Honor Launches X80i, X70 Refresh, Watch X5i in China

Honor launched two new smartphones and a fitness-oriented smartwatch in China this week, while also releasing initial teasers for its upcoming 600 Series devices, emphasizing battery endurance, slim designs and AI-enhanced features to appeal to midrange consumers.

The Honor X80i, a midrange handset targeted at users seeking extended battery life and practical performance, became available starting April 10. Priced from 1,999 yuan (about $276), it features a 7000mAh battery with 45W wired charging, designed to support all-day usage for activities like video streaming, social media and light gaming. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite processor, the device offers up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Its 6.6-inch OLED display boasts 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 6500 nits, along with 3840Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort. The phone measures 7.34mm thick and weighs 185 grams, with a metal frame, IP66 dust and water resistance, and SGS five-star drop resistance certification. Camera options include a 50-megapixel rear sensor and an 8-megapixel front camera, supplemented by an upgraded antenna for 130 percent better weak-signal performance,...