May 27, 2026, 3:53 pm | Read time: 3 minutes
In early May 2026, Honor introduced two new smartphones, the Honor 600 and the Honor 600 Pro. These models have been available internationally since May 6. However, the manufacturer apparently plans several changes for the Chinese market. In addition to a different design, the devices are expected to have significantly larger batteries there.
According to a report by Gizmochina, Honor is positioning the two smartphones more towards the high-end segment. The internationally available variants are already considered significantly more powerful than their predecessors. For China, Honor now seems to be working on an unusual accessory.
Detachable Secondary Display Emerges
A leaked image reportedly shows, according to “Gizmochina,” a small round secondary display that can be magnetically attached to the back of the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro. The photo is said to come from a Chinese insider.
The additional screen is supposed to perform several tasks. Among other things, it could serve as a remote control for the camera. Users could also use it as an additional light source for photos or as a small secondary screen.
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It is still unclear whether the accessory will be available outside of China. According to the report, the gadget might be intended exclusively for the Chinese models. There, the cameras are supposed to be positioned in a horizontal strip at the top edge of the case. In contrast, the internationally available variants have a larger camera bump that might obstruct the space for the secondary display.
Honor Apparently Also Changing the Design
In addition to the secondary display, Honor is also expected to make visual adjustments to the smartphones in China. According to an insider report, the cameras will be arranged horizontally there. This makes the back somewhat reminiscent of the iPhone Air. In contrast, the international models are more aligned with the design of the iPhone 17 Pro. However, there is no official information on the changes yet. Honor itself has not confirmed the reports so far.
Honor is also expected to enhance the batteries for the Chinese market. The international variants already have large power storage. However, capacities could increase significantly in China. According to the report, the Honor 600 is expected to have a battery with 8,600 milliampere-hours (mAh) there. Internationally, the smartphone comes with 6,400 mAh. For the Honor 600 Pro, insiders mention 8,000 mAh instead of the western 6,400 mAh.
Why Honor equips the devices differently in its home market than worldwide is currently unknown.