AI features and much more

Check out the 4 highlights of HONOR X VivaTech 2024. We highlight the technology giant’s use of Google’s artificial intelligence in its devices and much more!

This week at VivaTech 2024 in Paris, HONOR announced that it will bring Google AI features to its upcoming devices, becoming one of the first device makers in the world to do so. Want to learn more about HONOR x VivaTech 2024? Then today’s blog is for you.

Below you’ll find the latest updates on HONOR technology, including details about the upcoming 200 series, Google AI features and privacy innovations. Read on to discover all the exciting insights!

HONOR 200 series

HONOR announced at VivaTech that the 200 Series will redefine portrait photography. Combining Harcourt Studio’s expertise and artificial intelligence, HONOR recreates the French studio’s legendary lighting and shadow effects at every turn.

Thanks to artificial intelligence, the HONOR 200 series learns from a wide range of photos from Harcourt Studio. He carefully divides the process of creating a portrait into 9 steps. Copying the entire Studio Harcourt method, the HONOR 200 series offers high-quality portraits whenever you want to capture a moment.

HONOR announced that it will launch the HONOR 200 and HONOR 200 Pro in China on May 27 and on June 12 in Paris. HONOR is exploring different camera module designs for its smartphones. The design of the HONOR 200 series features an oval housing, very reminiscent of last year’s HONOR 100 Pro. The top of the phone’s back panel has a glossy mirror finish.

It is also available in black, pink, white and blue. The design has a glossy surface that smoothly transitions into wavy lines, giving it a more intricate look.

Both devices look the same from the back. But on the front, the HONOR 200 has a single selfie camera in a small hole. The HONOR 200 Pro has a longer dual-camera opening, which suggests it’s more selfie-focused. Overall, the design of both HONOR 200 phones is simple yet stylish.

HONOR aims to make AI accessible to more people by introducing MagicOS 8.0 on HONOR Magic V2 and HONOR 90 devices. With this move, more users will be able to enjoy the benefits of AI technology. By the way, you can get HONOR 90 with a 10% discount!

1. HONOR 4-layer AI setup for AI on your device

During the keynote, HONOR revealed its 4-layer AI configuration and showed its commitment to integrating AI with MagicOS.

Each layer has a different purpose:

1. Artificial intelligence running across devices and operating systems: This layer establishes an open ecosystem that allows devices and operating systems to share computing power and services.
2. Platform-level artificial intelligence: In this case, a personalized operating system enables intention-based interaction and allocates resources based on personal preferences.
3. Application-level artificial intelligence: This layer introduces creative AI applications that change user experiences.
4. Interface to Cloud-AI services: Users gain access to secure cloud services.

In addition to introducing a 4-layer AI configuration, HONOR is preparing to integrate cutting-edge generative artificial intelligence solutions into its upcoming smartphones. This advancement, powered by Google’s artificial intelligence, aims to provide users with a new level of intelligence and innovation, while ensuring privacy protection.

In the dynamic field of artificial intelligence and machine learning, Google stands out for its ingenious generative AI solutions. What sets Google apart from its competitors is its commitment to privacy, user choice, accuracy, responsible results, security, ease of use and legal protections. This means HONOR users can expect more personalized interactions on their smartphones and their privacy will be protected.

2. Smart features based on artificial intelligence

HONOR’s MagicOS 8.0, available on the HONOR Magic V2 series, is powered by platform-level artificial intelligence to better understand user intent through the device and improve user experience. Magic Portal in MagicOS 8.0 is an innovative feature that leverages the smartphone’s understanding of user intent to simplify interactions.

Seamlessly switch between apps and devices with quick swipes on intent-based recommended shortcuts. It makes access to services smoother and more intuitive.

Additionally, you can interact with selected apps by dragging content to the edge of the screen. Magic Portal, available on HONOR Magic V2 Series smartphones, supports 100 popular applications such as LINE, WhatsApp, Google Workplace tools, Instagram and Facebook.

George Zhao, CEO of HONOR, emphasizes that the Magic Portal design prioritizes user control in service selection and decision-making, demonstrating HONOR’s human-centric approach to artificial intelligence.

MagicOS 8.0 enhances convenience by offering a platform-level personal assistant that scans app content to summarize events, meetings, notes and interactions into “My Day” for a clear overview.

3. Personalization for people first

During the event, HONOR organized a panel discussion led by industry expert Dr. Justine Cassell. During the lecture, the future of multimodal interactions was discussed, emphasizing its benefits in terms of convenience and privacy.

The new operating system makes launching and closing applications, as well as switching between them, smoother and less intrusive.

MagicOS 8.0 introduces Magic Capsule to the HONOR Magic V2 series, which expands banner notifications on both screens, making it easier to access additional information.

Ultra Power Saving Mode in MagicOS 8.0 includes a new switch that allows you to reduce battery consumption and effectively extend its life.

Besides, MagicOS 8.0 enables HONOR Magic V2 users to create custom shortcuts by long-pressing applications, adjust the size and position of folders on the home screen, and easily manage tab stacking on the desktop computer.

Users can customize the camera mode layout in MagicOS 8.0, organizing frequently used modes in advance for smoother shooting.

4. Privacy and security

With the HONOR Magic V2 series, your personal data is safely processed directly on your device.

MagicOS 8.0 introduces a new privacy feature called Blur Private Info in the Share menu. This makes it easy to blur sensitive details like names, passwords, and contact numbers in images, keeping your private information, well, private.

What can you expect from HONOR?

HONOR has revealed plans for future Gen-AI collaboration with Google Cloud, promising exciting improvements for upcoming smartphones and seamless user experiences. A representative of the Chinese company told CNBC that this will involve the Google AI Gemini assistant along with the Imagen 2 tool, which generates images from text.

Additionally, Magic Portal now includes 100 leading apps across seven categories, including travel, productivity and social media. Stay tuned as HONOR aims to expand its reach by offering even smarter AI experiences in more scenarios soon.

summary

If you’re looking to up your smartphone game, HONOR’s security, speed, and features make the HONOR Magic V2 a smart purchase. Want to learn more? Here is our detailed review of the HONOR Magic V2.

Note: This blog was created by Grigor Baklajyan and edited by Lauren Wadowsky.