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1 Week in, No GMS, Full View Display, GPU Turbo, Triple Camera Set-up...
Currently selling at £249.99 (or £182.49 if you use the the discounts on @Ava_HONOR_UK's Discounts between 21st and 28th May 2020... Link to Ava's post: https://community.hihonor.com/uk/topic/18989/detail.htm), Which if you ask me, is an absolutely incredible price this phone and you'd be crazy to miss out on it!!
So, What are my HONEST thoughts?? Here goes...
Look/Design:
Well, I think we all know the answer to this, Simply Stunning, The Phantom Purple X Design is more Eye Catching than ever, the Full View Display is Gorgeous and my overall opinion is that, for me, the look of this phone is spot on... For a closer look at the 9X Pro, check out my Unboxing Video/Article here... https://community.hihonor.com/uk/topic/18793/detail.htm)
Operating System:
The HONOR 9X Pro Is currently loaded with EMUI 9.1, Which is a Great Looking, Fast and Smooth OS (As im sure everyone in this community is aware), But if i'm being honest, I'm missing EMUI 10/Magic 3 That is currently installed on my HONOR View 20... Really Missing Dark mode and the overall look of the updated OS.
The Screen:
This Full View Display is exactly what I've been missing from my life. I've never 'Disliked' the Notch and Pill/Hole Punch Cutouts, but I'm coming to realise that is because I've never experienced a true Full View display. It looks so Sleek and Clean, the COLOURS are bright and punchy with Crystal Clear Visuals on Images and Text. No AMOLED here but that really doesn't effect the Performance of the phone, the viewing angles are excellent, even whilst outside in the Blazing Sunshine, it's still reletively easy to see everything on the 6.59’’ FHD+ FullView Display, plus, this phone is retailing for no more that £250, I'm not surprised its screen isn't AMOLED.
Gaming:
Running on the Flagship level Kirin 810 7nm Chipset, the Performance is Top Notch and because of the Liqiud Cooling System (more on that later), Since using this phone (pretty much constantly) I've not felt it over heat once... Infact, it's stayed so cool throughout my gaming sessions that it helped me rank 3rd place overall in the HONOR Asphalt 9 Championships!! (check out the Live stream over on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeesbEs3VMw).
The Camera:
With a 48mp Main, Ultra-Wide Lens and a 2mp Depth Sensor you'll be taking professional quality photos in no time at all! Breath Taking Scenery, Crisp Portraits, through to Night Mode, Star Trails, Light Graffiti and there's even a Pro mode, for the more experienced photographers out there. The Camera really is Brilliant!
Recording video runs (16:9) 780p and 1080p at 30fps, there's a Full Screen 1080p at 30fps and 1080p at 60fps. And with HONOR's New AI Video Stabilisation, Videos are run super smoothly, even for those without the steadiest of hands... Unfortunately there is no image stabilisation if your running video at 60fps (for Super Steady Video, use the recommended 1080p and 30fps).
The Battery:
OK, so first off, there is no fast charging on the 9X Pro, Switching from the View 20 which has Super-Fast Charging, This could be an issue for me... But so far, ive had absolutely no problems. The Battery on this phone seems to be a bit of a PowerHouse, it withstands constant usage, the first couple of days I pushed the 9X Pro through its paces with Gaming, Video and Photo Editing, Tonnes of Pictures being taken, Video Playback, Installing Apps left and right, Blasted some Music, Made Calls, Sent Texts, Video Chatted, Left Apps Running in the Background, No matter what I did, I couldn't get this phones battery to die before I'd need to plug it in and charge it up for the following day, so, in conclusion, this battery is a 4000mAh beast that can take some serious pressure and so far I've experienced no problems with it (I guess, as in most cases with batteries, we will find out in a couple of months time if the battery life is still as good as it is now).
Liquid Cooling:
Just WOW!! Not once have I felt this phone heat up, I've had phones in the past that would heat up during making a phone call... A special mention here to my old not-so-trusty iFruit 6S...
