Magic V6: Honor Unveils First Next-Gen Foldable Phone

Key Takeaways

1. The Honor Magic V6 is slimmer than the Magic V5, measuring 4.1 mm thick when unfolded and 9 mm when closed.
2. It features a larger 6,600 mAh battery and improved charging capabilities, now supporting 80 W wired and 66 W wireless charging.
3. The cover display has reduced bezels, offering a 6.52-inch panel with a brightness of 6,000 nits, while the internal display is a 7.95-inch AMOLED.
4. The camera system remains largely the same, with a new ultra-wide-angle camera but no major upgrades, retaining previous models’ main and telephoto cameras.
5. The Magic V6 is slightly heavier than its predecessor, weighing 224 g for most colors and 219 g for the white model.

As promised, Honor has unveiled the Magic V6 just ahead of MWC 2026. This new model has outpaced competitors like the Galaxy Z Fold8, Find N6, X Fold6, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and the anticipated iPhone Fold. The Magic V6 enhances many features from last year’s Magic V5 (curr. $1,560 on Amazon).

Design Improvements

The Magic V6 is even slimmer compared to its predecessor. When unfolded, it measures 4.1 mm thick, while the white version is slightly thinner at 4 mm. When closed, it takes on a thickness of 9 mm, which is reduced to 8.75 mm for the white model.

Battery and Charging Enhancements

All versions of the device now come equipped with a 6,600 mAh battery, representing a 13.4% increase over the Magic V5. Charging capabilities have also been boosted, moving from 66 W wired and 50 W wireless to 80 W wired and 66 W wireless. This improvement aligns with the inclusion of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance.

Display Features

Honor has managed to trim the bezels around the cover display, allowing for a 6.52-inch panel without increasing the overall size of the Magic V6. This year, the cover display is expected to achieve a brightness of 6,000 nits, an increase of 1,000 nits. The internal display remains a 7.95-inch AMOLED, delivering a resolution of 2,172 x 2,352 pixels with a refresh rate of 1-120 Hz, and a peak brightness of 5,000 nits.

Camera System Changes

Contrary to rumors about a new camera system, the Magic V6’s camera features may have taken a step back. It now includes an f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle camera with a 15 mm focal length. The telephoto lens remains at 64 MP with a 1/2-inch sensor and 70 mm, and the f/1.6, 50 MP main camera from the previous model has been retained. Additionally, the Magic V6 is slightly heavier than last year’s model, weighing in at 224 g for most colors and 219 g for the white variant. For a more detailed look at the Magic V6, check out our hands-on article for information on global availability.

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