- The HONOR Robot Phone has officially launched in China, and for now it is the only place where customers can buy it. A wider launch is not ruled out if the device proves commercially successful.
- The device features a 200MP gimbal camera co-developed with ARRI, which includes a rear camera system with a 200MP 1/1.28-inch sensor and f/1.6 aperture, a 200MP 1/1.4-inch sensor with 2.7x periscope telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultrawide with a 122-degree FOV.
- The imaging pipeline combines ARRI LogC3, ARRI Wide Gamut 3, and ARRI Looks with HONOR's in-house H1 Image Chip, allowing for advanced video processing.
- The YOYO Robot Mode allows for multimodal perception, gesture recognition, and physical movement, enabling features like automatic camera panning and tilting during recording.
- The HONOR Robot Phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 7,060mAh silicon-carbon battery supporting 120W wired and 50W wireless charging.
- Two configurations are offered in China: 12GB+512GB at 9,999 Chinese Yuan (~RM6,059) and 16GB+1TB at 12,999 Chinese Yuan (~RM7,876).
- The imaging system supports 10-bit ARRI LogC3 recording in ARRI CINEMA mode, enhancing video quality for professional use.
- The AI noise reduction improves video signal-to-noise ratio by 8 dB, while AI dynamic range optimization supports up to 14 stops of dynamic range.
- Beyond the HONOR Robot Phone, the tech developed from this phone will be featured in the upcoming HONOR Magic9 Series.
HONOR's Robot Phone has officially launched in China, showcasing a unique blend of advanced technology and cinematic capabilities. The standout feature is its 200MP gimbal camera, co-developed with ARRI, which promises to revolutionize mobile photography.12
The gimbal system, featuring a 4DoF mechanical design, is significantly smaller and stronger than traditional gimbals, reducing size by 65% while enhancing structural strength by 200%. The Titanium Gimbal Motor allows for rapid control speeds of up to 360 degrees/second, making it ideal for dynamic shooting scenarios.
The camera setup includes a 200MP main sensor with a f/1.6 aperture, a 200MP periscope lens, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. It supports 10-bit ARRI LogC3 recording in ARRI CINEMA mode, enhancing the quality of video production. The imaging pipeline integrates ARRI's technologies with HONOR's proprietary H1 Image Chip, improving video signal-to-noise ratio by 8 dB and supporting up to 14 stops of dynamic range.378
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 7,060mAh battery, the Robot Phone also features a 6.31-inch LTPO OLED display with adaptive refresh rates. Priced at 9,999 Chinese Yuan for the 12GB+512GB model and 12,999 Chinese Yuan for the 16GB+1TB variant, its success in China could lead to a broader release.56
“The gimbal system is 65% smaller and 200% stronger than mainstream gimbals, with a 2.6-gram Titanium Gimbal Motor reaching 360 degrees/second. The device also packs a 7,060mAh battery with 120W wired charging, and its tech will appear in the upcoming HONOR Magic9 Series.”
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