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HONOR Drops Its Toughest Phone, HONOR X9b, & More Upgrades That’ll Make You Say “Yasss!”

No more spending on phone cases & screen protectors!
Fairuz Shahar
01 Nov 2023, 08:20 PM

This article is sponsored by HONOR

Aedy Ashraf and woman with HONOR X9bImages via HONOR

Remember that heartbreaking moment when you accidentally dropped your smartphone, leaving you with a shattered screen? Say goodbye to that drama because HONOR just dropped its toughest (like, literally) phone yet – the brand-new HONOR X9b!

It’s the sequel to HONOR X9a, known for its rugged OLED curved display that has shown to survive all sorts of rough and tumble. The HONOR X9b has taken strength to the next level, alongside some impressive upgrades!

 

Check out these 7 upgrades that make HONOR X9b a must-have!

#1 Super-duper tough

HONOR X9b and tyreImage via HONOR

 

Man smashing HONOR X9b

Image via HONOR

 

HONOR X9b is like the Iron Man of smartphones. It’s got a 360° all-angle ultra-tough design and has earned the world first’s smartphone Five-Star Overall Drop Resistance certification from Switzerland's SGS.

Thanks to HONOR's Ultra-Bounce Technology, and innovative cushioning materials, this phone can handle all sorts of rough situations, from drops to impacts. We’re talking about 1 to 1.5 meters of drop resistance! 

 

#2 Battery life for days!

HONOR X9b Battery LifeImage via HONOR

 

The phone is slim and lightweight but packs a massive 5800 mAh battery. This means one charge can keep you going for 3 days! It has also received the Gold Label recognition from DXOMARK, an independent benchmark that scientifically assesses smartphones.

Whether you're binge-watching your favourite K-drama, gaming, or scrolling through social media, this phone’s life got the stamina! It even retains 80% of its capacity after 1,000 charge cycles. Your battery worries? Gone!

 

#3 Loads of storage

HONOR X9b titanium silverImage via HONOR

HONOR X9b offers 20(12+8)GB of RAM and 256GB of ROM storage, so you won't have to worry about deleting your precious photos or making space for more apps. Plus, it's faster than most midrange phones, thanks to LPDDR4X and UFS 3.1. No more waiting around for apps to load!

 

#4 A screen that pops!

HONOR X9b displayImage via HONOR

 

The HONOR X9b boasts a 6.78-inch 1.5k Retina Resolution Display with a jaw-dropping 10.7 billion colours, 120Hz refresh rate and 1,200nits peak brightness. Your eyes will also be in good hands with features like 1920Hz PWM dimming, Circadian Night Display and Dynamic Dimming.

Besides, it’s obtained the TÜV Rheinland Hardware-Level Low Blue Light Certification, so you can enjoy better sleep and less eye fatigue!

 

#5 A camera that slays!

Gubei water townImage via HONOR

 

Great wall of ChinaImage via HONOR

 

The HONOR X9b has a 108MP ultra-clear camera that captures mind-blowing shots. It's got a big aperture, so you get more light for epic photos. The icing on the cake?  Its Falcon capture feature allows you to effortlessly capture high-quality, high-speed motion moments!

 

#6 Next-level performance

HONOR X9b performanceImage via HONOR

 

This phone is powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 6 Gen 1 chipset, featuring Qualcomm® Kryo™ CPU and Adreno™ GPU, which makes it up to 40% faster than its predecessors. It's designed for multitasking, gaming, and AI processing, so bye-bye lags!

 

#7 Stylish design choices

HONOR X9bImage via HONOR

The HONOR X9b also comes in three sleek colours: Sunrise Orange, Titanium Silver, and Midnight Black.

 

HONOR X9b Sunrise Orange

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The Sunrise Orange even has a premium leather finish, giving you that unique and luxurious feel.

 

Pre-order HONOR X9b now!

HONOR X9b pre orderImage via HONOR

 

Are you ready to get your hands on the HONOR X9b? You can pre-order it now for RM1,499 and score some freebies, including 365 Days Front & Back Crack Replacement, an HONOR CHOICE smart band, and Bluetooth earphones!

Don't miss out – pre-order is from 1 to 9 November.  Shop the HONOR X9b at HONOR’s online store.

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