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  1. Android News

    Here's all the Honor devices getting the Android Oreo update

    Honor's CEO has confirmed the Honor 7X, Honor 8, Honor 8 Pro, Honor 9, and Honor V9 will all receive the Android Oreo update.
  2. Android News

    Huawei Honor 8 update fixes microphone bug

    A new update for the Huawei Honor 8 aims to address a microphone issue where the system's microphone usage in apps like the Google Assistant would be interrupted. The update also brings April security patches. It weighs in at just over 800MB large.
  3. Android News

    DEAL: Amazon is selling the Honor 8 for $285 right now

    Amazon generally sells the Honor 8 for just under $400, but right now you can pick up the 32GB variant for only $285. They have also discounted the 64GB model to $325 right now too.
  4. Android News

    DEAL: Huawei knocks $80 off the Honor 8 for today only

    To celebrate Valentine's Day, Huawei has discounted the Honor 8 smartphone from $400 to only $320. This discount is only available for today only though.
  5. Android News

    Comparison between the Honor 6X and Honor 8 asks which offers better value for your money

    Android Central just published a comparison article for the Honor 6X and the Honor 8 to find out which one offers the best bang for your buck. They conclude that the Honor 8 offers more for the price you pay, even though its glass design makes it slide off of various surfaces.
  6. Android News

    Some Honor 8 owners may receive their Nougat OTA update on January 16th

    We were under the impression that the Honor 8 would be updated to Nougat sometime in February, but a press release from the company’s Japanese office says it will start on January 16th. This could just be in Japan though, with a wider release scheduled for February, but at least some Honor 8...
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    How do I change default SMS app on Honor 8

    I can't seem to figure out a way to change the default SMS app for my Honor 8. I am assuming you can do that but I have not figured out how. Does anyone know how? Thanks
  8. Android News

    Honor 8 durability test shows it's using Gorilla Glass 3

    JerryRigEverything has just uploaded his durability test of the Honor 8, and he found that the front glass scratched at a level 5. This means Huawei opted to use Gorilla Glass 3, while most companies have moved onto GG4.
  9. Android News

    Huawei says the Honor 8 will get the EMUI 5.0 Nougat update in February

    As we get to the end of the year, OEMs are putting their Nougat update plans into action. The Honor 8 has become a popular device for the company, but we're told it won't receive the Android 7.0 Nougat update (with EMUI 5.0) until February.
  10. Android News

    Here are some of the best Xposed Modules for the Honor 8

    The folks over at XDA have whipped up a video that focuses on working Xposed Modules for the Honor 8. This video features modules like Amplify, Assistant Enabler, Awesome Pop-up Video and more.
  11. Android News

    TWRP now available for the Xiaomi Mi Mix, Huawei Honor 8, and the Lenovo K30-T

    TWRP is the best way to flash custom ROMs to your Android device and today the developers announced support for three new devices. Those devices include the Xiaomi Mi Mix, Huawei Honor 8, and the Lenovo K30-T. The Mi Mix and Honor 8 are relatively new devices, while the Lenovo K30-T was...
  12. Android News

    A few dozen lucky Honor 8 owners will get a chance to beta test EMUI 5.0

    Huawei's Mate 9 comes with EMUI 5.0, but the company isn't ready to fully release the update for the Honor 8 just yet. However, they are looking for 55 owners of the FRD-L04 version and 10 owners of the FRD-L02 variant to test out the upcoming update right now.
  13. Android News

    Honor 8 review says it does have its shortcomings

    Tim from Droid Life just published his review of the Honor 8 and praised it for its performance when you consider how much it costs. However, he isn't a fan of EMUI but understands that some might enjoy it over stock Android.
  14. Android News

    Leak suggests the price of the Honor 8 in India will be RS 29,999

    Honor will be launching the Honor 8 in India on October 12th, and now a rumor suggests how much it will cost. If true, the Honor 8 will be priced at RS 29,999 at launch.
  15. Android News

    Honor 8 launches in India October 12th

    India will be getting the Honor 8 starting October 12th. The device features HiSilicon's 16nm octa-core Kirin 950 chipset, 4GB of RAM, 64GB storage, 8MP front camera, dual 16MP rear cameras, Wi-Fi ac, LTE with VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, USB-C, and a 3000mAh battery. There's no word on pricing...
  16. Android News

    Huawei has sold more than 1.5 million Honor 8's since its launch

    After unveiling the Honor 8 in July, then releasing the device in China, Europe, and the US, Huawei has sold over 1.5 million units. Since introducing the Honor sub-brand, Huawei has also sold over 100 million units in 999 days.
  17. Android News

    Huawei Honor 8 review calls it a shining knight

    GSM Arena just published their review of Huawei's latest Honor 8 smartphone, and they were very pleased with the product. They remind us that the Honor 8 has a lot in common with Huawei's P9 flagship, but Honor had full control to change up the design of the device.
  18. Android News

    You can now buy the Honor 8 in the United States

    Until now, those of us in the United States could only pre-order the Honor 8, but now it's available for purchase. You place your order at a number of websites including Best Buy, Amazon, B&H Photo, Newegg, and even Honor's very own website for $400.
  19. Android News

    The team behind the Honor 8 is doing an AMA on Reddit right now

    If you're interested about the Honor 8, or just curious about the team behind the product, then head on over to Reddit because they are currently hosting an Ask Me Anything right now.
  20. Android News

    Huawei Honor 8 review says it's a premium flagship, without the flagship price

    GSM Arena just published their video review of the Honor 8 and they enjoyed their time with the phone. They felt the build quality was spectacular and appreciate the 5.2" display when so many companies are releasing 5.5" smartphones.
  21. Android News

    Honor 8 review says it's a gorgeous smartphone with a great camera

    Bailey of Android Authority just published their review of the Honor 8 from Huawei, and they say it's an affordable flagship smartphone with an excellent camera. Pros - Gorgeous design - Great camera performance - Excellent performance - Software updates for at least two years - IR blaster...
  22. Android News

    You can easily uninstall the bloatware from the Honor 8

    Huawei just announced a partnership with Truecaller, and it's made a lot of people want to know how to uninstall it. Honor sat down with AndroidPIT to explain how easy it is to uninstall it, as well as all of the other bloatware, directly from the Honor 8.
  23. Android News

    DEAL: Huawei will knock $50 off the Honor 8 if you buy it from them

    Those of us in the United States can now purchase the Honor 8 directly from Huawei. The device lists for $400, but if you register at hihonor.com with your purchase, then you can get $50 off the order.
  24. Android News

    The Honor 8 is coming to Europe for £369.99

    After an unveiling last week in the US, Honor held an event in Paris for the new Honor 8 and announced the device would be coming to Europe starting on August 24th.
  25. Android News

    Huawei Honor 8 camera review says it takes crazy photos for the price

    Pocketnow just published their camera review of the Huawei Honor 8 and they were very impressed with the quality of the camera considering its price tag.