HONOR 8X sets the highest standards in all-around flagship features at an unrivaled price
Bangkok, Thailand, October 24, 2018 – HONOR, a leading smartphone e-brand, has launched the latest and most powerful addition to its X-series line-up – HONOR 8X. From 5X, 6X, 7X and now 8X, HONOR X-series phones are always dedicated to providing the most value to serve customers, with cutting-edge technology, features and style, but with an astoundingly accessible price. At the competitive price HONOR 8X is a pivotal landmark in the series, extending the reputation of an exceptional value proposition that no flagship smartphone can match. In HONOR 8X, customers get a top-end configuration of a 6.5-inch Notch FullView Display with a 91% screen-to-body-ratio and chip-on-film (COF) technology along with a comprehensive list of top features.
HONOR 8X key highlights include:
- AI dual camera with super night shot photography
- New Kirin 710 chipsets (first ever in an HONOR phone)
- AI telecommunication
- Elite battery performance
- Eye-catching minimalist design
At the event, HONOR also released a new surprise for the Thailand market, the first wearable device, HONOR Band 4 Running. The versatile, ergonomic wristband comes in two colors and is ultralight. The band supports seven kinds of running form and data monitoring includes foot strike pattern, landing impact, eversion excursion, swing angle, ground contact time, cadence, and step length.
HONOR band 4 running has more than 20 functions including sleep monitoring, alarm and is waterproof to a depth of 50 metres. The band links perfectly with HONOR 8X and can support a new healthier lifestyle for the young at heart.
Lee Thanat Lowkhunsombat, HONOR’s first spokesperson in Thailand, the Perfect X, also attended the grand launch event. Lee is a GMM TV star with a portfolio of TV series. With great artworks like Wake Up Chanee, Friend Zone, Yutthakan Salat No, Lee is great popular among young people and good looks. Lee is the Perfect X, is because Lee just like HONOR 8X, has integrated ability, representing the choice of the young generation.
Aesthetic design in a slim, elegant body made possible by chip-on-film (COF)
HONOR continues to push the envelope, endeavoring to offer the maximum flagship features possible for the budget minded consumer. HONOR 8X uses a metal middle frame equipped with advanced COF technology and a patented antenna design, while also adopting a 2.5D double texture aurora glass body with a grating effect, providing an elegant and smooth look and feel. The smartphone comes in three striking color choices: blue, black and red.
HONOR 8X is the first smartphone ever to come equipped with a new generation eye comfort mode certified by TüV Rheinland – a feature which can reduce blue light radiation emitted by the screen to prevent eye fatigue.
Powerful AI cameras, with breathtaking super night shooting
HONOR 8X has dual-lens 20M + 2M rear and 16M front facing cameras. The cameras possess AI which recognizes 22 different categories and 500 scenarios in real-time. The AI technology optimizes camera settings and enhances photo quality based on what users are shooting.
The new night shooting mode enabled by AI technology eliminates the blurring of photos when taking night shots under a maximum 6-second exposure, even with a shaky hand. Whether you’re a professional or an amateur photographer, with HONOR 8X anyone can create impressive night shots. Altogether, it’s a smartphone that lets you easily take the best photos regardless of setting or lighting – so you can stay in the moment.
* Photo shot by HONOR 8X
Superb performance driven by the latest chipset technology
The octa-core Kirin 710 chipsets deliver excellent performance in HONOR 8X. Compared to the previous generation, the CPU single-core performance has increased by 75%. HONOR 8X has a Mali G51 GPU, which is enhanced by revolutionary GPU turbo. The overall GPU performance is increased by 130% compared to the previous generation, providing exceptional experience to demanding gamers.
HONOR 8X has 128GB ROM and supports an expandable microSD card up to 400GB. The smart user interface EMUI 8.2 not only keeps the system running smoothly, but also brings new features such as facial recognition under dim light and fun augmented reality (AR). HONOR 8X features intelligent power saving technology and a 3750mAh battery, which can last for more than one day on a single charge.
Mr. Akin Li, President of HONOR South East Asia, said: “With the newly unveiled HONOR 8X, HONOR is setting out to hit new benchmarks in terms of balance between value, design and performance. HONOR 8X doesn’t just meet the needs of our customers, it represents a stunning leap forward in smartphone technology, tearing down old conventions on what is possible, while keeping a strong focus on design aesthetics. HONOR 8X indicates HONOR’s willing to meet the needs of young generation from every . Last time, we brought honor play, for better gaming experience. This time, HONOR 8X is providing a better choice for your daily movie watching.”
In this launch event, HONOR also announced to be the Official Smartphone of the AFF Cup 2018. By cooperating with AFF Cup 2018, HONOR tries to get closer to young generation. Look forward to more exciting competition in AFF Cup 2018 from 8th November.
HONOR 8X will be available for pre-orders starts from 5pm on 24th October on TG FONE, CSC, Lazada (https://goo.gl/N5h7q8 ), JD Central and Shopee. Early successful preorder would get giftset offline (4+64GB: honor box set+bluebooth Speaker; 4+128GB: Wireless Strereo Headset+Health Bracelet) and online. Limited giftsets, first come first served! First Sale would start from 3rd November, on TG FONE, CSC, Lazada, JD Central and Shopee.
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About HONOR
HONOR is a leading smartphone e-brand under the Huawei Group. In line with its slogan, “For the Brave”, the brand was created to meet the needs of digital natives through internet-optimized products that offer superior user experiences, inspire action, foster creativity and empower the young to achieve their dreams. In doing this, HONOR has set itself apart by showcasing its own bravery to do things differently and to take the steps needed to usher in the latest technologies and innovations for its customers.
