video playback with a quick 10 minutes of charge, ensuring users can rapidly power the device without the

1. The rated capacity is 4900mAh. (Non-removable Battery)
2. Charging and battery life data are collected from HONOR lab tests done under 25℃, 45%-80% relative humidity, using the original charger and the cable, starting from 3% power, under standby with the screen turned off. Actual performance may vary slightly due to individual differences, user habits, and environmental factors.