HONOR, a leader in AI device ecosystems worldwide, has officially launched the HONOR Magic8 Pro in the GCC, marking a pivotal moment in the brand’s growth. This launch underscores HONOR’s expertise in AI imaging, top-tier performance, and cutting-edge mobile connectivity. The event, hosted in Dubai with media, industry partners like Etisalat by e&, creators, and photographers, introduced the HONOR Magic8 Pro as HONOR’s most advanced device yet. It also launched HONOR’s “Chase Your Light” competition, celebrating creativity with impressive rewards.
Debo Zhang, HONOR GCC’s general manager, opened the ceremony, praising the brand’s strong performance in GCC markets. He reaffirmed HONOR’s dedication to delivering technology that aligns with regional consumer lifestyles and aspirations. Zhang stated, “The HONOR Magic8 Pro represents a leap in intelligent imaging and mobile productivity. The GCC’s demand for advanced imaging and mobile tech is strong. With the HONOR Magic8 Pro, we offer a flagship experience empowering creators and enhancing visual storytelling in the Middle East.”
HONOR highlighted the Magic8 Pro’s key features, including an interactive demo of its next-gen camera quality. The 200MP AI Ultra Night Telephoto camera excels in long-distance and low-light settings, while the AI Ultra Night Portrait mode offers precise color and exposure. The device features AI Magic Color and a new AI Editor for refined on-device creative adjustments. HONOR confirmed the Magic8 Pro as the UAE’s first smartphone with the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, ensuring advanced processing, improved thermal performance, and responsiveness. Other notable features include a 7100mAh HONOR Silicon-carbon Battery, AI Button, AI Search, and AI Documents, boosting productivity and AI-driven workflows.
The HONOR Magic8 Pro is the UAE’s first 5.5G-ready smartphone, advancing the nation’s digital landscape. This milestone showcases HONOR’s commitment to next-gen connectivity and tech innovation, reinforcing the UAE’s global digital leadership.
Photographer and videographer Riadh Maghni shared insights on the device’s low-light performance, stating: “The HONOR Magic8 Pro offers exceptional clarity in low-light, enabling authentic storytelling. Its AI tools give regional creators a professional experience, breaking barriers in night photography.”
Post-keynote, guests explored the Experience Zone to test the HONOR Magic8 Pro’s low-light capabilities.
Pre-orders for the HONOR Magic8 Pro start on December 11, 2025, in the UAE. Available configurations are 12GB + 512GB in Sunrise Gold, Sky Cyan, and Black for Dh3,999, and 16GB + 1TB in Sunrise Gold and Black for Dh4,699. Pre-orders include a premium gift package worth AED2,299, featuring HONOR VIP Care+ with 12-month damage protection, a three-month Google AI Pro trial, and the HONOR Watch5 Ultra.
Consumers can pre-order via HONOR Online Store, Sharaf DG, EMax, Ecity, Jumbo, Virgin Megastore, Amazon, Carrefour, e&, Eros, Noon & Lulu.
The HONOR Magic8 Pro launch solidifies HONOR’s role as an AI imaging, mobile intelligence, and creator-focused tech innovator, setting new standards for low-light photography and 5.5G connectivity.
