Fresh from the success of the HONOR X9a, HONOR Philippines is shaking up the Philippine smartphone market again, this time with the launch of the HONOR Magic 5 Pro, a high-end smartphone that will turn heads with its sleek design, powerful performance, and unique camera system. Stephen Cheng, Vice President for Marketing of HONOR Philippines, told me that the whole HONOR Philippines team is proud to finally bring the "best flagship smartphone in the Philippines." He proudly shared, "Starting today, June 16, HONOR fans all over the country can experience the true magic with its powerful camera, display, and water resistance capability." "I am truly grateful for the support of our HONOR fans for their undying support since HONOR relaunched here in PH  last Aug 2022. We will continue to keep our promise to create high-quality and relevant products that genuinely deserve by Filipinos." He added. I got my hands on the HONOR Magic 5 Pro before it was officially released in the Philippines. I'm blown away by the sleek design, unprecedented performance, and mesmerizing triple-lens camera system, making it a truly high-end device. The Magic 5 Pro sets a new benchmark for the smartphone industry, particularly photography. The triple-lens camera system can take stunning photos and videos in any lighting condition. I've been using the Magic 5 for over a month, and I'm consistently impressed with its performance. The phone is fast, responsive, and can easily handle even the most demanding tasks. The battery life is also excellent, and I can quickly get a full day of use out of the phone on a single charge. Overall, I'm incredibly impressed with the HONOR Magic 5 Pro. It's a beautifully designed phone with a powerful processor and a mesmerizing camera system. If you're looking for a high-end smartphone that can do it all, the HONOR Magic 5 Pro is the perfect choice. Unboxing the Magic 5, the first thing that caught my attention was its slim, stylish design. The phone's dimensions are well-proportioned, standing at a height of 6.42 inches, a width of 3.02 inches, and a depth of 0.34 inches. It weighs approximately 219 g, making it comfortable to hold and carry. But what makes the device truly stand out is its Quad-Curved Floating Screen. The 6.81 inches OLED display, with an aspect ratio of 19.54:9 and an excellent resolution of 2848×1312, provides an immersive viewing experience. Testing the camera of the HONOR Magic 5 Pro here at the Paper + Cup, Manila Bulletin.
However, the standout feature of the HONOR Magic 5 Pro is its revolutionary camera system. The triple-lens rear camera features a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, all capable of producing stunning images and videos. From breathtaking panoramic landscapes to finely detailed close-ups, the camera effortlessly adapts to the situation. Moreover, it offers 4K video recording at 60fps, which is a dream come true for content creators. But the camera brilliance doesn't end there. The 12-megapixel front-facing camera, paired with a 3D Depth Camera, ensures your selfies and video chats are of utmost quality. The Magic 5's camera software is jam-packed with features like portrait mode, AI beauty mode, and night mode, enhancing the overall photography experience. Under the hood, the Magic 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 octa-core processor, Adreno 740 GPU, 12GB RAM, and 512GB onboard storage. This, in my experience, provides an ultra-smooth and efficient performance, even when multitasking or running high-demand applications. The phone runs on MagicOS 7.1, based on Android 13, which offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface. One thing that struck me was the smartphone's impressive battery life. With a 5100 mAh battery, the Magic 5 efficiently sustains through an entire day of heavy usage. The 66W SuperCharge feature and a 50W Wireless SuperCharge option ensure the device is up and running quickly. When asked about the updates on the availability of the HONOR Magic 5 Pro, Jopey Libo-on, Brand Marketing Manager of HONOR Philippines, said, "We've been receiving advance purchases since the launch of HONOR Magic5 Pro last January 8. The demand resonates the inquiries and comments we've seen on social media. Filipinos highly trust this flagship smartphone because of its top global rank for water resistance, screen display, and camera. It also carries the fastest mobile chipset so far, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform. Filipinos will surely love being able to take fast-moving pictures with no blurred trails because of its AI Motion Sensing feature. They can also take underwater photos and videos up to 1.5 meters deep for a maximum of 30 minutes.   The aim is to no longer need an action cam anymore with HONOR Magic5 Pro in their pockets. It's truly a fashion phone with superb all-rounder flagship qualities!" Pao Oga, PR Manager of HONOR Philippines, said: "HONOR Magic5 Pro is now available in Midnight Black and Meadow Green starting June 16 for Php 59,990 with FREE HONOR Band 6 smartwatch and HONOR X3 Lite Earbuds, both worth Php 6,000 at select HONOR and partner dealer stores or online via Lazada, Shopee, and Tiktok Shop." From my perspective, the HONOR Magic 5 Pro is a fantastic piece of technology. It has a powerful camera system, can take stunning photos and videos in any lighting condition, and is easy to use. It effortlessly bridges the gap between a smartphone and a professional camera, making it ideal for users who prioritize photography. Overall, the HONOR Magic 5 Pro left me thoroughly impressed. It delivers exceptional performance, a captivating display, and a stellar camera to excite any photography enthusiast. Whether you are a casual user, a content creator, or a professional photographer, the HONOR Magic 5 is a worthy consideration for your next smartphone upgrade. And here's some good news. I was informed by Pao Oga that interested buyers can also get the Magic 5 Pro via Home Credit for  Php 1,718 per month without insurance, Php 2,085 with insurance, and on a 0% interest installment payment.