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[Honor Magic V2] p.bresciani:
Useless? I am from Italy and I have only had Global versions my entire life. I now have been using the Chinese V2 with GSM for months and there is not a single thing that is not working. Exactly the same as my Samsung Fold Z5 or my Oppo N2 or Flip Z5. I have a Huawei GT3 watch which works perfectly, notification wise not a single problem with or without the Push Honor app.

I don't use Android Auto, never used in my life so I don't need it.

I use my bank apps, token apps, I pay everywhere in the world with Google Wallet with NFC, play store is perfect, every single app just like normal phones. Battery life is extraordinary, never witnessed anything like that. Media apps, storage apps, the stylus, not a single glitch. Reception of the sim is one of the best ever experienced and I use it dual sims. Google calendar is auto synced to Gmail and I can see all of my booking (planes, trains, etc) automatically in the calendar. Everything is perfectly synced with my other google devices.

If YOU are not able to use it properly don't blame the phone. Because this is one the greatest foldable phone ever made. Even with the China ROM+GOOGLE SERVICES.
[Honor Magic V2] thklinge:
So you're willing to live with the shortcomings, good for you. Others aren't willing to pay top dollar for a subpar product.
[Honor Magic V2] perfecteric:
You are spot on!

I have the same feelings, great Phone in daily use. I had the Vivo X fold and OnePlus Open, but this V2 is outstanding! All notifications in time. Android Auto would be nice , but no dealbreaker.
[Honor Magic V2] p.bresciani:
Please, enumerate the many shortcomings you are talking about. We are talking about Roms with GSM enabled. Taking for granted that Android Auto will never work in these devices, please allow all of us to understand, from your evident and specific computer expertise, what are all of these shortcomings you're referring to.

Please, make a list, so everyone can understand better your point, because it looks like you want to have one.

When the fox can't reach the grapes, it says they are sour.

And by the way, they are already testing the Global Rom in Europe. You could have waited for the Global launch which allegedly will happen in the coming weeks. If you buy a CHINESE ROM you have to know what you are dealing with. In this particular phone, incredibly enough, my experience is practically identical to the Samsung Z Fold 5. I do the exact same things. But please, enlighten us with all the shortcomings we are all dealing with with this crappy phone you are mentioning. Please, everyone now is very curious :)
[Honor Magic V2] thklinge:
You couldn't be bothered to jump one page back?

1. Location history can not be enabled.

2. Google Timeline doesn't work. Any app that uses location history (usually apps that log hours at work based on what work site you're at, etc.) doesn't work.

3. Android Auto doesn't work.

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4. Push notifications only work if you have the latest Honor Push notification app or if you disable the Honor Push Notification app

5. Launcher can not be changed so you're stuck with the stock launcher.

6. Android Wear apps tend to be picky depending on your watch. Some work, some don't.

7. Gallery app does not allow you to extract persons from Fotos (though depending on the Gallery app being used).

8. Google News widget can not be used by swiping to the right and you need to put a little work into the Honor board to remove Chinese stuff and add the classic widgets.

9. The phone is flooded with random Chinese apps. Even after a thorough cleaning some remain and some menus still pop up in Chinese.

10. Google backup and restore doesn't work.

11. Google assistant hotword (hello Google!) doesn't work.
[Honor Magic V2] chortya:
You just have completely wrong expectations. Chinese ROMs do not support Google services, deal with it and use Global versions if you rely on those services. Global version of V2 will be available very soon so you have time to sell Chinese version.

Geopolitics will always impact this stuff and internal Chinese market is big enough for Chinese companies to ignore Google. I would even assume that Chinese government will not allow GMS as standard fully integrated service anytime soon due to data governance.
[Honor Magic V2] p.bresciani:
If you call these "shortcomings", you did good in choosing another phone indeed! I don't have any single Chinese app and no Chinese menus pop up under any circumstances, push notifications work with no need to disable anything, Honor Push App is already updated with the latest firmware for every phone. Launcher and all the other mentioned issues cannot be considered shortcomings if you decide to go with a Chinese ROM. Minor things HAVE TO BE tolerated. To me, using gbox or not having notifications are considered shortcomings, not your list.

But once again, you are probably not ready to accept a Chinese ROM, therefore you did great in choosing some other device!

