HONOR's flagship smartphone 400 Lite with premium AI is now available in Singapore
With Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the forefront of almost every tech brand, HONOR is expanding the reach of AI by offering it at an affordable price point in its flagship HONOR 400 Lite, now officially available in Singapore. Image courtesy of HONOR.
Integrating advanced AI capabilities into its mobile photography and display technology, the 400 Lite also features an intuitive AI button for camera controls to enhance your photography experience with smart vision capabilities.
Here's a closer look at some of its key features. Image courtesy of HONOR.
Image courtesy of HONOR.
Built with a slim 7.29mm profile and weighing in at just 171g, the HONOR 400 Lite features a minimalist geometric lens design and a velvet-like soft mist texture that has been enhanced by the Excimer process for a refined, reflection-free finish. Made for everyday use, the device holds a SGS Five-Star Drop Resistance Certification and supports IP65 wet-hand touch technology for use even in wet conditions like rain. Image courtesy of HONOR.
Featuring a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, you'll be able to enjoy your content with smooth, vivid visuals and sharp clarity. You also don't have to worry about eye comfort as the 400 Lite includes seven eye care technologies to help you reduce eye strain and improve viewing comfort.
With a 108MP main camera and a 5MP sensor for wide shots and depth detection, you are going to get a standout photography experience and the ability to capture crisp, high-resolution shots that are applicable even in low light. Image courtesy of HONOR.
Photos taken in Portrait mode — Environmental, Classic, and Close-up — will also have a natural bokeh effect to add artistic depth for your versatile and creative shots. Image courtesy of HONOR.
Powered by the AI HONOR Image Engine and RAW Domain Algorithm, the 400 Lite's 16MP front camera ensures that you get balanced, detailed selfies in any lighting while a built-in selfie light helps to add a soft, professional glow for low-light portraits. Image courtesy of HONOR.
The AI Button on the HONOR 400 Lite introduces you to a revolutionary Camera Control feature that allows you to take photos, record videos, and adjust focus with ease. It also provides quick and easy access to Google Lens, providing you with the opportunity to explore and interact with your surroundings. Image courtesy of HONOR.
Through this integration with Smart Vision (Google Lens), you can transform your smartphone into a powerful tool for exploration and learning where you can identify plants, animals and artwork with ease, or even translate foreign text from menus and signs in real-time across 100 languages. Video courtesy of HONOR.
Together with a Google Gemini Power Button, you can unlock more AI possibilities with the 400 Lite, even getting quick access to AI Eraser & AI Outpainting tools for effortless photo editing, as well as to activate Google Gemini to act as your personal AI assistant to help with various tasks such as drafting emails, looking up flights and hotels, and planning a holiday!
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
AsiaOne
7 days ago
- AsiaOne
Slim, sleek, but slightly too short-lived: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge review, Digital News
It's no secret that phones have been getting larger over the years with higher screen-to-body ratios than ever before. Smartphone companies seem to be in a constant race to produce phones with the best functions and features, cramming as much as they can into a small device to cater to consumers' every desire. Now, however, it appears Samsung has turned that trend on its head, building their slimmest and lightest phone yet — the Galaxy S25 Edge — which I got to try out for a week. A phone that 'disappears' If you've ever seen a magician make something disappear into thin air, placing this phone in your pocket may just evoke a similar sensation. Even before trying out the phone's functions, it is the device's weight — or lack thereof — that hits me. At just 163g, the Edge is ridiculously lightweight, so much that the heft you would usually feel with phones is almost completely gone. When placing the device in your pocket, it virtually disappears, if not for the cool sensation of the screen against your skin. Granted, I used the phone without a case which could contribute to the overall weight it has, but no other smartphone I've tried even comes close to how light the Edge feels. How slim the device is also adds to the Edge's allure — it boasts a 5.8mm thin chassis, making it the slimmest Samsung flagship to ever hit the market. Combined with the sleek titanium frame, the Edge presents one of the best tactile experiences I've ever had holding a phone, giving off an unignorably premium feel. Does the Edge edge out the S25 flagships? When it comes to premium smartphones, Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra stands at the absolute peak for the electronics brand. So how does the slimmer and lighter Edge fair against the product that precedes it? For starters, it is worth noting that the Edge comes with the suite of AI functions from Google Gemini, connecting your requests across multiple Google and Samsung-based applications seamlessly. This means that the day-to-day use of Google Gemini is no different across the Edge and the Ultra for the average user — although this also applies to any frustrations with AI assistants you may encounter along the way. [[nid:714667]] The elephant in the room is the decrease in the number of cameras on the Edge compared to the Ultra, going from a quad camera setup to dual cameras. While it may appear that the Edge presents a downgrade in terms of photograph quality, this may likely have been a necessary sacrifice for the sake of the phone's thinness. Admittedly, I found the camera quality good enough for everyday use as well — photographs taken were beautiful and clear, capturing colour well across both the selfie and main cameras. All good things must come to an end Although the Edge does perform its job splendidly, it still falls a little short of expectations, especially when comparing to recent Samsung flagships. With a battery capacity of 3,900 mAh, it can withstand a full day of use, but only if you don't use more energy-intensive applications like games or watching videos. Comparatively, the base S25 model has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh, while the S25 Plus and Ultra have 4,900 mAh and 5,000 mAh respectively. With how a battery's lifespan would naturally decay, that