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Honor Unveils World's First Edge-Side AI Voice Model

Honor Breaks New Ground with Edge-Side AI Voice Technology

Chinese tech giant Honor has achieved a significant milestone in artificial intelligence by successfully deploying the world's first on-device speech large model. This breakthrough, announced via the company's official Weibo account @MagicOS, represents what industry experts are calling "A New Upgrade in AI Speech Technology."

Academic Foundations and Technological Innovation

The technological advancement comes after Honor published two academic papers at the prestigious InterSpeech conference, where their research attracted widespread attention from the scientific community. These foundational works enabled the development of their proprietary edge-side voice processing solution.

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Flagship Device Integration

The new AI voice model will make its commercial debut on the highly anticipated Honor Magic V5 foldable smartphone, scheduled for release on July 2nd. The device combines cutting-edge technology with premium design:

  • Durability: Features the "Honor LUBAN" shock-absorbing hinge system using space-grade materials
  • Safety: Includes AI-powered inner screen foreign object detection
  • Photography: Supports telephoto macro capabilities, positioning it as a photography leader
  • Battery: Equipped with a 6100mAh ultra-thin Qinghai Lake blade battery with high silicon content

Key Points

  • World-first edge-side speech large model deployment
  • Technology validated through peer-reviewed research at InterSpeech
  • Debuts on Magic V5 with July 2nd launch date
  • Combines AI innovation with durable foldable design
  • Targets premium smartphone market segment

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