Ps. I completely switched from the fold Z5 to the V2.
[Honor Magic V2] jaganrana:
Anyone know if we can switch to global ROM on Chinese version of V2 when its available?
[Honor Magic V2] thklinge:
If it works for you, good for you.

You shouldn't HAVE TO TOLERATE anything on such an expensive device. And when Honor said they were supporting Google they should have done it properly.

Nobody knows. Only Honor.
[Honor Magic V2] lucboucim:
I also switched from the Oneplus Open to my V2 and I am fully statisfied and more. All the apps I need in my daily life are perfectly working. I don't need Android Auto as my car is equipped with Android Automotive. As for the other shortcomings identified I just don't mind these short... With the GMS installed, the V2 is truly a nice machine which beats the competition.....
[Honor Magic V2] thklinge:
Well, if someone considers the phone and stumbles in here for more info, at least now they know that it certainly isn't for everyone.
[Honor Magic V2] p.bresciani:
It's the opposite my friend: if you buy a device born with the only CHINESE ROM with NO OFFICIAL GOOGLE SUPPORT when launched (remember that GMS were added later but the phone was born without and without any indications that they will include google one day) then you definitely HAVE TO TOLERATE and you also have to say thank you to Honor, because if you buy a Chinese device you know that you will NOT have Google. If one day the company decides to include it, YOU HAVE TO TOLERATE some hiccups, even if you paid 5.000 dollars, because when the phone came out it was clearly indicated that GOOGLE PLAY SERVICES were NOT supported. So,.if you're not ready to tolerate some margin of tweak of the software, it is definitely not a phone for you. But don't blame Honor. It's YOUR fault, not theirs. You are the one not suitable for such a device. You should have done your homework better BEFORE approaching a Chinese ROM based device.
[Honor Magic V2] p.bresciani:
See? You're totally missing the point. If one consideres this device, he has to consider that it's a CHINESE ROM, with later ADDED the GMS. If you want a GLOBAL ROM, it is not a device for you.

People should study more and know what they buy. You have to be ready to buy a CHINESE ROM ONLY DEVICE if you are approaching this market. Because the device it's not a GLOBAL one. You cannot expect to have all the functionalities of a Global Rom.

As far as I am concerned, application wise and everyday usage wise, everything is perfect, no sign of Chinese fonts and no apps missing. But I was ready to have some minor problems because I knew what I was buying.
[Honor Magic V2] perfecteric:
Maybe we can all stop arguing about the phone, its been long enough. Everybody is entitled to their opinion, we don't have to agree.

For me this forum is about info en helping each other. I hope you all agree.
[Honor Magic V2] p.bresciani:
It's not arguing, it's clarifying some info about this phone that I think it's important people know if they want to buy the phone. That's what the forum is also about. If you come to this forum and read the shortcomings stated by some users, you also need to know that it's not the only bell. And I think it's useful to know that 99% of the apps work perfectly, just as it is important also to know that for some user it's important to have Android Auto working, for example. Therefore I think this is not "arguing", but letting people know that this is a Chinese ROM based device, with GMS added later which doesn't make it a Global Rom device. People need to know what they are dealing with, otherwise the purpose of this forum will be not respected. We need to inform people and help. Some users might point out that some apps are not working, but I think it's important to point out also that this is not a GLOBAL ROM device, so you cannot expect to work like one.
[Honor Magic V2] perfecteric:
Btw, I'm on your side. I am using the phone for weeks now, and love it. But the back and forth arguments for and against the phone should be known by now. What is a plus for someone is a minus for someone else. Still, i love the phone and plan om keeping it for some time. Looking forward to Magic OS8
[Honor Magic V2] izbr1234:
Thanks, that's fixed.
[Honor Magic V2] igokkaya:
No matter what I did, I could not connect my Galaxy Watch 6 to the phone. I tried almost all methods.
[Honor Magic V2] MatroxD:
Goofy question: is there a side bar option on the home page of the v2? I thought there was? I had to factory reset my device to go into repair, and I cannot remember if, and how to access a sidebar. I may be confusing it with my Mix Fold 3, but I could have sworn there was a sidebar?