means the Edge may not be your go-to if you're looking for a phone that will last you multiple years — but it may be sufficient if you're going for a contract plan. Something else I noticed was that the Edge seemed to heat up faster than I'd expect, ramping up quickly to a toasty feel when I would browse the Internet, game or watch videos. The temperature never got to an unbearable level, however, and the phone would always cool down speedily enough - possibly a testament to the strength of the cooling system within. The price point of the Edge also does make it less desirable for me — at $1,628 for the base Edge, some may balk at the amount they would have to fork out to obtain this cutting-edge device. That it has a lower battery capacity and an arguably weaker camera than other recent flagship models also make the Edge potentially less of a bang for your buck. Speaking of models, however, the Edge is possibly best described as a supermodel — a glamorous and elegant alternative that would handle a catwalk with ease. While it may fall short of other flagship models, it is definitely the most premium phone that I've handled thus far, and definitely one that those with deeper pockets would appreciate more. [[nid:699494]] khooyihang@
Business Times
28-05-2025
- Business Times
China's Honor developing humanoid robots in US$10 billion AI plan
HONOR Device, the smartphone maker spun out from Huawei Technologies, is developing humanoid robots as part of its push into China's crowded artificial intelligence (AI) arena. The Shenzhen-based company's department for new business opportunities has decided to go further with robotics including human-shaped machines, it said on Wednesday (May 28). It announced in March a US$10 billion initiative to expand into new industries, with a focus on AI and novel applications. China is leading the way in humanoid robotics with a handful of promising startups that have recently raised their profile. Last month, Beijing hosted a robot half-marathon that was completed by only a few of the 21 robots that entered. Nvidia chief Jensen Huang has said the field has the potential to turn into a trillion-dollar industry, especially in factories and warehouses designed for human workers. Honor's expansion into robots would mirror efforts by the likes of Xiaomi, which has gotten into making electric vehicles and smart factories, to diversify away from commodity electronics. Such as rivals Oppo and Vivo, Honor is building its own agentic AI services that will be integrated into its software for smartphones and other devices. BLOOMBERG
Business Times
27-05-2025
- Business Times
Asean to push bilateral tariff talks with US without undermining regional unity, says Malaysia's PM Anwar
[KUALA LUMPUR] Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) have agreed to pursue bilateral discussions with the United States on tariff-related issues, while ensuring such negotiations do not compromise the interests of other member states, said Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday (May 27). His country is the Asean chair for 2025. Speaking at a media briefing at the close of the 46th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Anwar – who is serving as Asean chair in 2025 – described the meeting as 'unprecedented,' citing a growing sense of urgency among leaders to drive reforms amid external shocks. 'All leaders are on the same page when it comes to bilateral engagement with the US,' he said. 'But we also agreed that it should not be at the expense of other countries.' He added that the region's response was driven by the need to protect the interests of its more than 660 million people. 'I have not seen this level of commitment from Asean leaders in previous years,' he noted. South-east Asian economies have been among the worst hit by the recent wave of US tariffs, with six of the bloc's 10 members facing levies ranging from 32 to 49 per cent once the current 90-day moratorium ends in July. Anwar said that he had written to US President Donald Trump requesting a US-Asean Summit to enhance collaboration. While Washington has yet to respond, he said Asean leaders remain ready to engage with the US and have reached a consensus on their position. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 8.30 am Asean Business Business insights centering on South-east Asia's fast-growing economies. Sign Up Sign Up 'We must continue to engage – economically, in trade and investment. Take Malaysia, for example. We are a semiconductor hub, with over 60 per cent of our semiconductor exports going to the US.' Stronger cooperation ahead The summit concluded ahead of schedule, with most agenda items settled through consensus, added the prime minister. He expects tangible progress by the time Asean leaders meet again in October, noting that ministers and officials have been tasked to work on implementation strategies in the coming months. On the Myanmar crisis, Anwar said leaders reaffirmed their support for the Five-Point Consensus and pledged to continue providing humanitarian assistance. The bloc also urged all parties in Myanmar to cease violence and take concrete steps towards a peaceful resolution. 'The Five-Point Consensus remains our main reference. It must be implemented in full to help the people of Myanmar reach a durable, inclusive, and Myanmar-owned solution,' noted Anwar. Diversifying partnerships While engagement with the US continues, Asean will also intensify intra-regional trade and deepen ties with China and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), added the Malaysian leader. 'When people talk about globalisation, it's often seen as a Western concept, but trade in the East started much earlier,' he said. 'With new leadership in Asean, the Middle East, and China, we must focus on collaboration, focus on economic growth and also to secure peace.' China's Premier Li Qiang and Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah, crown prince of Kuwait and the president of the current session of the Supreme Council of the GCC, were also present on Tuesday for the inaugural Asean-GCC-China Summit. Separately, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said Asean's sub-regional cooperation under the Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asean Growth Area (Bimp-Eaga) has been pivotal in reducing development gaps and boosting inclusive growth. Chairing the 16th Bimp-Eaga Summit on Tuesday, Marcos pointed to advances in connectivity, trade and investment facilitation, and food and energy security. He also cited growing momentum in ecotourism and green development since the initiative's launch in 1994.
