In addition to the HONOR X9b, HONOR has also unveiled the HONOR CHOICE X5, a device that guarantees superior audio quality, and the HONOR CHOICE Smartwatch featuring the HONOR Health app for comprehensive fitness tracking. These launches highlight HONOR’s commitment to establishing a connected ecosystem in India.

Commenting on the launch, Mr CP Khandelwal, SVP & Co-founder, Htech said, We are thrilled to launch our much anticipated products – X9b smartphone, HONOR Choice Earbuds X5, and HONOR Choice Smartwatch. These latest products represent a major step forward in our goal to redefine the user experience and build a connected ecosystem in India. While we are expanding our product lineup, we are equally focused on customer satisfaction and want our customers to have trust in our brand and for the same reason, we have introduced the HONOR Protect Plan absolutely free of cost for the X9b smartphone. This includes thoughtful offers like 90% buy back guarantee within 30 days, a one-time screen replacement within six months of purchase, and 6-month Extended Warranty, along with 18 months of door-to-door pickup and drop for repairs from brand authorized service centers. To serve our customers with utmost diligence, we have more than 400 authorized service centers across 180 locations PAN India. All our products are available across Amazon.in, www.explorehonor.com and mainline stores near you.

HONOR X9b – Redefining Excellence with eXtra durability

Experience Unmatched Durability with the HONOR X9b, Featuring Ultra-Bounce Anti-drop 360° Display. Designed to withstand drops of up to 1.5 meters, this smartphone offers comprehensive protection on all six faces and four corners. The sleek and premium design houses a long-lasting 5800mAh battery, keeping you powered throughout the day without compromise. With dynamic light and hardware-level low blue light technology, the HONOR X9b ensures prolonged usage without straining your eyes. Its 6.78-inch display, sporting a 120Hz panel and impressive 1.5K resolution, delivers smooth visuals with intricate detail, offering an immersive viewing experience.

HONOR CHOICE Earbuds X5 – Ultimate Audio companion

Enhance Your Audio Experience with the HONOR CHOICE Earbuds X5. Designed to deliver premium sound quality, these earbuds are equipped with advanced connectivity features, including effortless device switching through HONOR AI Space. With their ergonomic in-ear design, 30 DB ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) algorithms, IP54 rating for dust and water resistance, and an impressive 35-hour battery life, these earbuds are the perfect audio companion for those who value exceptional performance on the go. Available for purchase starting from 16th February at an affordable price of Rs. 1999 on Amazon.in, the brand website – www.explorehonor.com, and select mainline stores.

HONOR CHOICE Watch – Introducing the Latest HONOR Smartwatch

Upgrade Your Active Lifestyle with the HONOR CHOICE Watch. This smartwatch, equipped with the HONOR Health app, offers advanced features to complement your fitness journey. With its AMOLED Ultra-thin display showcasing 21 dynamic ‘Always-on’ watch faces, 5ATM water resistance, and built-in GPS, it is perfect for both land and water activities. The smartwatch also includes convenient SOS calling functionality and an impressive battery life that lasts up to 12 days. Starting from 24th February, you can purchase the HONOR CHOICE Watch for Rs. 6499, with a launch offer discount of Rs. 500, bringing the price down to Rs. 5999. Available on Amazon.in, the brand website – www.explorehonor.com, and select mainline stores near you.

Honor X9b review in five points

1. The sleek and slim Honor X9b embraces the latest design trend with a curved panel and a stylish leather finish at the back. This not only adds grip but also enhances one-handed usability. The device boasts an appealing and attractive design. The display impresses with its vibrant colors and sharp text, making content consumption a delightful experience. The device showcases remarkable durability, surviving intentional and forceful drops on the road without any visible dents or damages. Overall, the Honor X9b offers an appealing design, vibrant display, and solid durability, ensuring a satisfying user experience.
2. Equipped with the reliable Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC, the Honor X9b delivers smooth performance for everyday tasks. While it may not be the fastest chipset in the Rs 30,000 range, it certainly holds its own. However, users keen on playing demanding games like Genshin Impact should manage their expectations. The game is playable at lower settings, and while switching to medium graphics improves visual clarity, it compromises the smoothness of the gaming experience. Overall, the Honor X9b excels in handling general tasks but may not provide optimal performance for heavy gaming.
3. In daylight conditions, the Honor X9b captures pleasing shots, although the HDR performance is not exceptional. The colors tend to be overly saturated, especially in close-up or portrait shots, which can be a hit-or-miss situation. While the daylight landscape shots look good at first glance, zooming in reveals soft details. The device manages to maintain a balanced dynamic range in the images, similar to other established phones in the Rs 30,000 price range. However, the portraits or selfies may appear slightly over-sharpened, although the overall photos exhibit natural colors and a decent visual quality.
4. With light to moderate usage, the Honor X9b offers a battery life of approximately 9 hours. It’s worth noting that Honor does not include a charger in the retail box, requiring users to purchase one separately. However, those purchasing the device now can avail themselves of a free charger offer. It’s important to mention that the Honor X9b supports slow charging, with 35W fast charging being the maximum speed available. Charging the device fully with the company’s official charger takes around two and a half hours.
5. Available at a price of Rs 25,999, the Honor X9b delivers satisfactory performance and reliable durability. It features an appealing design, a capable camera, decent battery life, and a smooth AMOLED display, making it a viable choice for potential buyers. However, for those specifically seeking enhanced gaming experiences, a dual speaker setup, and faster charging capabilities, alternatives such as the Poco X6 Pro and OnePlus Nord CE 3 would be more suitable options to consider.

Display Technology: The microsite reveals that the Honor X9B will have a curved display which is said to be “unbreakable”. The smartphone is expected to offer SGS-certified “360-degree hole-device protection” and an “Ultra Bounce Display” with ‘airbag’ technology.

Key Features: Amazon’s product page shows off some key features, including a big battery, a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, and a slim design for the Honor X9B. Although specific specifications are not listed, the microsite hints at another important launch with the smartphone.

Camera module teaser: A banner at the top of the microsite displays a silhouette of the rear camera module along with the launch date (February 15) and the words “additional unlock”. Interestingly, the “x” in the word “Extra” is represented by two overlapping earbuds, suggesting the launch of the Honor Choice Earbuds X5.

Honor Choice Earbuds X5: Teaser hints at the possible launch of Honor Choice Earbuds X5 alongside the Honor X9b. This is in line with the teaser given earlier by HonorTech CEO Madhav Sheth.

Expected Specifications: Honor 7.2. The phone is expected to pack a 5,800mAh battery with 35W wired fast charging support. The camera setup may include a 108-megapixel triple rear camera system and a 16-megapixel front camera.

The microsite and teaser reveal that Honor is gearing up for an exciting launch event on February 15, with the possible debut of the Honor X9B and Honor Choice Earbuds X5 with unique display technology.