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Android Authority
15 hours ago
- Android Authority
Thought Z Fold 7 renders were hot? Here's a look at the actual thinnest foldable in the world
TL;DR HONOR has officially revealed the Magic V5 foldable phone in a series of pictures posted online. The pictures show a super-thin foldable phone, albeit with a large camera bump. HONOR claims that this will be the thinnest foldable phone in the world. HONOR made headlines when it launched the Magic V2 in 2023, as it was the thinnest foldable phone in the world by quite a margin. The company then launched the even thinner Magic V3 last year, and it's now gearing up to launch the Magic V5. HONOR has already claimed that this will be the thinnest foldable in the world, and it has now shown off images of the device. HONOR posted images of the Magic V5 on Weibo today, showing the phone from the top, bottom, and side. These pictures reveal an impressively thin form factor for the most part. You can view these images below. It's hard to draw a direct comparison to the leaked Galaxy Z Fold 7 renders, as those images show the thin Samsung foldable from different angles. However, it's clear that the HONOR foldable is extremely thin in its own right. Check out the leaked Galaxy Z Fold 7 renders below, for reference. In saying so, both the Magic V5 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 have large camera bumps. So those hoping for a completely slim HONOR or Samsung foldable might be disappointed. Nevertheless, it seems like large camera bumps are a necessary sacrifice if we want great camera hardware and a thin body in general. HONOR will launch the Magic V5 in China on July 2. There's no word on a global launch just yet, but history shows that you might have to wait until September for a wider release. So our fingers are crossed that HONOR narrows the gap between Chinese and global launches. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Digital Trends
2 days ago
- Digital Trends
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 launch date leaks, but there might be a bigger problem
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 launch date is tipped to be less than three weeks away, but it's going to be beaten to the punch by another foldable which could put a dampener on Samsung's announcement. Chinese smartphone maker Honor has announced when it will officially launch its next foldable, confirming that it will be the 'world's thinnest foldable smartphone'. Recommended Videos The Honor Magic V5 will be introduced in China on July 2, and looks set to wrestle the thinnest foldable crown back from Oppo, which had taken it from Honor and the Magic V3 with the arrival of the Oppo Find N5 earlier this year. Considering the Find N5 is just 8.9mm when folded and a super svelte 4.2mm unfolded (ignoring the camera bump), the Honor Magic V5 looks set to be a particularly slick piece of hardware. It means when folded, the Magic V5 isn't going to be that much thicker than the Galaxy S25 Ultra (8.2mm) or the iPhone 16 Pro Max (8.3mm) – and neither of those phones fold. Phone Folded Unfolded Oppo Find N5 (2025) 8.9mm 4.2mm Honor Magic V3 (2024) 9.3mm 4.4mm Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) 10.5mm 5.1mm OnePlus Open (2023) 11.7mm 5.8mm Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 (2024) 12.1mm 5.6mm As the table above shows, its current Z Fold 6 is considerably thicker than rival foldables from Oppo, Honor and Google – so there's a lot of work for Samsung to do if it wants the Z Fold 7's hardware to compete here. The good news for Samsung fans is rumors suggest the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be considerably thinner than the Fold 6, as Samsung continues to tease its next foldable, but there are conflicting reports on just how thin it will be. Usually reliable leaker Universe Ice has suggested the Galaxy Z Fold 7 might be as thin as 3.9mm when unfolded – which would really give the Magic V5 a run for its money – but a more recent report from SamMobile suggest Samsung's foldable will be 4.54mm unfolded and 9mm folded. This is very similar to an Android Headlines report from February, giving more weight to this sizing. Still, at 9mm folded it would be considerable improvement over the Z Fold 6, but it could still have fans looking enviously at other foldables. Thinness envy Honor says 'the Magic V5 is designed to directly challenge the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7', and along with this bold statement, the Chinese manufacturer gave us our first look at the slender profile of the Magic V5. I was seriously impressed by the Magic V3 after spending an extended period of time with it, and it did make me disappointed that my Pixel 9 Pro Fold was noticeably chunkier. With the Magic V5 set to be even slimmer, I fully expect a phone which is supremely pocketable and comfortable in the hand. And that's exactly what you should expect from a phone with a price tag as lofty as today's foldables. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 will likely come with its own sizable asking price, and when I part with quite so much money I want to know I'm getting something special. Samsung has teased us by saying it's lining up an 'Ultra' branded foldable this year, which could well be the Z Fold 7, and while that should mean excellent power and cameras, it could also mean a higher price tag. While a more expensive foldable isn't necessarily a bad thing, if we get the scenario where Samsung increases the price but doesn't refine the design to beat, or even match, the Honor and Oppo competition, it will take some of the shine off the Z Fold 7's introduction. The thinnest foldable in the US? According to reliable leaker Evan Blass, Samsung will unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 7 on July 9, just seven days after the Honor Magic V5 is announced in China. The next Galaxy Unpacked: 9 July 2025 @ 10AM EDT — Evan Blass (@evleaks) June 18, 2025 But even if the Galaxy Z Fold 7 isn't as thin as the Honor Magic V5, the latter is unlikely to be available to buy in the US, as previous Honor devices haven't launched here. And with the Oppo Find N5 also not available in the US, it leaves American foldable phone fans with a limited choice. It means that for the US, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 may be the thinnest foldable phone available. While that will be some comfort for buyers, there could be that nagging voice reminding you there's something more slender out there in the world. Either way, it looks like we won't have to wait much longer to find out if Honor and Samsung will introduce us to some of the best foldable phones of 2025.