Apps and App Stores:
OK, We all knew this was coming... And the truth is, at the moment, personally, I'm not really missing Google Services, It's that simple. Between the app gallery and APK Pure, so far I've gained access to everything I need, Snapchat, Facebook, YouTube, Insta, Etc, Etc... At the moment there's issues with some apps like Netflix, eBay and I'm sure many others (I rarely, if ever use netflix on my phone but I do use eBay, an easy route around this is to use the browser, the mobile site is essentially the same as the App and with a couple of clicks you can even add an eBay website link to your home screen).
As of yet, I haven't found any Banking Apps I'm willing to install, Banking apps obviously come a high security risk so installing from anywhere other than a verified app store wouldn't be a wise move. If you have an HONOR phone that has Google Services installed, you could back up your older devices apps to HiSuite, then recover them onto your new device, this takes a little time but it works fine and I've had no problems with it.
Now I'm not saying there isn't a Lack of Apps, everyone uses different apps, but for me, the only apps I've missed so far are my Banking Apps and KineMaster (I can access the free version through APKPure but my Subscription to the premium version is a Google based sub), I'm hoping that kinemaster will eventually be added to the AppGallery, along with with Banking apps... Now I could just install Google Services by following a few simple instructions found all over the Web but I want this to be a completely Googleless Experience, plus, wheres the fun in that?
Here's just a few of the apps I've installed over the last couple of days...
And that's pretty much it from me in the APP department.
Cool Features:
As with most HONOR Phones, every year has a new feature added, such has having an incredible Night Mode added a few years back, the awesome 30x zoom from the HONOR 20 Pro (which helps you to take incredibly clear photos of the moon)... The 9X Pro is no different, it has the obvious Night Mode, The Ultra Cool Liquid Cooling System, an excellent Triple Camera setup and there'll be more great features to find over the coming weeks but I think on of my favourite features so far is easily the WiFi Bridge (Helping to provide a stronger, stable Internet connection for devices that are further away from your router). This is a feature that first off I didn't know was on the 9X Pro and secondly, its a feature I've seemed to be missing for a long time, I can now extend my WiFi far into the garden with no worries of losing connection, this is perfect for these Sunny Days we're having at the moment!
Overall Thoughts:
The HONOR 9X Pro - £249.99 = incredible device, you've got a great phone for Gaming, Photography, Music, Video Streaming, Battery life, its Eye Catching, it looks and feels like that of a phone costing 4 times the amount... The Performance is Excellent and the Notchless, Cameraless Full View Display is something I'll no longer be able to live without.
The only shortfall would be limited apps, but they really aren't that limited, with a little time and effort, the 9X Pro has access to many, many big name applications, you just need the know how, fortunately for HONOR Fans, the HONOR Club is there for exactly that, so don't be afraid to ask members of the community for their help, if any of us can assist you in anyway, I'm sure we'd all be happy to help out, I know I would be!
So for me, The HONOR 9X Pro is a definite winner, even without the big "G's" Services, Some might even call it a FLAGSHIP KILLER!! All i know, From my own personal experience, Google definitely isnt the be all and end all of the mobile world and HONOR are certainly starting to prove that!
And that brings an end to my HONOR 9X Pro Review!
Thanks for taking the time to have a look at my post, Let me know your thoughts on HONOR's first release without access to Google Services in the comments!
And be sure to keep an eye out for more on the 9X Pro and other HONOR Products in the future!
Thanks Again!
Marbles666!
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1 Week in, No GMS, Full View Display, GPU Turbo, Triple Camera Set-up...
Currently selling at £249.99 (or £182.49 if you use the the discounts on @Ava_HONOR_UK's Discounts between 21st and 28th May 2020... Link to Ava's post: https://community.hihonor.com/uk/topic/18989/detail.htm), Which if you ask me, is an absolutely incredible price this phone and you'd be crazy to miss out on it!!
