Honor MagicOS 8.0 released | New AI features

After a long time, Honor has finally announced its latest UI, the MagicOS 8.0, for its smartphones based on Android 14. According to the official announcements, the new major update comes with a lot of new AI-based features, performance upgrades, and improvements for devices. Here are the details about the new features and availability of Honor MagicOS 8.0…

Honor MagicOS 8.0 comes with a lot of new features

Since the launch of Android 14, phone manufacturers have brought a lot of new features and improvements to their devices. Today, Honor has officially released the MagicOS 8.0 Beta upgrade with several new features and performance improvements. The update will be available in beta version, and it will be released to the Magic5 and Magic4 series of flagship smartphones. You can check the features and availability below…

MagicOS 8.0 features

Magic Model: On-device AI with a 7 billion parameter LLM for functions like smart filming, one-word map search, and one-drag schedule, running locally on the device.
HONOR Portal: AI-powered Magic Portal functions for context-based app and service shortcut recommendations, enabling efficient multitasking.
Magic Capsule: Notifications about timer, hotspot status, order status, etc., displayed in a capsule format for quick access and reduced interruptions.
MagicRing: Multi-screen collaboration supporting up to 8 concurrent services like network sharing, screen sharing, keyboard and mouse sharing, etc., across devices.
Performance Upgrades: 30% performance upgrade compared to MagicOS 7.2, refined animations, and scenario-aware intelligence for frequently used applications.
System-level Anti-aging Technology: De-fragments high-frequency hot files, restoring read performance to over 90% of the initial performance.
Dual Space Features: Independent operation with isolated contacts and information, and an independent application market.
Magic Lock Screen: New customizable lock screen.
Versatile Desktop: Allows pinning app sub-services on the home screen for easier interaction.
Shake-to-block Ads: Feature to block ads with a shaking gesture.
Monthly Privacy Reports: Regular reports on privacy settings.
Anti-fraud Features: Protection against fraudulent activities.
HONOR Smart Space: Intelligent recommendations for home control services in the Smart Space feature.