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Honor shipped a record 71 million smartphones in 2025, with 10 million of those being flagship devices. The more notable bit is Honor’s rise outside of China, as the brand reported that 50% of its smartphone sales came from overseas markets. The Magic7 series was a key driver for the brand.
Honor carried over its strong performance from 2024 with 50% year-over-year growth in terms of shipments. The brand confirmed that it now holds 10% or more market share across 17 markets, including Latin America,.
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