What if your next smartphone wasn’t just a device, but a true robotic companion? That’s the bold vision recently unveiled by HONOR with its “Robot Phone” concept, revealed as a surprise following the launch of the Magic8 Series. This experimental prototype offers a glimpse of what mobile photography could look like in the future.
A gimbal that takes flight
The most striking feature of this concept is its motorized camera module that unfolds like a small drone. This camera, mounted on an articulated arm, can rotate in all directions, automatically track a subject, or even transform into a stabilized selfie camera. Placed on a table, the Robot Phone becomes a true photography assistant, capable of framing shots on its own, filming in 360°, or even tracking the stars.
Towards a true digital companion
But HONOR is thinking beyond mere technical achievement. The company envisions a device with a personality, almost endearing in the style of Wall-E. Thanks to artificial intelligence, this robot smartphone could anticipate your needs, recognize objects, or even generate content automatically. It’s a vision that places emotional AI at the heart of the user experience.
For now, the Robot Phone remains a concept with no release date. However, it clearly signals HONOR’s ambition: to transform the smartphone from a cold, passive tool into an intelligent, interactive companion. Stay tuned for MWC 2026 in Barcelona to see whether this bold idea will come to life.
