Foldable smartphones have come a long way in just a few short years. Once seen as experimental, fragile, and prohibitively expensive, they are now a regular fixture at the top end of many manufacturers’ lineups. Samsung has been steadily refining its Galaxy Z Fold range, Google has entered the space with the Pixel Fold, and Chinese brands like Oppo and Xiaomi are pushing slimmer designs into their domestic markets.
Honor has been a consistent player here too, with the Magic V series establishing itself as a credible alternative to the better-known options from Samsung. Previous generations showed plenty of promise – elegant engineering and strong displays – but also came with the compromises that have often defined foldables: chunky dimensions, durability issues, or cameras that didn’t match the premium price tag.
