Honor to Global Launch Magic V5 in London; Flip 2 to follow

HONOR is expanding its foldable lineup with a global push centered on the Magic V5, while also moving its second-generation clamshell, the Magic V Flip 2, toward broader availability after a China debut. The company has announced a London event for August 28 to unveil the Magic V5 for international markets, alongside other devices, and has signaled that the Flip 2 will join a global launch phase following its China introduction. The dual-pronged strategy underscores Honor’s intent to compete in the high-end foldable segment as flagship devices from Samsung and Google tighten the market alignment.

The Magic V5 arrives in Europe with a combination of sub-9 millimeter folding profile, high-brightness displays and a sizeable battery. When unfolded, the device measures about 8.8 millimeters thick and weighs roughly 217 grams, making it among the slimmest foldables in its class. Its two displays include a 7.95-inch inner foldable OLED panel and a 6.43-inch outer screen, both offering a 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness around 5,000 nits. Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8 Elite platform, with up to 16 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of storage. The triple-camera setup on the rear...