New Android phone beats the Pixel 9a on camera and battery for half the price

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Honor 400 Lite Debuts in the UK Market

The Honor 400 Lite, the latest Android smartphone from Honor, has been released in the UK. Available in black, grey, and green, this new handset features a spacious and vibrant 6.7-inch OLED display with a fluid 120Hz refresh rate, exceeding the size of its competitors. It also boasts a high-resolution 108MP primary camera within a dual-lens configuration, an extended 5,230mAh battery supported by rapid 35W charging, and a dedicated camera button, a feature often associated with premium devices.

Enhanced AI Capabilities

Honor emphasizes the artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities integrated into the 400 Lite. Tools like AI Eraser allow users to effortlessly remove unwanted elements from photographs. Furthermore, the dedicated ‘AI Camera Button’ activates Google Lens, enabling users to obtain information about their surroundings through image recognition and Google Search integration.

According to Honor, this functionality allows users to “Identify plants, animals, and artwork with ease, or translate foreign text from menus and signs in real-time across over 100 languages. Solve academic questions or shop by scanning products—Google Lens unlocks a range of possibilities directly from your camera.”

Camera Performance

The inclusion of a 108MP resolution camera is notable. While megapixels are not the sole determinant of image quality, it surpasses the 48MP sensor found in comparable devices. Independent testing is needed to fully evaluate its performance and determine if it can rival the camera capabilities of leading competitors known for superior image processing software.

Display and Software Features

Mirroring some competitors, the Honor 400 Lite operates on Android 15, the most current iteration of the mobile operating system, enhanced with Honor’s Magic OS 9 user interface. The display incorporates several eye-care technologies designed to minimize eye strain and enhance viewing comfort, as stated by Honor.

These features include “3840Hz PWM Dimming” to lessen screen flicker, “Hardware Low Blue Light Technology” to decrease blue light exposure, “Dynamic Dimming” to adjust brightness mimicking natural sunlight, and “Circadian Night,” which modifies the display to warmer tones in the evening to promote melatonin production for improved sleep.

In addition, an E-Book mode is available for optimized reading within applications.

Design and Durability

This budget-friendly Android phone boasts a slim profile at 7.3mm and an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance. It also incorporates “wet-hand touch technology,” which aims to ensure screen responsiveness even when exposed to water splashes.

Pricing and Market Position

The Honor 400 Lite’s attractiveness may hinge on its price point. At £249.99, it is offered at approximately half the cost of some competitor models, while providing features such as a dedicated camera button, a substantial battery, a large display, and the MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra chipset for mobile gaming and general performance.

UK Availability

The Honor 400 Lite is available for purchase across the UK through Honor’s official channels and major retailers including EE, O2, Three, Vodafone, Argos, Currys, Amazon, and Very.


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