Leaks regarding the Honor Magic V4 camera suggest it could set new standards for foldable devices.

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      If this latest leak is accurate, the soon-to-be-released Honor Magic V4 could feature one of the finest cameras seen in a foldable smartphone. As a successor to the Magic V3, the official specifications for the Magic V4 have yet to be announced, but a leaker has revealed what we can anticipate from the new device, including a 200MP periscope telephoto camera. This could position it at the top of the list for the best foldable phones.

      According to information shared by Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Honor Magic V4 may come with an impressive array of specifications, but let’s focus on the camera for now. The leaker hints that the phone will include a 50MP 1/1.5″ primary sensor alongside a 200MP periscope telephoto camera, which will feature a 1/1.4″ type sensor and remarkable 3x optical zoom.

      Having such a camera in a foldable device could enable the Honor Magic V4 to outshine its competitors, such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, which is equipped with only a 10MP telephoto lens. The Oppo Find N5 would also be left behind, as it features a 50MP periscope telephoto camera.

      The Honor Magic V3, which was launched as the world’s slimmest foldable, lost that title to the Oppo Find N5 shortly after its release. Nonetheless, despite the impressive camera configuration, the new V4 may be even more slender, with the leaker suggesting it will measure under 9mm when folded. For reference, the V3 is 9.2mm thick when folded. The image above effectively showcases just how thin the V3 was compared to its competitors.

      In addition to its size and camera capabilities, the Honor Magic V4 is rumored to feature an 8-inch 2K 120Hz inner display along with a 6.45″ 120Hz outer display. Discussions suggest that the new phone will operate on the Snapdragon 8 Elite system-on-a-chip (SoC).

      These specs sound promising, indicating that the foldable phone market is about to get more competitive. The Honor Magic V4 is expected to be unveiled this summer, with leaks suggesting June as the probable release timeframe.

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      Honor unveiled the Magic4 Pro at MWC 2022.

      Honor's Magic4 and Magic4 Pro smartphones represent the company's major flagship offerings for 2022, announced at the Mobile World Congress, the industry trade show currently taking place in Barcelona, Spain. These devices boast advanced camera technology, the latest Qualcomm processor, and Google Mobile Services, making them particularly exciting. We only hope global fans will have the opportunity to purchase them.

      Price and availability

      Honor has not provided a specific release date or details on the availability of the Magic4 Pro or Magic4, but it has announced the pricing. The Magic4 Pro with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage will retail for 1,099 euros (approximately $1,227), while the Magic4 with similar memory specifications will cost 899 euros (about $1,005). Honor has only indicated that the Magic4 phones will be available sometime between the end of March and the end of June this year.

      Magic4 Pro

      The Magic4 follows the Magic3 series released by Honor in mid-2021, and while it was touted as a global launch, the devices have yet to reach markets outside of China. It now appears likely that the Magic3 will be quickly overshadowed as Honor concentrates on the Magic4, but the lack of definitive release information raises concerns that it might share a similar fate.

      Let’s examine the devices closely, starting with the Honor Magic4 Pro. Like the Magic3, it features Honor’s unique "Eye of Muse" camera module design on the back, with four sensors surrounding the central main camera within a circular casing, resembling an eye. It contains three cameras: a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50MP 122-degree wide-angle camera, and a 64MP periscope zoom camera with a 3.5x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. The setup also includes a time-of-flight sensor and a flicker sensor.

      Honor has introduced the Magic V folding smartphone to attract attention.

      Honor has officially launched the Magic V folding smartphone at an event in China. This device marks the company's first entry into the foldable market, joining competitors like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Oppo Find N.

      When closed, it features a 6.45-inch screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio, a resolution of 2560 x 1080, and a refresh rate of 120Hz. The body measures 72