TIA
[Honor Magic V2] Thealshear:
Keep holding the back gesture and the sidebar appears then!
[Honor Magic V2] MatroxD:
Ah! Thank you much! I didn't think I was going nuts.. Ha ha ha

Many, many thanks once again!
[Honor Magic V2] lucboucim:
Sold my OnePlus Open today!! Now working only with the Magic V2 (GMS). No regrets :-)
[Honor Magic V2] MatroxD:
Must be the season! I sold my fold 4 2 days ago..
[Honor Magic V2] hiraan:
Since Honor is selling the device with external (folded) screen protector pre-installed, is that an indication that the screen is more vulnerable or it is just like any other phone?
[Honor Magic V2] conceptgate:
Most folding phones come with a factory installed screen protector on the foldable screen as they are less resilient to damage than standard glass non-folding screens. The V2 is no different in this regard to other folding phones; no worse/better.

So far, in 3 months, I haven't had a problem with the foldable screen.
[Honor Magic V2] Thealshear:
I can say this, I removed the inner screen protector as I damaged it. The actual screen feels like crap and not smooth at all and very unusable naked. I would recommend if for any reason it got removed replace it ASAP.

P.S. removing it was incredibly difficult as it was really stuck on there
[Honor Magic V2] sascha.zindel:
It seems as if Honor will be presenting the global version of Honor Magic V2 to the public on 11th January in Hong Kong .... will be interesting to see if sales start the same day or not.
[Honor Magic V2] z1c_wh:
here I am, taken.

I've had them all, including the Oneplus Open... no match. After 2 days I blended it, lol

that cockade at the back with the cameras is really uncomfortable

This is the best Huawei/Honor foldable syntesis
[Honor Magic V2] shadR49:
Hi all.

Is somebody have file with rom-update SP51CHNC00E124R3P14 ?

I will be glad to receive a link to the file.

May try to download the update to a usb flash with a Type-C connector in dload directory.

Connect flash to phone.

Then switch to engineering mode and force install this update from a USB flash drive.

*#*#2846579#*#* Software-upgrade-SDCard upgrade

after upgrade - reboot.
[Honor Magic V2] sascha.zindel:
Well that is exactly the struggle. No one has the service firmware because Honor does not provide them publicly. And keep in mind: You need the full firmware. Update firmware files do not help you.
[Honor Magic V2] Bigzanigza:
I've watched more videos than I can count but no one seems to properly go through the multitasking aspect of the device. Can someone who has used it for a while give me a bit of an idea of it's usability and how well it performs? Are there many apps completely incompatible with multitasking? Is it possible to do horizontal multitasking to watch videos on the top half of the screen and scroll another app on the bottom half? Are many apps compatible with horizontal multitasking?

I have a preorder in for the global version and I'm not sure if it'll be any different software wise the the Chinese version (other than full google compatibility) but these are just some basic things that I'd like to know about before 100% committing. If anyone had a short snippet of the horizontal multitasking that would be incredible. Thanks in advance!
[Honor Magic V2] chortya:
Where did you preorder?

IMO, multitasking for mobile devices is overrated in general. Even unfolded the screen is way too small for my typical productivity use-cases. I only use side-by-side vertical split from time to time. E.g. Chrome and other app or Teams and Outlook.

OnePlus Open is definitely more mature in this and Samsung Fold probably too.

Honor is actually even struggling with automatic app stretching...
[Honor Magic V2] Bigzanigza:
I'm in Australia. Preordered through Huawei.

It's a shame that the multitasking isn't great. The OnePlus Open looks to be a good buy although hard to come across in Australia and is a little bit more expensive than the Honor. It's just so hard to look past the aesthetic of the Honor phone. If I could get a hold of the OnePlus Open for around $1,350 USD I probably would go with that instead but it's sold out at the only retailer that sells it here and they don't know if they'll be getting any more stock. As it stands it's $1,800 USD.

Keen to see how Magic OS 8 runs on it and how the global rom differs from the Chinese rom. I'd love to be able to play with it before purchasing it but unfortunately I don't have that luxury due to no display models in Australia.
[Honor Magic V2] Honorist:
Hey guys, the beta 8 goes on start. Have anyone the start??
[Honor Magic V2] chortya:
It's a shame that I have decided to sell my V2 as I was fed up with some GMS integration limitations (primarily WearOS issues after I have updated my watch to WearOS 3.2). Will follow the thread to check your experience and any improvements MagicOS8 might bring.

