Honor Unveils AI-Powered Humanoid Robot and Robot Phone at MWC 2026

At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona, Honor showcased its advancements in robotics and mobile technology, unveiling both an AI-powered humanoid robot and a unique “Robot Phone.” The demonstrations highlighted Honor’s increasing focus on innovation beyond traditional smartphone development.

Honor’s Humanoid Robot Takes the Stage

Honor’s first-ever AI-powered humanoid robot made a striking debut at MWC 2026, captivating attendees with a choreographed dance performance alongside human dancers Mashable. The robot’s ability to perform complex movements smoothly surprised observers, particularly given the challenges often associated with initial robot launches.

While the specifics of the robot’s autonomous capabilities remain unclear, Honor demonstrated its elegant movement both on and off stage Mashable. Details regarding the robot’s specifications or potential release timeline have not yet been disclosed.

Introducing the Honor Robot Phone

Alongside the humanoid robot, Honor also presented its “Robot Phone,” a concept device featuring a camera mounted on a highly mobile, four-degrees-of-freedom gimbal Engadget. The gimbal allows the camera to move independently, providing enhanced stabilization and tracking capabilities.

The Robot Phone’s camera utilizes a 200-megapixel sensor and offers features like Super Steady Video and AI Object Tracking Engadget. The camera head can also perform gestures, such as nodding, adding a touch of personality to the device. Honor anticipates launching the Robot Phone later this year.

Honor Magic V6 Foldable

Honor also unveiled the Magic V6 foldable phone at MWC 2026, highlighting its durability and slim design. The device is thinner than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and was demonstrated to withstand significant weight during a live demo, including being used as part of a zipline setup Mashable and being submerged in water Mashable. Further details about the Magic V6 can be found on the Honor Global Launch Event page.

MWC 2026 Overview

Mobile World Congress 2026, running from March 2-5 in Barcelona, features announcements from numerous tech companies, including Honor, Xiaomi, and Nothing Mashable. The event showcases the latest advancements in mobile technology, including smartphones, tablets, and emerging technologies like AI and robotics CNET.