Honor V Purse Launch in China, available for purchase on September 19th.

On Sept. 1, Honor introduced an innovative concept phone called the Honor V Purse  which combines the characteristics of an outwardly foldable phone and a clutch bag. It is equipped with interchangeable vegan leather straps and chains, which make it look like a purse. When Honor unveiled the device at the IFA 2023, it did not reveal whether the device would be available for purchase. However, today the brand released an official confirmation that it will debut at 7:30pm (local time) on Sept. 19 in China.

Honor V Purse design, key features

In terms of design, the Honor V Purse closely resembles the Huawei Mate Xs 2, sharing the characteristic of being an outwardly foldable smartphone with a wraparound display on its exterior. The V Purse showcases a sleek profile, measuring just 9mm in thickness. However, unlike inwardly foldable phones like the Honor Magic V2, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Xiaomi MIX Fold 3, the V Purse does not incorporate a secondary cover display.

Readers should note that the V Purse is still a concept phone and not a functional purse for storing items. However, it can be worn like a purse using detachable chain-link straps. Honor refers to the V Purse design as a “phy-digital fashion statement,” merging physical elements like the straps with interactive Always-On Display (AOD) styles.

The aim is to provide versatility through interchangeable straps and a range of visible AOD designs on both sides, making it easy to coordinate the Honor V Purse with any outfit and, in turn, promoting sustainability by reducing the need for fast fashion. Some reports have claimed that the Honor V Purse features theSnapdragon 778G chip. It is expected to support 35W fast charging.