It certainly looks the part, has one of the largest batteries ever of any foldable, it’s the first to be IP69 certified, and somehow it’s still one of the thinnest. We’re off to a good start. I’ve been putting it to the test over the past few weeks and here’s what I think.
Design and construction
- Aluminum frame, composite fiber back
- 219g, NanoCrystal shield glass
- IP69 certified
The Honor Magic V6 looks a lot like the Magic V5, with the most noticeable difference being the shape of the camera edge. It is now more angular, with an octagonal shape. New color options also help differentiate it from the previous generation.
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The red version is probably the most eye-catching; it has a deep, almost blood red back panel with a textured finish. I have the gold version, which is also very flashy. Friends have commented that it looks like a phone a Saudi prince or Kim Kardashian would use.
it somehow remains fingerprint-free despite being quite glossy
The color shifts slightly when the light hits it; there’s a subtle triangular repeating pattern across both the hinge and the back, and it somehow remains fingerprint-free despite being quite glossy. It’s a cool look. The included case is also super quality, with a cream leatherette covering and a rose gold camera bezel that doubles as a fold-out stand.
Of course, if you want something less striking, there are more traditional black and white models. The latter also has a hidden advantage: it’s the thinnest of the bunch at just 8.75mm closed, and Honor thinks it’s the thinnest foldable tablet on the market right now.
I haven’t used the white one, and it may be noticeably slimmer, but for what it’s worth, the gold version certainly looks and feels a bit thicker than my 8.9mm Galaxy Z Fold 7. I’m splitting hairs, though; this phone is still thinner than many flagship bar phones. So whether or not it’s the thinnest, it’s more than slim enough to fit comfortably in your pocket.
