Honor's upcoming Magic V6 foldable phone appeared at the Winter Olympics with gold medalist Xu Mengtao, confirming key specifications ahead of its March 1 unveiling.
Honor's next flagship foldable smartphone made a surprise appearance at the Winter Olympics in Italy, spotted in the hands of Olympic gold medalist Xu Mengtao. The aerial skiing champion, now officially confirmed as an ambassador for Honor's foldable lineup, was photographed using the unreleased Magic V6 during the games. This marks the second high-profile sighting of the device following actor Nicholas Tse's usage earlier this month.
The Magic V6 represents Honor's push into premium foldable territory with notable hardware advancements. According to certification listings and industry reports, the device will run on Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, positioning it among 2026's most powerful Android devices. Imaging capabilities center around a 200MP main camera sensor, potentially offering computational photography enhancements for both standard and folded shooting scenarios.
Battery technology appears equally ambitious, with a confirmed 7,150mAh capacity split across two cells – currently the largest battery ever certified for a foldable device. This substantial power bank supports Honor's 120W SuperCharge wired charging system, promising rapid power replenishment despite the large capacity. The combination addresses two common foldable pain points: battery anxiety and lengthy charging times.
Honor plans the official unveiling during its MWC Barcelona event on March 1, positioning the Magic V6 against Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series and Xiaomi's Mix Fold lineup. The Olympic appearance strategically showcases Honor's commitment to premium design durability in extreme conditions, while leveraging Xu Mengtao's athletic credibility ahead of the commercial launch. The timing suggests Honor aims to dominate foldable conversations during mobile's biggest annual trade event.
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