MWC 2026

HONOR partners with ARRI to bring cinematic image science to smartphones

First debut on HONOR ROBOT PHONE

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HONOR has announced a strategic technical collaboration with ARRI, a global leader in professional cinema camera technology.

The partnership aims to bring established cinematic imaging standards into the fast-growing world of mobile content creation. HONOR will combine its mobile imaging systems with ARRI’s century-long expertise in defining cinematic image quality.

HONOR CEO James Li said the company wants to inspire creativity through technology. He added that ARRI has shaped the visual language of cinema for generations. Through this collaboration, HONOR plans to integrate professional imaging standards and workflows into its smartphones.

ARRI also sees smartphones as serious creative tools. David Bermbach, Managing Director at ARRI, said consumer phones already appear in blockbuster productions around the world. He said the time has come to bring cinema and mobile imaging even closer together. For the first time, core elements of ARRI Image Science will be integrated directly into a consumer device.

A century of cinematic standards

ARRI has shaped filmmaking for more than 100 years. The company supported cinema from early film cameras to today’s advanced digital systems.

Its work earned 20 Scientific and Technical Awards from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. That legacy now serves as the foundation for this new mobile-focused effort.

At the center of the collaboration is ARRI’s Image Science. In cinema, image science forms the backbone of image creation. It governs how colors render, how highlights roll off, and how shadows retain detail. It also ensures consistency from capture to final screen.

HONOR will apply these principles to its mobile imaging architecture. The goal is not to replicate large cinema hardware inside a phone. Instead, the companies will translate core cinematic principles into compact, real-time mobile systems.

Dr. Benedikt von Lindeiner, ARRI Vice President overseeing the collaboration, said smartphones operate under different constraints. They use smaller sensors, integrated chipsets, and compact optical stacks. Despite these limits, ARRI aims to deliver natural color, gentle highlight transitions, and authentic depth on mobile devices.

He added that creators should move seamlessly from mobile capture into professional post-production workflows.

The first results of the collaboration will debut on the upcoming HONOR ROBOT PHONE later this year.

MWC 2026

Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra makes a motorsport-inspired debut

Motorsport-inspired design

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Motorsport has a flair for dramatic arrivals. When a new car rolls onto the track, the design alone can tell you it means business.

The Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra makes that kind of entrance at Mobile World Congress 2026.

Created with Italian automotive design house Pininfarina, the flagship pairs a supercar-inspired aesthetic with premium features including a 200MP camera system, satellite calling, and immersive JBL-tuned sound.

The result is a device that positions itself as more than just another NOTE series upgrade — it’s Infinix stepping onto the flagship grid.

Supercar-inspired design

Co-developed with legendary Italian design firm Pininfarina, the NOTE 60 Ultra takes heavy inspiration from high-performance sports cars.

The phone introduces what Infinix calls the world’s first Uni-Chassis Cam Module. Instead of the typical camera bump, the camera system sits beneath a single sheet of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus that flows seamlessly across the rear. The result is a smooth aluminum unibody design that maintains a clean silhouette while improving durability and pocketability.

Infinix says the design mirrors the aerodynamic philosophy of supercars, prioritizing smooth surfaces and uninterrupted lines.

Adding to the automotive inspiration is a Floating Taillight signature on the back that lights up when the device powers on. A hidden Active Matrix Display also appears during startup, echoing the digital dashboards seen in modern sports cars. The small display can show notifications, icons, or even a pixel-style companion.

The NOTE 60 Ultra comes in four Italian-inspired finishes: Torino Black, Monza Red, Amalfi Blue, and Roma Silver.

Flagship imaging system

Despite the flush camera design, the NOTE 60 Ultra still packs a powerful imaging setup.

At the center is a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPE sensor designed to deliver ultra-high-resolution photos with improved detail and clarity. It is paired with a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN5 periscope telephoto lens and a 112-degree ultra-wide camera.

The system supports a versatile zoom range, starting with a 2x optical crop, extending to 3.5x optical zoom, and reaching 7x lossless digital zoom, with up to 100x zoom for distant subjects.

Infinix also introduces support for the XDR display standard with Ultra HDR Capture, powered by a proprietary XDR Image Engine. The system aims to preserve highlights and shadows more accurately, especially in challenging lighting scenarios like night scenes or sunsets.

Connectivity beyond cellular networks

Another headline feature is two-way satellite communication.

The NOTE 60 Ultra supports both satellite calling and messaging, allowing users to stay connected even in areas without traditional cellular coverage. The feature can also enable emergency location sharing during disasters or when traveling through remote regions.

According to Infinix, the system offers coverage across a broader number of countries compared to typical satellite messaging implementations.

Big battery, fast charging

Powering the device is a 7000mAh silicon-carbon battery, paired with Infinix’s new Battery Self-Healing Technology. The company claims the system can restore up to 1 percent of battery health every 200 charge cycles, potentially helping maintain long-term battery performance.

