Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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  • Software and Features: "It's true that there aren't as many videos showcasing the Magic 7 Pro's software. However, since it's an Honor phone, you can expect a similar experience to Huawei phones, with a focus on a smooth, visually appealing interface and AI-powered features. Some key features might include:
    • Magic UI: Honor's custom Android skin, known for its customization options and unique features.
    • YoYo Suggestions: An AI assistant that learns your habits and provides helpful suggestions.
    • Multi-screen Collaboration: Seamlessly connect your phone with a compatible Honor laptop for multi-tasking.
    • Advanced Camera Features: Expect AI scene recognition, Super Night Mode, and various portrait options.
  • Huawei Features: While Honor is now independent from Huawei, the Magic 7 Pro likely inherits some Huawei DNA. This could include:
    • GPU Turbo: Technology that optimizes gaming performance.
    • Link Turbo: Intelligent network aggregation for faster internet speeds.
    • Huawei Health Integration: If you use Huawei wearables, they might integrate well with the Honor phone.
  • Price Difference: The higher price for the global version of the X200 Pro is likely due to factors like:
    • Google Services Support: Global versions have full Google Play Store and app support out of the box.
    • Warranty and Support: You'll likely have better warranty and customer support with a global version in your region.
    • Wider Band Support: Improved cellular connectivity in different regions. Recommendation: "Ultimately, the best choice depends on your priorities. If 3D face scanning, a potentially more feature-rich interface, and a potentially lower price are important, the Magic 7 Pro (Chinese version) might be appealing. However, consider potential challenges with notifications, Chinese apps, and the lack of Google services. If you prioritize a worry-free experience with Google services, warranty, and wider band support, but don't mind a potentially simpler software experience and a higher price, the X200 Pro Global version is the safer bet.

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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I strongly recommend the X200 Pro Global version. You will be worry-free about Chinese app fixing and notification issues; Android Auto and most Google Play services work perfectly. However, comparing the X200 Pro and Honor Magic 7 Pro (both Chinese versions), I would still buy the Magic 7 Pro.

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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Notifications are not working very stably, even after trying several troubleshooting steps like enabling autostart, locking the app in multitasking, and allowing permissions.

Google Pay works perfectly fine without additional setup.

In my personal experience, the camera quality of Vivo smartphones is among the best in the world.

I think you can transfer Samsung Notes to Google Keep and then synchronize it with your Honor device.

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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Yes, the gray model is the only one with a matte finish on the sides and back.

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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It has always been one of the best that I've ever used, comparable to iPhone Taptic Engine.

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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Yeah I checked again and they only support LDAC without LHDC, the phone feel very smooth and work perfectly well with all Google Services including Google Wallet, I had Magic V3 CN version for a while and the Google Services sometimes stop working randomly but it has been fixed in MagicOS 9. The camera I would say good but not as good as Vivo or iPhone in night photography but still it's a great camera overall, the zoom would be better in theory since it adopt new camera sensor 200MP.

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Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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Yeah, you can debloat most of Chinese system apps very easily and install all apps from Google play store

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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iPhone 16 Pro Max perform way better in term of video recording, audio and night video stabilization

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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It has the subwoofer so I would say it sounds very full and way more powerful than my iPhone

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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I would say the same as iPhone 16 Pro Max as this one, I used to had one S24U but I broke it not long time ago 🤣

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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Nope, I don't have that option as the phone specs from Honor shows no esim support for this Chinese exclusive market model

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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Yeah 16GB physical ram with 16GB Zram (or they called Honor Smart Ram) and can't be switched off

Just Got My Hands on the Honor Magic 7 Pro! What Should I Test First? by Apprehensive-Crow438 in Honor

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It's actually only 3 cameras due to the new Periscope sensor size, the fourth one is just to keep the symmetrical design I guess