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Honor Previews Robot Phone With Retractable Gimbal Camera Ahead of MWC 2026

Commercial plans remain unannounced, with fuller details expected in March.

Overview

  • Honor showed physical prototypes at its User Carnival in China, displaying the flip-up gimbal on a rear robotic arm inside a glass case.
  • Preview units appeared in Black, White and Gold, with faux leather or glass backs depending on the color.
  • Reporters noted an aluminum frame, a large horizontal camera island and a rear layout likened to the iPhone 17 Pro.
  • The gimbal pops out from a recessed slot to capture photos or video, with AI-driven subject interaction expected but not yet specified.
  • Honor has confirmed a March presentation in Barcelona, while commercialization and durability of the moving mechanism remain open questions.