Honor’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 and iPhone Duo rival is reportedly launching in January

Honor is reportedly set to launch its first wide-format foldable device in January, according to leaks. This new entry aims to compete with the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 and iPhone Duo. Apple's attempt at a wide-format foldable with its iPhone Duo was inspired by the success of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8. Xiaomi's 18 Fold has already adopted this design, indicating that the trend is here to stay.

Leaker Digital Chat Station claims that Honor's wide foldable features a 5.5-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch inner display. The device is powered by a battery with a capacity of over 7,000 mAh and is equipped with a 200MP main camera, along with a periscope zoom lens. This is significant because both the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and iPhone Duo are missing a telephoto sensor, despite Apple's marketing emphasizing its presence.

Another leaker, Smart Pikachu, asserts that the release date for Honor's wide foldable is expected to be in January. It is unclear whether this release date applies to global markets or specifically China. Honor's previous Magic V6 model was one of the standout foldable releases of 2026, and with the market focusing on wide-format designs, there is great anticipation for what Honor and other brands will offer.