SHENZHEN, Jan 22, 2026, 18:56 GMT+8
- Honor has started releasing MagicOS 10.0.0.127 for the Magic 8 series, bringing fresh camera enhancements and system updates.
- The update introduces a film-style selfie mode, multi-frame object removal in the Gallery, and a Smart Capsule shortcut for Alipay facial payment.
- Honor is also rolling out new YOYO assistant scenarios and expanding support for its AI colour-tracking feature.
Honor has begun rolling out the MagicOS 10.0.0.127 update for its Magic8 series, following a January upgrade schedule posted by the brand’s MagicOS account on Weibo Thursday, according to Chinese tech outlet IT Home. 1
Honor’s push highlights its reliance on software to keep flagship phones feeling new, especially as hardware upgrades become tougher to market annually. AI-driven camera features and payment shortcuts have become key areas of competition.
Honor’s website promotes MagicOS 10 as an “AI in every step” platform, highlighting features like AI Screen Suggestions and Magic Portal shortcuts that pull from on-screen content. The company notes that some tools are exclusive to the Magic8 series for now, with plans to roll out updates to other models down the line. 2
Update notes uncovered by Huawei Central reveal the latest Magic8 build introduces a film-style mode for the front camera, alongside tweaks designed to boost colour stability and cut down video noise in certain scenes. The gallery app now includes a portrait cutout collage feature for animated photos — which are brief “live” clips taken alongside a still image — plus a tool that lets you erase a chosen object across multiple frames. 3
The same changelog notes that Smart Capsule, a floating widget offering quick actions without launching the full app, now includes a shortcut for 3D facial payment, beginning with Alipay and expanding to other apps later. It also highlights a revamped privacy and security centre, tweaks to the lock-screen clock, and a screenshot mode that can add a border resembling a phone case.
Chinese media recently spotlighted a January list revealing fresh YOYO assistant scenarios—YOYO being Honor’s native AI helper—and expanded AI colour-tracking support across additional Honor devices. The update also brings cross-device features like verification code sharing with iPhones and compatibility with Huawei Windows PCs. On top of that, users get new themed lock screens plus a limited-edition “MOLLY 20th anniversary” theme, according to PChome. 4
Honor points out on its security bulletin page that updates roll out in batches, so timing depends on region and carrier. The company plans monthly security updates for models like the Magic8 Pro but cautions that some patches might be pushed to later releases after extended testing. 5
Honor debuted the Magic8 Pro in the UK earlier this month, pitching it as a flagship with a strong AI-camera focus. CEO James Li called the device “a significant leap forward,” crediting the company’s “commitment to AI innovation” in a statement dated Jan. 8. 6
Rivals are doubling down on software upgrades. Xiaomi recently hinted at AI-powered features coming to its next HyperOS update, with enhancements for payments and photo editing. Expect smarter gallery tools and expense tracking, according to a report by Croma Unboxed that cites a company channel. 7
Honor hasn’t shared a detailed schedule for the MagicOS 10.0.0.127 rollout. Usually, users get the update over-the-air via the phone’s software update menu—no need to visit a service center.
