Honor is set to release its new smartphone, the Honor 90 GT, on December 21. Alongside the phone, the company will also launch the Honor Pad 9, as confirmed by a leaked poster on Weibo. The poster shows the tablet with a single-lens camera module on the back and hints at a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, indicating mid-range performance similar to the Honor Pad 8. The tablet will run on the MagicOS operating system based on Android and is expected to be priced similarly to the Honor Pad 8.
Honor Pad 9: Colors, Accessories, and Storage Options
According to a leak by tipster Digital Chat Station, the Honor Pad 9 will be available in three color options: Grey, Green, and White, with the latter featuring a gradient finish. The tablet will also come with a keyboard case and a stylus. The leak also suggests that there will be a 512GB storage option. In China, the Honor Pad 8 had a starting price of 1,499 yuan (~$222) at launch.
Launch Details and Certifications
While the leaked poster has already revealed the launch date for the Honor Pad 9, an official announcement from Honor is expected soon to provide more details. The tablet has already received 3C certification, confirming support for 35W charging. Additionally, UAE's TRDA certification has revealed the model number (HEY2-W09) and confirmed that there will be a Wi-Fi-only version, similar to the Honor Pad 8.
Mid-Range Device with Similarities to Honor Pad 8
Based on the leaks so far, the Honor Pad 9 appears to be a mid-range device that inherits the basic functionalities of the Honor Pad 8. The Honor Pad 8 features a 12-inch 2K LCD screen, Snapdragon 680 processor, and was launched in July 2022.
In conclusion, Honor is gearing up to launch the Honor Pad 9 alongside the Honor 90 GT on December 21. The leaked poster has provided a glimpse of the tablet, revealing its design and hinting at its specifications. With its mid-range performance, MagicOS operating system, and expected comparable pricing to the Honor Pad 8, the Honor Pad 9 is poised to be an attractive option for consumers. Stay tuned for an official announcement from Honor regarding the launch details of the tablet.