Charging is equally fast, with support for 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Infinix says the device can charge from 1 to 100 percent in around 48 minutes via wired charging.

The phone runs on a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate chipset, which Infinix claims delivers up to 25 percent faster multitasking alongside improved app responsiveness.

Display, audio, and AI features

On the front is a 1.5K Ultra HDR display with a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 4500 nits peak brightness. The panel also features predictive stabilization designed to reduce motion discomfort when watching videos or gaming while in motion.

For audio, the phone includes stereo speakers tuned by JBL.

The NOTE 60 Ultra runs XOS 16 based on Android 16, introducing a new interface called GlowSpace. The software integrates several AI-powered tools including personalized file organization, adaptive knowledge features, and an Advanced Health Monitor capable of real-time vitals tracking.

Availability

The Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra will be available with 12GB RAM and two storage options – 256GB and 512GB, along with built-in eSIM support.

It will ship with three years of major Android updates and five years of security patches.

Infinix will also bundle a deluxe gift box that includes a supercar-inspired MagCharge stand, Kevlar MagPad, custom Kevlar MagCase, and a track-edition SIM ejector pin.

 

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AMD announces Ryzen AI 400, AI 400 PRO series at MWC 2026

Offering support for next-gen AI PCs, Copilot+ experiences

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AMD announced new products and initiatives at MWC 2026 Barcelona, headlined by their newest Ryzen AI 400 and Ryzen AI PRO 400 series processors.

These latest processors are built on the AM5 platform and advanced Zen 5 architecture, delivering next-generation experiences for both consumer and commercial scenarios.

The additions enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to offer next-gen AI PCs across high-performance desktops, laptops, and mobile workstations optimized for modern workloads.

Along with dedicated AMD XDNA 2 NPUs and AMD RDNA 3.5 graphics, both series offer up to 60 TOPS of NPU AI compute, exceeding the requirements of Copilot+ PCs.

As such, these enable powerful on-device AI performance, including running LLMs locally and tackling compute-intensive applications for design and engineering.

The Ryzen AI 400 series processors are also the first for next-gen desktop AI PCs to support Copilot+ PC experiences. Featuring an NPU providing up to 50 TOPS of AI compute, these processors enable running AI assistants and productivity tools locally.

In addition, AMD is expanding the Ryzen AI 400 series mobile portfolio to include workstations. Some that are expected to release in Q2 2026 include products from Dell, HP, and Lenovo.

AMD PRO initiative

Furthermore, AMD announced AMD PRO for enterprise-grade security, manageability, and reliability.

This is done through foundational hardware and software designed to simplify IT operations and protect investments over time.

AMD says it will continue to evolve the AMD PRO platform by strengthening both its silicon foundation and software stack.

This will support enterprise IT teams managing distributed AI-enabled PC fleets. Meanwhile, expanded remote management features improve visibility, recovery, and control.

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MWC 2026

TECNO unleashes Tonino Lamborghini collection

Combining Italian aesthetics with innovative technology

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TECNO Tonino Lamborghini Edition

TECNO has partnered with Tonino Lamborghini to unveil an entire collection of themed devices, combining Italian aesthetics with cutting-edge technology.

Collaborations with luxury lifestyle brands are nothing new for smartphone manufacturers, but TECNO takes theirs to another level by having a full slate of devices take a co-branded look.

As such, all products under the partnership flaunt distinct red, platinum, and black colorways, reflecting Tonino Lamborghini’s core colors which themselves symbolize “Pure Italian Talent” and the heritage of the Miura Bull.

The first co-branded device under the partnership is the TECNO TAURUS MEGA MINI G1 Pro, a water-cooling gaming PC.

TECNO Tonino Lamborghini Edition

It is joined by the TECNO POVA Metal Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition. The POVA Metal is part of the new POVA ecosystem, which features a first full-metal unibody 5G phone.

On its own, it has a futuristic all-metal construction and Snapdragon processor. The design for the collaboration, naturally, is unique and takes inspiration from the luxury brand.

TECNO Tonino Lamborghini Edition

There are three available colors, with the brand’s logo and signature typeface visible on the back panel.

There is also a reflective island on the middle, which is a direct representation of the Lamborghini Shield — a staple of the brand’s watch cases.

This is actually a digital dial that can display information from the phone, like notifications and more.

TECNO Tonino Lamborghini Edition

More TECNO x Tonino Lamborghini AIoT ecosystem devices, including laptops, tablets, and wearables, will also release soon.

At MWC 2026 Barcelona, visitors could already see the appearance of the aforementioned devices. The MEGABOOKs, for instance, also come with a refined look which is a nod to the mechanical motifs Tonino has been using for decades.

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