Honor’s slim Magic V5 foldable is fun to use, minus the huge camera bump

The Honor Magic V5 foldable phone competes in the race for the thinnest foldable device, boasting an 8.8mm thickness when folded. However, this slim profile is offset by a large, protruding camera bump that affects handling comfort and causes the phone to wobble when unfolded and placed on a flat surface. Despite this design drawback, the device features a sturdy build with IP58 and IP59 dust and water resistance ratings, a durable second-generation Honor Super Steel hinge, and a carbon fiber reinforced inner panel for enhanced durability. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the Magic V5 offers a 6.43-inch front display and a 7.95-inch unfolded main screen, both with high resolutions and LTPO technology supporting dynamic refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz for smooth navigation. The phone’s screen is bright, reaching up to 5,000 nits, making it well-suited for reading and media consumption. It houses a