Honor Magic Vs 2

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 has two LTPO OLED displays — a large inner foldable screen and a generously sized cover screen that is usable without unfolding the phone.

• Inner display: At 7.92 inches, the unfolded screen gives you a near-tablet-sized canvas for video, multitasking and reading.
• Cover display: At 6.43 inches with 2,500 nits peak brightness, the cover screen is large enough and bright enough to use fully without ever opening the phone.

-> Keep in mind: The Magic Vs 2's cover screen is unusually large for a foldable — most rivals offer a cover display under 6 inches, making this significantly more practical as an everyday phone.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 runs on the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, a flagship-grade chip built on a 4nm node, paired with generous RAM and fast storage for smooth foldable multitasking.

• Multitasking: The large inner display paired with 12GB or 16GB RAM is well suited to running multiple apps side by side, which is one of the main use cases for a foldable.
• Gaming: The Adreno 730 handles demanding titles comfortably and supports the high refresh rate of both displays.
• Storage: With no microSD slot, the 256GB or 512GB built-in storage is what you get — choose accordingly.

-> Pro tip: If you use your phone for heavy media storage or shoot a lot of video, the 512GB variant is worth the premium given there is no way to expand storage later.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 has a triple rear camera system with a large primary sensor, a telephoto lens with OIS and an ultra-wide, covering most shooting scenarios a foldable user would need.

• Main camera: The 50MP sensor at f/1.9 captures detailed, well-lit shots in most conditions.
• Telephoto: 2.5x optical zoom with OIS keeps distant subjects sharp, and the 20MP sensor retains enough detail for cropping.
• Ultra-wide: The 12MP ultra-wide has autofocus, which is uncommon at this price point and helps with close-up wide shots.
• Selfies: The 16MP front camera shoots 4K video, useful for video calls and content creation on the large cover screen.

-> Pro tip: The Magic Vs 2 supports dual-view recording — you can simultaneously use the rear and front cameras, which is a handy foldable-specific feature for content creators.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 ships with Android 13 and MagicOS 7.2, which includes foldable-optimised features such as multi-window layouts, drag-and-drop between apps and a PC-style desktop mode when connected to a monitor.

• Foldable optimisation: MagicOS adapts the interface automatically when you open or close the phone, routing apps to the appropriate display.
• Google services: Early units shipped without Google apps, but HONOR confirmed Google services support from the MagicOS 8.0 update onwards.
• Stylus support: Both the inner and cover screens support stylus input, which is useful for note-taking and sketching on the large inner display.

-> Keep in mind: As a rumoured India launch, the software version and update timeline at launch may differ. Confirm the shipping OS version with the retailer before buying.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 supports 5G and comes with Wi-Fi 6E and USB 3.1 with DisplayPort output, making it capable of connecting to an external monitor for a desktop-like experience.

• 5G bands: Supports key Indian 5G bands including n1, n3, n5, n8, n28, n38, n41, n77, n78 and n79, covering major Indian operators.
• Wi-Fi 6E: The 6GHz band support delivers faster, less congested wireless speeds where compatible routers are available.
• DisplayPort 1.2: Connect to a monitor via USB-C for a full desktop experience, which pairs well with MagicOS's desktop mode.
• No headphone jack: You will need a USB-C adapter or Bluetooth earphones.

-> Keep in mind: There is no headphone jack — factor in the cost of a USB-C DAC or wireless earphones if you listen to audio frequently.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a full set of motion and environmental sensors suited to a premium foldable.

• Side-mounted fingerprint: Placed on the frame rather than under the display, which tends to be faster and more reliable for unlocking in both folded and unfolded states.
• Gyroscope: Enables accurate motion tracking for AR apps, gaming and photo stabilisation.
• Face unlock: Works alongside the fingerprint sensor for quick, contactless unlocking.

-> Keep in mind: The side-mounted fingerprint sensor is accessible whether the phone is folded or open, which is a practical advantage over under-display sensors on most slab phones.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 packs a 5,000mAh battery — large for a book-style foldable — with 66W wired fast charging that delivers a full charge in under an hour.

• Battery size: 5,000mAh is generous for a foldable, most of which sacrifice battery capacity for thinness. The Magic Vs 2 manages both a slim profile and a large cell.
• 66W charging: A full charge in roughly 50 minutes means a short top-up before heading out covers most of the day.
• Reverse wireless charging: You can use the phone to wirelessly charge accessories such as earbuds or a smartwatch.
• No wireless charging: The phone itself cannot receive wireless charging, only give it.

-> Pro tip: Running two displays draws more power than a standard slab phone — keeping the cover display in use as your primary screen when folded will extend battery life compared to keeping the phone open all day.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 comes with a standard manufacturer warranty covering hardware defects and manufacturing issues.

• Device warranty: Covers the handset against manufacturing defects and hardware failures for one year from the date of purchase.
• Accessories warranty: The bundled charger, cable and case are covered for six months.
• What is not covered: Physical damage, water damage beyond the phone's rated resistance and software issues are typically excluded.

-> Keep in mind: As the HONOR Magic Vs 2 has not officially launched in India yet, confirm warranty terms and the availability of authorised service centres in your city before purchasing.

The HONOR Magic Vs 2 has stereo speakers with DTS Sound tuning and no headphone jack, relying on USB-C or Bluetooth for wired and wireless audio.

• Stereo speakers: Two speakers deliver wider, more immersive sound for media and speakerphone calls, which matters more on a large inner display where you are more likely to watch content.
• DTS Sound: Hardware-level audio tuning improves clarity and depth compared to untuned speakers at this price point.
• No headphone jack: Use a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter or Bluetooth earphones. The USB-C port supports audio output natively.

-> Keep in mind: The 66W charger occupies the USB-C port while charging, so you cannot simultaneously charge and use wired audio without a USB-C hub or dock.