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Honor Magic8 Pro Hits UK Stores as Company Confirms Ultra‑Thin Pro Air Launch

Honor follows the UK debut by confirming a January 19 China launch for an ultra‑thin Pro Air to expand the Magic8 lineup.

Overview

  • The Magic8 Pro is on sale in the UK for about £1,099–£1,100 in Sunrise Gold, Sky Cyan, and black, offered in a 12GB/512GB model through major retailers and carriers including Amazon, EE, Vodafone, Three, Currys, Argos, and John Lewis.
  • Honor’s headline feature is a 200MP AI SuperNight telephoto with 3.7x optical zoom, OIS, and a CIPA 5.5 stability rating, paired with on‑device AI tools and a dedicated AI button for instant camera access.
  • Early hands‑on reviews highlight the telephoto camera’s sharpness, natural bokeh, and stabilization as standout strengths, with praise for low‑light and portrait results.
  • Honor has officially named the next model Magic8 Pro Air, opened pre‑orders on JD in four colors with up to 1TB storage, and set a January 19 China launch; leaks point to a 6.1–6.3mm frame around 155–158g, a 6.3‑inch display, a Dimensity 9500‑series chip, and a 5,500mAh battery with fast charging.
  • A leaked promo image suggests a top‑tier Magic8 RSR Porsche Design is in the pipeline, reportedly featuring a 200MP periscope telephoto, a 1‑inch‑type main sensor, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a large battery, and a potential January 19 China debut.