Honor's rumored wide foldable could challenge Samsung and Apple
Honor is reportedly planning to launch a new wide-format foldable smartphone in January 2027 to compete with Samsung and Apple. The device is expected to replace the company's 'Vs' series, signaling a shift in their foldable product strategy.
Why it matters
The foldable smartphone market is a key battleground for premium mobile innovation, and Honor's entry into the wide-format space intensifies competition.
The foldable smartphone market is entering a new phase of competition as manufacturers increasingly explore horizontally folding designs with wider inner displays. After Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Apple's rumored iPhone Duo, Honor is reportedly preparing to enter the race with an entirely new foldable.
The device is now tipped to launch in January 2027, although Honor has yet to officially confirm its existence or release schedule. Recent reports citing Weibo tipster Smart Pikachu point to a January launch, while earlier leaks had suggested a broader first-half 2027 timeframe.
Honor's wide foldable tipped to start at around $1,470
The first rumors about Honor's new foldable emerged around eight months ago, when a Weibo account specializing in leaks posted a cryptic message suggesting that a foldable device with an entirely new form factor was under development.
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