The global technology brand HONOR has announced the global availability of the HONOR 50 smartphone model at a presentation in several markets around the world. HONOR 50 is equipped with Google services (GMS) and is the first smartphone to have Qualcomm SnapdragonTM 778G platform. In addition, its stunning design and innovative vlogging capabilities raise the standards of smartphones in this category. The global availability of the HONOR 50 confirms HONOR’s ambitious plans to expand overseas following a successful launch in China earlier this year.
“HONOR’s market share, which reached 16.2% in August in China, it instills confidence in our global success, ”he said George Zhao, CEO of HONOR Device Co., Ltd.. “Continuing the legacy of the HONOR series integrating aesthetics and technology, the new HONOR 50 smartphone boasts a range of impressive innovations in camera, design and performance, thanks to collaboration with our global, industry-leading partners.”
A new song by the HONOR brand was also presented Go Beyond. Go Beyond, a song that was first presented in August, was sung by the famous singer Sonna Rele, and is also available as a ringtone in the HONOR 50 model.
GO BEYOND | HONOR New Brand Song
HONOR 50 smartphone full specs
Camera and Vlogging
With the rapid growth in popularity of creating short videos, young people are increasingly turning to vlogging to capture and share their everyday moments with people around them. HONOR 50 takes the deposit recording experience to a new, higher level.
Thanks to the 32MP front camera with a viewing angle of 90°, users can take perfect selfies and videos, with more people and landscapes taken in the frame. The HONOR 50 boasts a professional quad-rear camera with a 108MP main camera, an 8MP wide-angle camera, a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth camera, allowing users to take photos and videos with extremely clear images and beautiful details, even at night.
By giving users more flexibility when shooting content from different angles and perspectives, users can switch between cameras with six shooting modes that use both front and rear cameras, providing a superior shooting experience that is typically reserved for professionals. Offering even more choice when it comes to shooting, users can also apply beauty mode, take photos directly from the video and use preset video story templates on all their shots. In addition, wireless headphones connected via Bluetooth can be used as wireless microphones during video recording. Creators can achieve better audio reception during video recording, which allows them to enjoy vlogging effortlessly.
Design of dual ring cameras
Utilizing a superior and unique aesthetic that reflects the latest design trends, the HONOR 50 has an ultra-slim bezel on the front and 2.5D polished glass edges on the top and bottom of the screen, providing a smooth surface to allow users to enjoy both visually and while phone in hand.
When the HONOR 50 is under light at different angles, it shines and sparkles, making it the perfect fashion accessory to fit any outfit.
Paying tribute to the classic dual-lens reflex camera, the HONOR 50 uses a dual-ring camera design made up of two concentric circles on the back, reminiscent of a pair of eyes, to help users see their surroundings more fully. Drawing inspiration from the classic ring design of luxury jewelry brands, the upper circle with the main camera is polished with the same classic, timeless metal ring on the edge.
Screen specs
The HONOR 50 comes with a 6.57-inch OLED screen which supports Full HD resolution of 2340×1080. The screen can produce an incredible 1.07 billion colors and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color range, providing stunning visual effects, sharp and clear details, as well as a color experience.
The HONOR 50 has a screen refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a touch sampling rate of 300Hz, providing high screen response speeds to provide a unique experience while watching videos and playing games with less input delay. With intelligent dynamic refresh rate, users can adjust the refresh rate based on screen actions, resulting in energy savings.
The 90° angle represents the physical specification of the camera, the actual shooting angle may vary.
The main camera on the back is a 108MP camera. High resolution shooting can be experienced in “HIGH-RES” mode. Multi-video resolution is 1080p. Video resolution is up to 4K.
Wireless recording only supports some types of TWS headphones. Some types of TWS headsets may not be supported.
The screen of the HONOR 50 model has a design with rounded edges. When measured against a standard rectangle, the length of the screen diagonal is 6.57 inches (the actual visual area is slightly smaller).
At different application interfaces and game screens, the screen refresh rate and touch sampling rate may differ slightly
Fast charging and processor capabilities
Thanks to a single-cell dual-circuit battery, the HONOR 50 can easily support all-day uninterrupted use with a 4,300mAh battery. The device has 66W HONOR SuperCharge technology, which allows the battery to be charged to 70% in just 20 minutes using the charger that comes with the phone.
Maximizing performance, the HONOR 50 features Qualcomm SnapdragonTM 778G 5G chipset, improving both CPU and GPU performance by 45% and AI processing power by 123%[4] compared to the previous generation. With a Turbo X graphics processor, unique graphics acceleration technology, the HONOR 50 delivers powerful performance even during intense gaming.
Operating system
Providing a seamless and practical experience, the HONOR 50 is equipped with an upgraded Magic UI 4.2 operating system, offering a creative suite of features that allow users to stay connected at all times.
Creating a personalized, fun and interactive user experience, the HONOR 50 incorporates a range of modern art solutions that allow users to personalize their Always-on-Display (AOD).
Design
Designed to meet the increasingly demanding fashion needs of users, HONOR 50 goes beyond conventional colors and in Serbia will be available in a number of stunning and modern options, and more details users can expect in the coming days.
During the launch, the HONOR 50 Lite model was also announced. HONOR 50 Lite will delight users thanks to its features that enhance the user experience. It features 66W HONOR SuperCharge fast charging technology, a 6.67-inch FullView screen and a quad-camera system with a 64MP main camera.
Additional information about the HONOR 50 Lite model can be expected in Europe soon.
HONOR 50 battery specs
The HONOR 50 battery capacity is a typical value, and the estimated battery capacity is 4200 mAh.
The HONOR 50 supports a maximum 66W wired charger, and requires a 66W HONOR charger and cable. Actual charging speed may vary depending on environmental conditions and other factors.
Filling data were obtained from HONOR laboratory test results. At a temperature of 25 ℃ and a relative humidity of 45% to 80%, the HONOR charger of 66W and the original charging cable are used to charge the 3% battery when the phone screen is off. Actual charging data may vary depending on the product, usage habits, and environmental factors. Test data comes from Qualcomm, and a comparative subject of testing is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G.
HONOR 50 key specs
- 6.57in FHD+ 120Hz OLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
- 6/8GB RAM
- 128/256GB storage
- Rear camera: 108Mp, f/1.9 main lens 8Mp, f/2.2 ultrawide lens 2Mp, f/2.4 macro lens 2Mp depth sensor
- 32Mp, f/2.2 selfie camera
- 4300mAh battery
- 66W fast charging
- 5G
- 159.96mm × 73.76mm × 7.78mm
- 175g
When will the Honor 50 release?
Honor 50 series will release on 16 June 2022, at an event in Shanghai, China, where the Honor 50, 50 Pro, and 50 SE are available to buy right now.
How much does the Honor 50 cost?
There are only two phones with international availability and pricing:
- Honor 50: $600 for 6/128GB or $670 for 8/256GB
- Honor 50 Lite: $330 for 6/128GB
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