Honor has officially confirmed the launch date of its highly anticipated Magic8 series smartphone. Following weeks of teasers and leaks, the company has revealed that the upcoming device will debut as the Honor Magic 8 Pro Air, with its official unveiling scheduled in China on January 19.
Honor has been teasing a smartphone that blends flagship “Pro” performance with an ultra-slim “Air” design, and the Magic 8 Pro Air appears to deliver on that promise. According to recent teasers, the handset will measure just 6.3mm in thickness and weigh around 155 grams, making it one of the slimmest and lightest premium smartphones in its segment.
Leaked images circulating online provide an early look at the Magic 8 Pro Air’s design. The device is expected to feature a triple rear camera setup housed in a pill-shaped camera module. The design closely resembles Apple’s rumored iPhone Air styling and Google’s Pixel camera visor, giving the phone a modern and distinctive appearance. The primary camera is tipped to be a 50MP sensor paired with a large 1/1.3-inch sensor, suggesting strong photography performance, especially in low-light conditions.
While Honor has not officially confirmed the full specifications, the Magic 8 Pro Air is already listed for pre-order in China. The device is expected to be available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage variants, indicating a strong focus on power users and premium buyers.
Based on previous leaks, the smartphone is likely to feature a 6.3-inch AMOLED display, offering vibrant colors and sharp visuals. Under the hood, it is rumored to be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chipset, positioning it firmly in the flagship performance category. The phone is also expected to pack a 5,500mAh battery using advanced silicon–carbon technology, which allows for higher capacity in a slim form factor.
With its official launch just days away, anticipation around the Honor Magic 8 Pro Air continues to build. More details, including pricing, camera capabilities, and global availability, are expected to be revealed at the January 19 launch event.