But I am actually not expecting groundbreaking changes with MagicOS8.
[Honor Magic V2] Falkenhayn:
The beta OS8 is just available with a Chinese phone number,isn't it?
[Honor Magic V2] Honorist:
The registration is closed!! Yes you needed a Chinese Number. Mine is aproaved, but I don’t know what comes now😳
[Honor Magic V2] sascha.zindel:
Did you get approval with a valid Chinese number or a faked one? If so, did they ask any questions?

I requested it as well, but mine still states "Under review" ....
[Honor Magic V2] Honorist:
You see the foto that I postet? On the next page is aproved. Wait I send another foto
[Honor Magic V2] manmute98:
Still awaiting a response if approved or rejected after completing the questionire sent. Finger cross it approved and the Magic Os8.0 includes GMS and not another beta test program 🙈
[Honor Magic V2] XtianRO:
It's less likely to get a "rejected status". They mentioned that if you're accepted your status will change to "accepted" but if not you'll remain in "under review" status and you're advised to wait patiently for the next step ... which I think will be the public beta.
[Honor Magic V2] manmute98:
I think it be good to share what we would like Honor to improve on Honor V2 especially around enriched user experience, take what's not working well from a hardware & most importantly software aspect. Listing from personal experience and what we consider a benchmark to deliver or work from.

I'm based in the UK, but device is from China and unlike other premium manufacturer no need for names, unless constructive, warranty it China restricted as oppose to being Global.

For a premium device this feedback needs reviewing. I'll expect many to oppose to this but be constructive as we all benefit from everyone's experience and input
[Honor Magic V2] Thealshear:
By the looks of it I didn't get in as it still says under review
[Honor Magic V2] XtianRO:
I think, for this step, their choice was the Chinese native speakers as the closed beta might still be buggy for time being.
[Honor Magic V2] Honorist:
I think they work more on it. It’s not finished. I am approved but no update yet.
[Honor Magic V2] Honorist:
Bad news about Magic OS8 Beta. For all the people who has Registrate. If you are approved, you get instructions via SMS on the Chinese Number. So my Chinese Number is bee over and stopped on dec 31 2023. I can’t get the instructions🥺 so all people who registrate with fake Chinese Number have no chance for the beta like me🥺 if anyone get the sms, please let me know what is the text inside to activate the Beta. Many thanks for maybe helping me
[Honor Magic V2] marbo2k9:
OMG - Magic V2 RSR (Porsche Design) today presented. Im in love. But atm only in china for 2.250 $ 🥲

Unboxing Video
[Honor Magic V2] thklinge:
I used to have the Porsche Design Huawei Mate RS, loved that phone. I also have two Porsches.. But the price.. And if it's China only 🤷‍♂️
[Honor Magic V2] Rrayt:
I got a beta. One of the notable differences is the ability to call notifications with a swipe. Android auto still doesn't work (error 22). We also added the ability to customize folders on the desktop. I am attaching a list of changes.

Spoiler content hidden.
[Honor Magic V2] Thealshear:
Do you mind trying installing the mobvoi health app and seeing if throws up an error. It does that on 7.2
[Honor Magic V2] Honorist:
Do you got a sms from honor??

No update yet😞
[Honor Magic V2] btagomes:
For those that got aproved but with a fake chinese phone number... Don't get anxious, just restart your phone... Just got the update, no need for instruction on SMS
[Honor Magic V2] btagomes:
There is a pré update and after rebooting again you get the magic os 8
[Honor Magic V2] MoBo_the_Hobo:
How is anybody ready to pay +1000$ just for a bit different frame and different back? Its funny how people these days would pay so atrocious prices.

If we are being real. The back probably just costs 5$ in purchase costs for Honor and its still the same device. 5$ -> 1000$ is a great profit margin 🤣
[Honor Magic V2] marbo2k9:
I don't understand your calculation. Where can you get a 1TB Magic V2 Global ROM for $1.250?

My calculation:

- Honor Magic V2 Global 512 GB 1.599 - 1.699 $

- the 1 TB Version maybe + 150$ ?!

