Samsung released the first prominent foldable device – the Galaxy Z Fold – in 2019 to a decidedly mixed reception marred by concerns over its longevity and an inbuilt screen protector that wasn’t clearly marked as non-removable.

This year, the foldable market has attracted the likes of Oppo, Motorola, Xiaomi and Honor, who are all looking to dethrone Samsung.

The Magic Vs is Honor’s second stab at such a device, featuring a slimmer frame than its predecessor and a lighter weight.

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During its reveal at MWC, Honor was keen point out how the two sides of the device’s inner screen meet seamlessly when closed, unlike the Galaxy Fold 4.

Indeed, the Magic Vs feels solidly-built and you almost forget it is a foldable when using the outer display for a more traditional smartphone...