HONOR today introduced its latest mobile operating system, MagicOS 9.0, built on Android 15, exclusively for the Chinese market. The new OS integrates AI-powered features and advanced system-level AI throughout its platform, offering a range of smart services and seamless user experiences. Below is a detailed look at its key features.
YOYO Agent
With the upgraded YOYO Agent powered by HONOR’s Magic Large Model Family, complex tasks are simplified into single commands. This AI assistant learns user habits and processes instructions efficiently, managing apps and system controls.
- Order drinks with one command, remembering preferences.
- Disable notifications for uninterrupted browsing.
- Compare prices in one sentence to find the best deals.
- Automatically fill in forms with ease.
- Access intelligent recommendations based on browsing, with proactive assistance from YOYO.
HONOR Anydoor
By circling content with your knuckles, you can instantly access related services using HONOR Anydoor. It understands user intent across a variety of needs, such as food, entertainment, and daily tasks, providing quick and efficient information retrieval.
Smart Capsules
Smart Capsules provide critical real-time information like weather alerts, medical appointments, or face-swap detection without interrupting your workflow. These alerts ensure you stay informed without distractions.
Smooth User Interface with Intuitive Animation
MagicOS 9.0 introduces an intuitive animation engine, providing a smooth experience for app switching and information viewing. The dynamic effects ensure interactions are natural and fluid.
Face Swap Detection for Secure Interactions
With the rise of AI technology, HONOR’s face-swap detection helps users identify fraudulent AI-altered videos in real-time. This feature ensures secure interactions during video calls and online activities.
AI-Powered Productivity Tools
MagicOS 9.0 includes AI tools designed to boost productivity:
- AI Notes: Automatically transcribes meeting minutes, supporting multiple languages and dialects, with a one-click summary feature.
- AI Document: Offers document Q&A, paper comparison, and one-click mind mapping, along with AI-assisted writing for efficient document creation.
- AI Translate: Supports automatic language detection for seamless communication in business and travel.
AI Magic Photo Editor: Enhanced Creativity
The AI-powered Magic Photo Editor provides tools to enhance photos:
- Eliminate unwanted images.
- Restore old or damaged faces.
- Expand images and apply AI-powered filters for creative enhancements.
AI Search: Personalized Search Results
HONOR’s AI search tool adapts to user preferences, providing more effective, personalized search results and solutions tailored to individual needs.
Intelligent Body Ecosystem for Fitness and Travel
MagicOS 9.0 introduces an AI-powered ecosystem for daily tasks:
- Smart fitness coach: Generates personalized workout plans with real-time adjustments.
- Travel assistant: Provides recommendations for transport and accommodation, while semantic search helps locate films based on vague plot details.
Turbo X: Enhanced Graphics and Performance
The upgraded Turbo X system, featuring a full-stack Vulkan graphics engine, delivers 40% faster rendering and 11% lower power consumption. The Predictive Scheduling Engine ensures smoother performance under heavy workloads, maintaining an average frame rate of 119.9 FPS with zero jitter.
Cross-System AI Coordination
MagicOS 9.0 enhances connectivity between devices:
- Dual-device messaging: Sync messages and calls between phones and watches.
- Cross-device security: Remotely lock your phone from your watch, ideal for parental control or security.
- Home and car integration: Seamlessly share apps and content between your phone, TV, and car for an uninterrupted experience.
HONOR Digital Human and Magic Lock Screen
MagicOS 9.0 introduces a personalized “digital human” assistant for a more engaging experience. Users can also choose from over 20 lock screen styles, including anime and 3D, to customize their device.
HONOR’s Investment in AI-Powered Innovation
HONOR has committed a 2 billion yuan investment to accelerate the development of AI features for its foldable devices, focusing on application ecosystems, gaming, and AI service integration.
Availability and Rollout
The HONOR Magic7 Series will be the first devices to feature MagicOS 9.0 out of the box. The upgrade will begin rolling out to eligible devices starting in November 2024, including:
- HONOR Magic V3 and Vs3
- HONOR Magic V2, V2 RSR Porsche Design, and V2 Ultimate Edition
- HONOR Magic6 Series: Magic6 RSR Porsche Design, Magic6 Ultra Edition, Magic6 Pro
- HONOR Magic5 Series: Magic5, Magic5 Pro, and Magic5 Ultimate Edition