Honor’s ‘thinnest and lightest AI foldable smartphone’ to launch in KSA

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Updated 25 August 2024
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Honor’s ‘thinnest and lightest AI foldable smartphone’ to launch in KSA

Global technology brand Honor has announced the upcoming launch of its next-generation flagship foldable smartphone — the Magic V3 — in Saudi Arabia. Being the “thinnest and lightest AI foldable smartphone” on the market, the new foldable sets the stage for a future of innovation and design. Succeeding the Magic V2, the Magic V3 sets a new industry benchmark with its slim 9.2 mm folded thickness, as thin as a regular flagship bar phone.

When unfolded, it achieves an astonishing 4.35 mm thickness, defying expectations of what a foldable device can accomplish. Weighing just 226 g, it even outshines some of the flagship bar phones available in the market, demonstrating an ultra-lightweight nature. The combination of its ultra-slim profile and lightweight design provides users with a comfortable grip, elevating their overall smartphone experience.

Featuring the industry’s slimmest Honor Super Steel Hinge, the Magic V3 offers exceptional resilience and reliability to withstand the rigors of daily use.

The Magic V3 sets a new standard in durability with its use of a highly resilient fiber as the body material, replacing conventional fiberglass to elevate overall resilience. As the first smartphone brand that leverages the remarkable properties of this fiber, the Magic V3 achieves an impressive 40 times impact resistance compared to other flagship models and 40 percent thinner profile, ensuring unparalleled protection and slimness for the device.

Packed with the Honor Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield, the 6.43-inch external display of the Magic V3 showcases outstanding durability and stability. With advanced materials that have 50 percent higher crystal density, the display offers up to 10 times enhanced shock absorption capabilities compared to regular glasses, ensuring outstanding durability against accidental drops.

The Magic V3 features the ultra-large 5,150 mAh third-generation Honor silicon-carbon battery, delivering exceptional performance while simultaneously achieving a significant reduction in battery size.

Honor Magic V3 comes in three nature-inspired colorways, namely Reddish Brown, Green, and Black.

The new foldable will soon be available for pre-order in the Kingdom, with an exciting price and special offers.


Dubai Shopping Festival’s sporting events turn city into hub for outdoor action

Updated 31 December 2025
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Dubai Shopping Festival’s sporting events turn city into hub for outdoor action

The Dubai Shopping Festival is raising the bar this winter with a high-impact sporting calendar that runs throughout December and January, transforming the city into a hub for elite competition, community fitness and outdoor action. 

From professional basketball to baseball games, polo tournaments, half marathons, and horse racing, the festival brings together athletes, families and spectators for a dynamic winter season of sport. The diverse lineup of events strengthens DSF’s role in supporting Dubai’s active lifestyle, showcasing world-class sporting venues and encouraging community engagement during the city’s peak outdoor season. 

Key sporting events taking place during DSF: 

Dubai Racing Carnival 

  • Race days: Jan. 2, Jan. 9 and ongoing dates until March 13. 
  • Location: Meydan Racecourse 

The flagship winter racing season features international horses and top jockeys. 

More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-racing-carnivaland https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-racing-carnival-festive-friday 

Silver Cup 

  • Date: Jan. 10-Jan.24 
  • Location: Al-Habtoor Polo Resort and Club 

Silver Cup, part of Dubai’s prestigious polo calendar, sees six of the world’s best teams go head-to-head in a 20-goal handicap. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/silver-cup 

Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge — Build-Up Ride 4 

  • Date: Jan. 4 
  • Location: Al-Qudra Cycle Track 

The last of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Rides is designed to help cyclists build their stamina ahead of the ultimate challenge. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/spinneys-dubai-92-cycle-challenge-build-up-ride-4 

Hood to Coast Dubai 2026 

  • Date: Jan. 10 
  • Location: Al-Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve 

Hood to Coast Dubai challenges teams to conquer a series of relay segments through expansive desert trails, with each runner taking on their leg before passing the baton. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/hood-to-coast 

Skechers Performance Run — Race 4 (16k/10k/5k/3k) 

  • Date: Jan. 10 
  • Location: Meydan 

Enjoy a fun day out for the whole family at this popular community race offering various distances, where participants can run along the traffic-free roads of Meydan. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/skechers-performance-run 

Marina Home Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon 2026 

  • Date: Jan. 11 
  • Location: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club 

One of the largest races of its kind in the UAE and the Middle East, this half marathon will mark its 23rd edition in 2026. 

  • More information: https://www.visitdubai.com/en/festivals-and-events/dubai-events-calendar/dubai-creek-striders-half-marathon 

A citywide sporting season 

With events spanning elite international fixtures, community runs, polo tournaments, multi-distance races, trail challenges and recurring racing nights at Meydan, DSF strengthens Dubai’s winter season for sport, well-being and outdoor experiences.