Honor's latest smartphones, the Magic 8 Pro and 600 Pro, are packed with impressive features such as long-lasting batteries, advanced cameras, and high durability. These devices are designed to handle tough conditions, with both models featuring IP68/IP69K ratings, which means they can withstand dust, water, and even high-pressure water jets. The large silicon-carbon batteries support fast charging and provide more than two days of use under normal conditions. Despite using plastic for the back panel, both phones have sleek, premium-looking designs and performed well in informal water tests. Under the hood, both phones are powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipsets—Gen 5 for the Magic 8 Pro and Gen 4 for the 600 Pro. These processors ensure smooth performance, making multitasking and gaming effortless. The Magic 8 Pro comes with a 200MP 3.7x telephoto camera, while both models offer strong camera hardware. Pricing is competitive, with the Magic 8 Pro starting at £1,099.99 (AU$1,999) and the 600 Pro at £899.99 (AU$1,499) for 512GB storage. However, neither is currently available in the United States. The MagicOS software on these phones aims to mimic the iOS experience on Android. The interface includes a quick-settings panel similar to Apple’s Control Center, with smooth transitions and app animations that feel familiar to iPhone users. While the default theme isn’t identical to iOS, elements like the clock and wallpapers are reminiscent of Apple’s design. The setup screen features a cursive “Hello” animation, similar to Apple’s, with “MagicOS” displayed above it. Both phones include an “AI button” on the bottom-right corner that functions similarly to the iPhone’s Camera Control button. This button launches AI features, with a double press opening the camera. In the camera app, it acts as a shutter release and adjusts zoom when swiped. The Honor 600 Pro’s camera module is styled like the iPhone 17 Pro, with a wide rectangular design and a similar three-camera layout. Its orange finish closely resembles Apple’s Cosmic Orange. Reviewers have pointed out the strong similarities between Honor’s designs and Apple’s. While Honor has shown innovation in the past, such as with its foldable V Purse and robot phone (both launched in China), the brand has not yet established a unique identity. Competitors like Nothing have successfully created fresh Android experiences, suggesting Honor could follow a similar path. With strong technical capabilities and competitive pricing, Honor has the tools to create distinctive products. The next step is to build a clear brand identity that makes its phones feel unmistakably like Honor.