So, What are my HONEST thoughts?? Here goes...
Look/Design:
Well, I think we all know the answer to this, Simply Stunning, The Phantom Purple X Design is more Eye Catching than ever, the Full View Display is Gorgeous and my overall opinion is that, for me, the look of this phone is spot on... For a closer look at the 9X Pro, check out my Unboxing Video/Article here... https://community.hihonor.com/uk/topic/18793/detail.htm)
Operating System:
The HONOR 9X Pro Is currently loaded with EMUI 9.1, Which is a Great Looking, Fast and Smooth OS (As im sure everyone in this community is aware), But if i'm being honest, I'm missing EMUI 10/Magic 3 That is currently installed on my HONOR View 20... Really Missing Dark mode and the overall look of the updated OS.
The Screen:
This Full View Display is exactly what I've been missing from my life. I've never 'Disliked' the Notch and Pill/Hole Punch Cutouts, but I'm coming to realise that is because I've never experienced a true Full View display. It looks so Sleek and Clean, the COLOURS are bright and punchy with Crystal Clear Visuals on Images and Text. No AMOLED here but that really doesn't effect the Performance of the phone, the viewing angles are excellent, even whilst outside in the Blazing Sunshine, it's still reletively easy to see everything on the 6.59’’ FHD+ FullView Display, plus, this phone is retailing for no more that £250, I'm not surprised its screen isn't AMOLED.
Gaming:
This phone is an absolute monster for gaming,
Asphalt 9
,
PUBG
,
COD
Mobile
and I'm sure many others (these are the only games I've tried out so far) run perfectly with no lags (maybe slight lag during gameplay but that's an Internet issue, not an issue with the
9X Pro
itself).
Running on the Flagship level Kirin 810 7nm Chipset, the Performance is Top Notch and because of the Liqiud Cooling System (more on that later), Since using this phone (pretty much constantly) I've not felt it over heat once... Infact, it's stayed so cool throughout my gaming sessions that it helped me rank 3rd place overall in the HONOR Asphalt 9 Championships!! (check out the Live stream over on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeesbEs3VMw).
The Camera:
Now, things are hotting up for sure, the camera department is packing some serious heat... TheTriple Camera set up is something reminiscent of a phone worth 4 times the amount! In fact, I'd say its even better than some of the top flagship models camera setup.
With a 48mp Main, Ultra-Wide Lens and a 2mp Depth Sensor you'll be taking professional quality photos in no time at all! Breath Taking Scenery, Crisp Portraits, through to Night Mode, Star Trails, Light Graffiti and there's even a Pro mode, for the more experienced photographers out there. The Camera really is Brilliant!
Recording video runs (16:9) 780p and 1080p at 30fps, there's a Full Screen 1080p at 30fps and 1080p at 60fps. And with HONOR's New AI Video Stabilisation, Videos are run super smoothly, even for those without the steadiest of hands... Unfortunately there is no image stabilisation if your running video at 60fps (for Super Steady Video, use the recommended 1080p and 30fps).
The Battery:
OK, so first off, there is no fast charging on the 9X Pro, Switching from the View 20 which has Super-Fast Charging, This could be an issue for me... But so far, ive had absolutely no problems. The Battery on this phone seems to be a bit of a PowerHouse, it withstands constant usage, the first couple of days I pushed the 9X Pro through its paces with Gaming, Video and Photo Editing, Tonnes of Pictures being taken, Video Playback, Installing Apps left and right, Blasted some Music, Made Calls, Sent Texts, Video Chatted, Left Apps Running in the Background, No matter what I did, I couldn't get this phones battery to die before I'd need to plug it in and charge it up for the following day, so, in conclusion, this battery is a 4000mAh beast that can take some serious pressure and so far I've experienced no problems with it (I guess, as in most cases with batteries, we will find out in a couple of months time if the battery life is still as good as it is now).
