The Honor Robot Phone has generated strong interest among smartphone users, particularly for its unusual camera capabilities and built-in gimbal system. However, the latest weekly poll results show that high pricing and concerns about moving parts remain major barriers for potential buyers.
The poll, published by GSMArena, found that the Honor Robot Phone’s camera system is the main reason behind consumer interest. The device uses a gimbal-based camera setup that offers capabilities not normally available on conventional smartphones, potentially making it attractive to content creators and mobile videographers.
| Poll Insight | Consumer Response |
|---|---|
| Main attraction | Camera and built-in gimbal capabilities |
| AI features | Generated some interest but remain secondary |
| Major concern | High price |
| Durability concern | Potential failure of moving gimbal components |
| Availability | Currently limited to China |
According to the poll results, users who were considering the device were primarily interested in its camera rather than its artificial intelligence features. The built-in gimbal could provide more stable video recording and other creative possibilities compared with standard smartphone cameras.
However, many respondents were not convinced that the concept justified the device’s price. Concerns were also raised about the durability of the mechanical gimbal, as repairs could be expensive if the moving camera system is damaged.
The report said there was some curiosity about the phone’s AI-powered robot features, but these capabilities appeared to be less important to consumers than the camera technology. Some users also remained unconvinced about the overall value of combining advanced AI features with a mechanical camera system.
Honor Magic9 Series to Bring Arri-Inspired Features
Honor has also indicated that its upcoming Magic9 series will receive several camera and video features associated with the Robot Phone. These include native Log-C3 video encoding, LUT colour grading and a dedicated cinema mode designed to replicate the look and feel associated with Arri cinema cameras.
| Feature | Honor Robot Phone | Upcoming Magic9 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced camera system | Yes | Expected |
| Built-in gimbal | Yes | No |
| Native Log-C3 video | Yes | Expected |
| LUT colour grading | Yes | Expected |
| Cinema mode | Yes | Expected |
The Magic9 series is expected to offer the advanced video features without the Robot Phone’s distinctive built-in gimbal hardware. Users seeking similar stabilisation may instead use external smartphone gimbals.
The poll suggests that Honor’s experimental Robot Phone has succeeded in attracting attention, but future models may need a more competitive price and stronger durability to convert consumer curiosity into widespread demand.
