The HONOR 70 uses a 6.67-inch curved OLED panel with FHD+ resolution, 120 Hertz refresh rate and 20:09 aspect ratio. The display can view 1.07 billion colours and also supports DCI-P3 wide colour gamut. Under the hood, the phone gets the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus processor, with 5G support. On the software side, the device comes preloaded with Magic UI 6.1 based on Android 12 OS. The global version will come with Google Play Services support.
On the back, the HONOR 70 utilizes a triple camera setup and a flash inside two rings. A 54MP Sony IMX800 Main lens, a 50MP Ultra Wide lens doubles as a Macro lens and a 2MP Depth camera. The device however lacks OIS and instead uses EIS. For selfies, the handset features a single 32MP camera.
The device will be powered by a 4800mAh Lithium Polymer battery and can be pumped up with HONOR’s 66W SuperCharge tech. It lacks wireless charging support, however. For security, the phone employs an under-display optical fingerprint scanner. Connectivity-wise, the HONOR 70 supports a USB Type-C port, Dual SIM, Wi-Fi 5 GHz, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
Introducing Solo Cut Mode, the Industry’s First Solo Cut Mode for Vlogging
Delivering exceptional videography innovations, the HONOR 70 introduces the industry’s first Solo Cut Mode for vlogging. This ground-breaking solution enables users to produce portrait vlogs that spotlight a specific person in a group video using Person Autofocus Tracking Technology.
With Dual Video Streaming, multiple videos can be produced simultaneously, including an individual video with a solo view of the subject being spotlighted alongside the main group video with full view, perfect for content creators who want to choose the hero of their story. With Seamless Focus Switch, users can change the focus of the video to spotlight a different subject at the tap of a finger, enabling users to freely and conveniently create vlogs in a variety of different formats.
Debuting the World’s First 1/1.49-inch Sony IMX800 Sensor for Stunning Images
Delivering a best-in-class photography experience, the HONOR 70 comes with an outstanding Dual Main Camera featuring industry-leading Computational Photography powered by AI and HONOR’s proprietary imaging solution, HONOR Image Engine, delivering stunning, high-definition images and footage in a unique and consistent style.
The Dual Main Camera features a 54MP Sony IMX800 Super Sensing Main Camera with f/1.9 aperture, and debuts the world’s first flagship 1/1.49-inch IMX800 Sensor, improving image performance and enabling users to capture more light for brighter and more detailed pictures. Equipped with a 50MP Ultra-Wide & Macro Camera with f/2.2 aperture, the HONOR 70 enables users to capture wider angles or close-ups with exceptional image quality. On the front, the HONOR 70 is equipped with a 32MP Super Clear Selfie Camera, allowing users to capture gorgeous selfies with super clear details.
Aesthetic Design Inspired by Diamonds
Embodying a premium and unique aesthetic, the HONOR 70 has been designed with a symmetrical Super Dual-Curved Screen, boasting a thickness of just 7.91mm and a total weight of 178g, effortlessly fitting into small handbags and pockets.
Fusing fashion and technology, the HONOR 70 has been designed with advanced coating technologies, bringing users a striking visual interpretation of light radiating over diamonds, making it the perfect fashion statement to go perfectly with colourful and shiny accessories.
Superb Performance with a Stellar Spec Sheet
Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G Plus 5G 6nm SoC, the HONOR 70 delivers enhanced performance and is capable of handling heavy-duty tasks, whilst bringing smooth graphics, and real-time responses.
Supported by HONOR’s pioneering technology innovations, GPU Turbo X and OS Turbo X, the HONOR 70 delivers enhanced performance and enhanced power designed for superior communication, gaming, and more. Packed with an Anti-aging Engine, the HONOR 70 can intelligently clean up system junk files to provide more storage space.
The screen of HONOR 70 supports 1.07 billion colours, 100% DCI-P3 and HDR 10+, bringing users vivid colours in sharp and crisp detail. It is also equipped with industry-leading Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Dimming technology of 1920Hz, providing ambient lighting for a comfortable viewing experience. With a dynamic refresh rate of 120Hz and a 300Hz touch sampling rate, the HONOR 70 provides increased efficiency and a faster touch response speed, whether users are gaming or scrolling social media.
The HONOR 70 is equipped with an ultra-large 4800mAh battery with 66W Wired HONOR SuperCharge technology to deliver a full day of uninterrupted use for general users. Users can rapidly charge the HONOR 70 to 60% from 3% in just 20 minutes[5] using the included charger.
The HONOR 70 is the first HONOR N Series smartphone to boast the latest HONOR Magic UI 6.1. Based on Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 offers a range of enhanced, customised features to provide an original, smarter, and more personalised experience, delivering greater convenience and productivity for users to enjoy.
Pricing and Availability
Designed for today’s stylish generation, the HONOR 70 is available in a range of splendid and fashionable colour options including Midnight Black, Crystal Silver and Emerald Green.
Starting from £479.99, the HONOR 70 comes in 2 variations:
The HONOR 70 8+128GB costs £479.99 and will be available at Hihonor, Argos, Currys, Amazon, Very in Midnight Black, Crystal Silver and Emerald Green. Pre-orders for the HONOR 70 8+128GB will start on the 26th of August 2022, with general sales from the 2nd of September 2022.
The HONOR 70 8+256GB costs £529.99 and will be available in Vodafone & Three in Midnight Black & Emerald Green. Pre-orders for the HONOR 70 8+256GB will start on the 26th of August 2022, with general sales from the 2nd of September 2022.