Liquid Cooling:
Just WOW!! Not once have I felt this phone heat up, I've had phones in the past that would heat up during making a phone call... A special mention here to my old not-so-trusty iFruit 6S...
Anyway, enough about that, the
HONOR
9X Pro
's liquid cooling system has kept the phone nice and cool through intensive gaming, and my own rigorous testing of the
9X Pro
, you'll honestly have to try it for yourself to believe it.
Apps and App Stores:
OK, We all knew this was coming... And the truth is, at the moment, personally, I'm not really missing Google Services, It's that simple. Between the app gallery and APK Pure, so far I've gained access to everything I need, Snapchat, Facebook, YouTube, Insta, Etc, Etc... At the moment there's issues with some apps like Netflix, eBay and I'm sure many others (I rarely, if ever use netflix on my phone but I do use eBay, an easy route around this is to use the browser, the mobile site is essentially the same as the App and with a couple of clicks you can even add an eBay website link to your home screen).
As of yet, I haven't found any Banking Apps I'm willing to install, Banking apps obviously come a high security risk so installing from anywhere other than a verified app store wouldn't be a wise move. If you have an HONOR phone that has Google Services installed, you could back up your older devices apps to HiSuite, then recover them onto your new device, this takes a little time but it works fine and I've had no problems with it.
Now I'm not saying there isn't a Lack of Apps, everyone uses different apps, but for me, the only apps I've missed so far are my Banking Apps and KineMaster (I can access the free version through APKPure but my Subscription to the premium version is a Google based sub), I'm hoping that kinemaster will eventually be added to the AppGallery, along with with Banking apps... Now I could just install Google Services by following a few simple instructions found all over the Web but I want this to be a completely Googleless Experience, plus, wheres the fun in that?
Here's just a few of the apps I've installed over the last couple of days...
And that's pretty much it from me in the APP department.
Cool Features:
As with most HONOR Phones, every year has a new feature added, such has having an incredible Night Mode added a few years back, the awesome 30x zoom from the HONOR 20 Pro (which helps you to take incredibly clear photos of the moon)... The 9X Pro is no different, it has the obvious Night Mode, The Ultra Cool Liquid Cooling System, an excellent Triple Camera setup and there'll be more great features to find over the coming weeks but I think on of my favourite features so far is easily the WiFi Bridge (Helping to provide a stronger, stable Internet connection for devices that are further away from your router). This is a feature that first off I didn't know was on the 9X Pro and secondly, its a feature I've seemed to be missing for a long time, I can now extend my WiFi far into the garden with no worries of losing connection, this is perfect for these Sunny Days we're having at the moment!
Overall Thoughts:
The HONOR 9X Pro - £249.99 = incredible device, you've got a great phone for Gaming, Photography, Music, Video Streaming, Battery life, its Eye Catching, it looks and feels like that of a phone costing 4 times the amount... The Performance is Excellent and the Notchless, Cameraless Full View Display is something I'll no longer be able to live without.
The only shortfall would be limited apps, but they really aren't that limited, with a little time and effort, the 9X Pro has access to many, many big name applications, you just need the know how, fortunately for HONOR Fans, the HONOR Club is there for exactly that, so don't be afraid to ask members of the community for their help, if any of us can assist you in anyway, I'm sure we'd all be happy to help out, I know I would be!
So for me, The HONOR 9X Pro is a definite winner, even without the big "G's" Services, Some might even call it a FLAGSHIP KILLER!! All i know, From my own personal experience, Google definitely isnt the be all and end all of the mobile world and HONOR are certainly starting to prove that!
And that brings an end to my HONOR 9X Pro Review!
Thanks for taking the time to have a look at my post, Let me know your thoughts on HONOR's first release without access to Google Services in the comments!
And be sure to keep an eye out for more on the 9X Pro and other HONOR Products in the future!
Thanks Again!
Marbles666!