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HONOR Set to Pack the Punch with the Launch of its HONOR X9b 5G

Tech news 18 January 2024

Global technology brand HONOR has announced the upcoming launch of the brand-new HONOR X9b 5G in South Africa, the latest addition to its trustworthy and reliable X Series line-up.

Combining exceptional display quality, expansive photography capabilities and enhanced battery and hardware performance, the HONOR X9b 5G sets a new benchmark for mid-range smartphones in the industry.

As part of the exciting upcoming HONOR X9b 5G launch, HONOR presents the #HONORBeyondLimitsExperience on Saturday, 27 January 2024 at exclusive venues in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The event will feature durability tests for the HONOR X9b 5G screen with the robust and industry-leading HONOR Ultra-Bounce Anti Drop Display. It will offer three amazing experiences: Breaking Boundaries, Transcending Negativity, and Redefining Norms.

With 100 tickets up for grabs, the public who are bold enough to take part can enter the groundbreaking HONOR Beyond Limits Experience contest by sharing a photo or video showcasing how they break boundaries and defy norms in their lives, using #X9bBeyondLimitsExperience and tagging HONOR South Africa on social media.

By entering consumers stand a chance to win Exclusive VIP Access to the HONOR X9b Activation event as well as a chance to win their share of R150,000.00 in cash and prizes.

The competition closes 22 January, and the lucky winners will receive communication by 23 January.

Industry-leading Durability Powered by Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop Display

Showcasing industry-leading drop resistance and durability, the HONOR X9b’s display incorporates the HONOR Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop technology. Certified by SGS’s Five Star Overall Drop Resistance, the HONOR Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop Display utilises advanced cushioning technology using newly developed materials, which increases the shock absorption capacity by up to 1.2 times, ensuring utmost durability even when subject to drops from a height of 1.5 meters and all angles.

Triple Camera System for Captivating Photography

The HONOR X9b 5G boasts a triple camera system consisting of a 108MP Lossless Camera Capture, a 5MP Ultra-Wide Camera, and a 2MP Macro Camera. The 108MP Ultra-Clear Camera comes with a large 1/1.49-inch sensor and a large f/1.75 aperture, allowing it to capture more light and produce images with vivid clarity. The camera also offers high optical quality with 3X zoom and an outstanding motion capture engine, ensuring the HONOR X9b 5G produces clear snapshots with vibrant detail.

Flagship Performance for Unmatched Productivity

The HONOR X9b 5G comes with a durable and long-lasting 5800mAh battery that can power the device for 3 days on a single charge, providing users with reliable performance and a worry-free experience. Additionally, the battery exhibits superb durability, maintaining 80% of its capacity after undergoing 1000 charge cycles, making it one of the most robust device batteries in the market.

Powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 6 Gen 1 Mobile Platform the HONOR X9b 5G delivers excellent flagship capabilities with a 35% increase in GPU performance and a 40% increase in CPU efficiency, enabling seamless productivity and entertainment at all times.

Running the latest MagicOS 7.2 based on Android 13, the HONOR X9b 5G provides access to a range of upgraded and customised features, such as the HONOR Docs Suite, enabling a more intelligent and convenient experience of remote working. What’s more users don’t have to compromise their much-loved Google Mobile Services (GMS), and its suite of apps.

Human-centric Visual Excellence

Equipped with a remarkable 6.78-inch AMOLED Curved Display, the HONOR X9b 5G supports 1.5K ultra-clear resolution, 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut and up to 1.07 billion colours, offering ultra-clear visuals with sharp details and vibrant colours.

As a testament to HONOR's commitment to human-centric technology, the HONOR X9b 5G offers an array of eye protection features, including 1920Hz PWM Dimming, Low Blue Light, Dynamic Dimming, and Circadian Night Display, to cater to the needs of today’s always-on generation who spend long hours in front of screens.

Design and Availability

The HONOR X9b 5G boasts a sleek and modern aesthetic design with meticulous craftsmanship and exquisite detail and is available in two colourways – Sunrise Orange and Midnight Black. From February 2023, the HONOR X9b 5G will be available for purchase in South African retail stores.

Supplied by: HONOR.

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