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Honor 8X Spec Sheet
Display
- 6.5-inch 2340p x 1080p LTPS display with 16,700,000 colors, 397 PPI
- 19.5:9 wide screen
- Multiple-point touch-sensitive screen
Size and Weight
- 160.4 mm (H) x 76.6 mm (W) x 7.8 mm (D)
- Approximately 175g (including the battery)
Operating System
- AndroidO + Huawei EMUI 8.2
Processor
- Kirin 710, Octa-Core (4 x Cortex-A73 2.2 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A53 1.7 GHz)
GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)
- Mali G51
Battery
- Typical value: 3750 mAh battery
- Charging duration: approximately 150 minutes from supplied charger
- Airtime: 3G: 21 hours
- Standby time: GSM: 662 hours, WCDMA: 639 hours, LTE FDD: 675 hours, LTE TDD: 697 hours
Memory
JSN-L22
- ROM: 64 GB/128GB
- RAM: 4 GB
- Expandable storage: microSD card (up to 400 GB)
Camera
- 20-megapixel (F/1.8 aperture) + 2-megapixel dual-lens rear-facing camera with Phase Detection Auto Focus (PDAF)
- Photo resolution: up to 5120 x 3840
- Video resolution: up to 1920 x 1080 (1080P, 60fps)
- 16-megapixel (F/2.0 aperture) front-facing camera
- Photo resolution: up to 4608 x 3456
- Video resolution: up to 1920 x 1080 (1080P, 30fps)
Audio/Video
- 1080P full HD video recording and video playback
- 3.5 mm headset jack
SIM card
- 3 card slots: nano-SIM card + nano-SIM card + microSD card
Connectivity
JSN-L22
- 4G LTE FDD: B1/3/7/8/20
- 4G LTE TDD: B40/41
- 3G UMTS: B1/5/8
- 2G GSM: B2/3/8
Other Connectivity
JSN-L22
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, 2.4 GHz, support Wi-Fi hotspot and Wi-Fi Direct
- Bluetooth BT4.2 + BLE
- USB 2.0
- GPS/AGPS/Glonass/BeiDou Navigation System
Sensors
- Gravity sensor
- Proximity sensor
- Ambient light sensor
- Gyroscope
- Fingerprint sensor
- Digital compass
Colors
- Blue/Black/Red(4+64G)
- Blue/Black (4+128G)
HONOR Band 4 Running
Spec sheet
Body
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 40.50 mm x 14.80 mm x 11.20 mm
- Front cover: PC+ABS/PC+PC
- Rear cover: ABS/PC
- Wrist strap: TPU
- Shoe buckle: PC+GF
Note: All the preceding materials have passed the chemical and allergy tests conducted by professional institutions, and the materials are all safe for skin.
Wrist strap
- Material: TPU75
- Dimensions
- Monochrome: 226.15 mm x 17.70 mm
Display
- PMOLED black-and-white screen
- Resolution: 48 x 88 pixel
- Dimensions: 0.50 inches (11.244 mm x 6.124 mm in AA zone)
Weight
Approximately 17 g (wrist strap included)
Microprocessor
- 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4
- 1 MB Flash
AES 128-bit encryption ARM Cortex-M4
Battery life
Typical usage: 14 days (according to the honor lab model)
Theoretical standby time: 21 days
Battery
- Capacity: 77 mAh
- Type: unremovable lithium battery
Charging time: less than 120 min (at temperature about 25°C)
Bluetooth
- Bluetooth frequency: 2.4 GHz
- Bluetooth 4.2
Maximum Bluetooth connection distance: 10 m (in an open area)
Sensor
- 6-axis motion sensor
Button
- One capacitance home button
Waterproof level
- 5ATM
Environment
- Operating temperature: -10°C to 45°C
Reminders
- Incoming call notification
- Message reminders
- Alarm reminder
- Activity reminder (from 8 am to 8 pm)
- Bluetooth disconnection alert (disabled by default)
- Low battery alerts
- Target attainment alert
Health app features
- Bluetooth pairing up
- User information setting
- Device management
- Online update
- Current and historical sport and sleep data
- Exercise targets setting
- Exercise data sharing
Software update
- Device upgrade through OTA
Operating system
- Android 4.4 or later
- iOS 9.0 or later
User Guideline
- Box Contents
- The following items are included in the box:
- & Quick Start Guide, safety information, and warranty card
- Powering on the band
- Align the charging pin of the body with the charging cradle and connect the band to the charger cradle. Battery level is displayed on the smart band screen and the band turns on automatically.
- • Wipe the charging port dry before charging.
- • Charge your band with the charging cradle that comes with your band.
- Installing the body
- Attach and fix the body into the strap.
- Downloading Huawei Health app
- To download and install the Huawei Health app, scan the QR code on the right, or search for Huawei Health in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Pairing your band with your phone
- From the device list in the Huawei Health app, select the band and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the pairing.
- Starting to run
- Put the shoe buckle under the shoelace, align the charging pin of the band body with the metal spring on the shoe buckle and fasten the buckle. Make sure that the band is well connected with your phone. Open the Huawei Health app and enable single exercise. You can also enable single workout on your band.
- Getting help
- View the online help in the Huawei Health app for more information about connection and functions, as well as usage tips.