Phone Arena
2 days ago
- Phone Arena
Honor's next tablet is even thinner than the Galaxy S25 Edge
Honor is one of the companies that's expected to launch a Galaxy Z Fold 7 competitor before Samsung introduces its flagship. In fact, the Chinese company has already confirmed it will unveil the Magic V5 on July 2. The catch is the foldable will only be introduced in China, so the Galaxy Z Fold 7 might not have any competition globally after Magic V5 is not the only interesting product Honor plans to announce on July 2. The sequel to the MagicPad 2 tablet is also going to be introduced alongside the company's foldable early next month. If you think the Galaxy S25 Edge is incredibly thin, then you'll probably think it's impossible for a tablet to be thinner. Well, the MagicPad 3 is just 5.79mm thick, which is just 0.1mm thinner than the Galaxy S25 Edge. Honor MagicPad 3 is just 0.1mm thinner than the Galaxy S25 Edge | Image credit: Honor But that's not the only main selling point of the high-end tablet. According to the General Manager of Honor's Tablet and IoT Product division, the MagicPad 3 will pack 'the largest battery in the industry.' Based on previous reports, Honor's tablet should feature a huge 12,450 mAh battery. Another 'industry's first' for the MagicPad 3 is the 13.3-inch LCD Oasis eye-protection display, which takes advantage of a dual DDIC setup for dual-core drivers. The innovations that Honor integrated into the display will enable the tablet to offer an ultra-high resolution and refresh rate experience. Honor MagicPad 3 looks stunning in official images | Images credits: Honor Other rumored highlights of the MagicPad 3 include a top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, 16GB RAM, and up to 1TB of internal storage. Also, the tablet's huge battery is said to support 66W wired charging speeds. Several pictures showing the tablet's back and sides have been recently published by Honor on Weibo. These only show the Floating Gold version of the MagicPad 3, but two other color options are likely to be available at launch: Starry Gray and Moon Shadow White. Honor MagicPad 3 will be the company's best tablet to date, so we expect this to be priced pretty high. Sadly, that means the global model will be even more expensive. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Reuters
02-06-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Paramount Global nominates three board directors as Skydance merger awaits approval
June 2 (Reuters) - Paramount Global (PARA.O), opens new tab nominated three new directors on Monday, seeking to boost its board strength to seven as it awaits regulatory approval for its $8.4 billion merger with Skydance Media. Paramount nominated Mary Boies, counsel to Boies Schiller Flexner LLP, Charles Ryan, co-founder and general partner of Almaz Capital, and Roanne Sragow Licht, former justice and adjunct professor at Boston University and Roger Williams University. U.S. President Donald Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against Paramount-owned CBS News in October, alleging that the network deceptively edited an interview with then-vice president and presidential candidate Kamala Harris, to "tip the scales in favor of the Democratic Party" in the election. Trump's lawsuit is seen as a major roadblock to the Paramount-Skydance merger, according to some analysts. The merger requires approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission, which has authority over the transaction because it needs to approve the transfer of the broadcast television licenses held by CBS. Paramount, chaired by Shari Redstone, reportedly offered $15 million to settle the suit. Trump raised his claim for damages to $20 billion in February. The Wall Street Journal reported last week that the company wanted to ensure it had a full board in place in case its negotiations with Trump to settle his lawsuit fell through. Paramount is scheduled to hold its annual stockholder meeting on July 2.
