HONOR has officially launched the Magic V6 in the Philippines, bringing its latest book-style foldable to the local market.

The HONOR Magic V6 is now available for pre-order at PHP 119,999. Pre-orders run from August 25 to September 4, 2026 through HONOR Experience and Partner Stores, as well as HONOR’s online store.

Customers who pre-order during the promotional period will also receive a free HONOR Pad X8b worth PHP 12,999 when they claim their purchase on September 5.

That makes the Magic V6 one of the more premium foldable options available locally. But after spending considerable time with the device for our full review, I found that its appeal isn’t simply about packing flagship hardware into a foldable.

The Magic V6 gets remarkably close to feeling like a regular flagship smartphone when folded, while still delivering the larger-screen experience that makes a book-style foldable useful.

Read our full HONOR Magic V6 review

Thin, light, and built to last

The Magic V6 measures just 8.75mm when folded and 4.0mm when unfolded on the White version. It weighs around 219 grams, giving it a surprisingly familiar feel in the hand.

That’s something I called out in my review. Despite being a foldable, the Magic V6 doesn’t feel like a tablet folded in half. It feels much closer to a traditional flagship smartphone.

HONOR also equipped the foldable with its Super Steel Hinge, which has a claimed tensile strength of 2,800MPa. An AI-assisted bionic cushioning system helps distribute impact from accidental drops and everyday use.

The Magic V6 also carries IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance.

Its inner display uses UTG flexible glass, while the outer display gets HONOR’s Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield. The latter uses up to 5,600 layers of silicon nitride coating to improve scratch resistance, durability, and reflectivity.

The two displays measure 6.52 inches externally and 7.95 inches internally. Both support adaptive refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz.

The outer screen reaches up to 6,000 nits peak brightness, while the inner display reaches 5,000 nits. Both also support 4320Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort.

A 6,660mAh battery in a foldable

One of the Magic V6’s biggest selling points is its battery.

It packs a 6,660mAh HONOR Silicon-carbon Battery, which HONOR calls the largest battery ever fitted into a foldable smartphone.

The battery uses roughly 25 percent silicon content and reaches an energy density of 921Wh/L. Despite the capacity, HONOR managed to keep the device’s body remarkably thin.

It also supports 80W wired and 66W wireless HONOR SuperCharge, along with wireless reverse charging.

In my review, battery life became one of the Magic V6’s biggest strengths. I found myself worrying less about the battery the longer I used the device. Even when using the phone unfolded, taking photos, multitasking, and going through a regular workday, I felt confident that it would get me through the day.

Under the hood, the Magic V6 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.

Cameras and productivity

The Magic V6 uses a triple-camera system consisting of a 50MP main camera, 64MP periscope telephoto, and 50MP ultra-wide camera.

The telephoto camera uses a 1/2-inch sensor and supports CIPA 6.5-stop image stabilization. HONOR also includes AI-powered imaging features such as AI Color Engine, Magic Color 2.0, Magic Video Color, and AI Image to Video 2.0.

I found the camera system to be one of the standout features of the Magic V6. It takes photos that I wouldn’t hesitate to post immediately on social media, although I still noticed some limitations once I went beyond 6x zoom.

The foldable also runs MagicOS 10, with HONOR AI Agents covering tasks such as settings, photos, suggestions, and contextual actions.

For productivity, HONOR adds Fast Flex for quickly activating split-screen mode and Multi-Flex for running up to three apps simultaneously on the inner display.

Works with Apple devices

HONOR is also positioning the Magic V6 as a cross-platform device.

It can connect with iPhone, Mac, AirPods, and Apple Watch through HONOR Share for file transfers, notification sharing, and Mac workflows. The Magic V6 also supports Quick Share for easier file transfers between Android and compatible Apple devices.

This isn’t just a theoretical feature, either. I regularly used the Magic V6 to move files between the phone and my MacBook Pro M4 during my review.

HONOR has also integrated Google Gemini, including Gemini Live interactions using text, voice, or images.

Buyers get a three-month Google AI Pro trial, which includes access to additional Gemini features, Flow, NotebookLM, video generation powered by Veo 3.1, Nano Banana Pro, and 5TB of cloud storage.

HONOR Magic V6 Philippines price and availability

The HONOR Magic V6 costs PHP 119,999 in the Philippines.

It is available in Red, Gold, and White.

Pre-orders run from August 25 to September 4, 2026, through HONOR Experience and Partner Stores and online.

Customers who pre-order can claim a free HONOR Pad X8b worth PHP 12,999 on September 5.

The local launch gives Philippine buyers access to one of HONOR’s most ambitious foldables yet. And based on our time with it, the Magic V6 delivers on the core promise of a book-style foldable: a phone that feels surprisingly normal when folded, then becomes a much larger productivity tool when you need it.

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has been recognized by Ookla for delivering the Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines for the second consecutive year.

Based on Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence data for the first half of 2026, Smart posted a Video Score of 72.82. It was the highest score among mobile operators in the country.

The award measures real-world video streaming quality across three equally weighted factors: video start time, uninterrupted playback, and Full HD resolution.

According to Ookla’s methodology, the Video Score measures how often users start videos in less than two seconds. It also considers uninterrupted playback and 1080p or higher resolution in most video sessions.

For Smart and TNT customers, this translates to faster-loading videos, smoother playback, and clearer high-definition streaming. This applies to livestreams, short-form videos, series, and live sports.

Smart continues 5G push

Smart said the recognition comes as it continues to expand and optimize its nationwide 5G network.

“From expanding coverage in underserved communities to increasing capacity in high-demand areas, every enhancement is driven by our commitment to delivering the best possible mobile experience for our customers,” said Debbie M. Hu, First Vice President and Head of Wireless Networks at Smart.

Smart also pointed to the growing role of video in Filipinos’ digital lives.

“Video has become an essential part of everyday digital life for Filipinos, and our customers expect their mobile network to perform consistently wherever they go,” said Lloyd R. Manaloto, First Vice President and Officer-in-Charge for Smart.

As of the end of June 2026, Smart had 12.5 million 5G-capable individual devices on its network.

That figure represents a 30% increase and accounts for 21% of individual devices on the network.

Smart said its network investments focus on optimization, targeted rollouts, and wider adoption of 5G-enabled devices. These efforts aim to support rising demand for video streaming and other data-intensive services.

The company said the investments also support the PLDT Group’s goal of delivering reliable digital services to Filipinos. They also contribute to the country’s digitalization agenda and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal No. 9 on Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.

Electric vehicles have been simmering in some hot water for a while now, but it’s not because of a reason you might be thinking of. Instead of its performance or even its reliability, the world’s modern vehicle is fretting over its door handles. Over the feature’s potential risks in a life-or-death situations, carmakers in China, including Tesla, are recalling around 4.3 million vehicles in the country.

When it comes to door handles, electric vehicles today are known for creating hidden ones that sit flush on a car door. These handles appear only when needed and automatically retract into the door when not in use.

For a while now, governments have been worried about them, citing concerns that they don’t offer easy exits during threatening scenarios. There have been incidents when the handles don’t pop up while a car is on fire, preventing both the car’s occupants and rescuers from opening the door.

Today, via Reuters, nine carmakers, including Tesla, are recalling 4.3 million vehicles from the country over these same door handles. Moreso than domestic brands, Tesla finds itself leading this pack with almost 3 million units. The other eight brands include Xiaomi and Geely.

This recall is responding to China’s latest regulation to ban hidden door handles starting 2027. Other measures include installing mechanical releases. Some brands are also rolling out software updates which automatically lower the car’s windows in case of an emergency, offering another exit for trapped occupants.

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