= 1.749 - 1.849 $ for the „normal“ V2 Global with 1 TB

You get the

- V2 1 TB RSR

- Porsche Case

- Stylus

- Car Charger

The difference then „only“ 400 $ and not 1.000 $. Don‘t get me wrong, is not cheap ;-)
[Honor Magic V2] MoBo_the_Hobo:
That explains alot, thanks. My first impression was it starts witz 256GB and up from then. I didnt know that you get 1TB and the Stylus. So its basically the V2 Ultimate (discontinued) in a new Package and much more expensive 🤣
[Honor Magic V2] manmute98:
Has anyone tried using HONOR Smart Drive in app as oppose to Android auto?

v2 in app
[Honor Magic V2] marbo2k9:
OMG - the V2 Global price is now official —-> 2.000 €

I‘m shocked 😳 I‘m out, that is too much for this old hardware specs. In China atm 1.250€. 750€ for what ?! 🙈
[Honor Magic V2] chortya:
1999 Euro is for the 512GB model. This is way too much. Even with the 15% initial discount it's more then Samsung Fold5 which should be a benchmark. Potentially they just looked at Samsung list prices...

Did you see 256GB version pricing anywhere? German website is still not updated. Potentially there will be even no 256GB global version at all...
[Honor Magic V2] sgazard:
Where have you seen this? UK site not showing.
[Honor Magic V2] chortya:
I see 1999 Euro being mentioned all over German media, Honor marketing activated 1-3 days ago. Official site is not updated yet.
[Honor Magic V2] marbo2k9:
Today several German test videos for the V2 were published. They will probably be allowed to publish the videos from today.

Everyone says €2,000 for the 512 GB, without charger 🤬
[Honor Magic V2] sascha.zindel:
Well if you refer to German test videos you should also mention the correct details:

- for 1 Euro you can add the 66W charger

- within the first 12 month in case of defect they replace the screen for free

- additional carbon cover is included (covering the hinge as well)

- until the 26th of Februar every order receives the Honor Watch 4 for free as well

And on top of this:

Everybody that registers on the Honor Club site gets a 15% discount on the pricing.

Still very expensive, but nevertheless the correct facts should be stated.
[Honor Magic V2] sascha.zindel:
So, did the update finish successfully? What is your impression of Magic OS 8 so far?
[Honor Magic V2] Thealshear:
Still I am glad i didn't wait for the international release, the only thing I miss is android auto but that's fine, I would much rather have 750 euros and used it 4 months early
[Honor Magic V2] marbo2k9:
Lol, I'm terribly sorry that I forgot these incredibly important details. In the German test videos, only 2.000 € was mentioned. no more and no less 😂

Some say thank you, but there are always people who prefer to complain. Germans in particular prefer to complain ;-) Right, @sascha.zindel ?
[Honor Magic V2] Honorist:
Hello☺️ Has anyone found out why various apps such as classifieds or Facebook go into deep sleep on the Magic V2 despite the power management being set and can someone explain to me how to stop that. If the cell phone is in stdby for 5 minutes, the push messages only come when I turn on the display. does anyone have an idea??
[Honor Magic V2] Bigzanigza:
Before people freak out, I have preordered the Honor Magic V2 16GB Ram, 512GB storage model for $2,499 AUD which is about $1,500 euro. I have been told this from Huawei directly where I ordered the phone from. The 256GB version I believe was $2,299 but I went with the larger storage space.
[Honor Magic V2] evlado:
Did you order this in Australia? Can you please tell me where from??
[Honor Magic V2] Bigzanigza:
I ordered it from Huawei. They told me you can do it over the phone but I did it in person. I think they only have stores in Melbourne and Sydney so if you're not there you can order over the phone and get it shipped to your house. The website is https://www.auptimal.com.au/ (guessing they're the authorised reseller in Australia but the Huawei website directs to this when you go to purchase a phone) which has the store locations. Otherwise just search Huawei on Google maps.
[Honor Magic V2] evlado:
Many thanks for this. I cant see the V2 on the website but will try to either call or drop in
[Honor Magic V2] nocalu1:
Información de compra V2!

https://www.notebookcheck.org/Honor...irmados-para-el-competidor-de-Samsung-Galaxy- Plegado en Z5.793439.0.html
[Honor Magic V2] sascha.zindel:
Sorry, if you feel offended. But it is a big difference between paying 2000 € or paying 1750 € with discount and a Smartwatch included. You can do the mathematics for yourself. And some people would like more accurate information. If you don´t -> it is up to you.

Regarding the source of this:

Gamechanger: Honor Magic V2 Review (Deutsch) | SwagTab

Minute 11:14 - 11:18

And to be clear: This was not a complain. It was just a clarification.

Small update from Swagtab:

Global version of the device will receive 4 major updates and 5 years security updates.