HONOR, the Chinese phone maker, unveiled its first humanoid robot at MWC 2026 in Barcelona. Its robots are meant for shopping assistance, workplace inspections and above all companionship. Two models, HONOR Robotics D1 and A1, ran in Beijing's 2026 humanoid half-marathon. No technical specifications have been published.
History and launch
In March 2025 HONOR announced its ALPHA PLAN, a strategy to turn the phone maker into an AI device ecosystem company, including devices for what it calls the physical AI era.
On March 1, 2026 at MWC in Barcelona it showed its first humanoid alongside the Robot Phone and the Magic V6 foldable, describing it as the start of a broader push to apply its mobile expertise to consumer robots.
Design and hardware
HONOR has not disclosed height, weight, degrees of freedom or battery life. Its robotics page describes two models:
HONOR Robotics D1 has autonomous perception and navigation and an in-house high-dynamic motion system for fast running and rough terrain, with mecha-style design and light strips and gestures for feedback while moving. HONOR Robotics A1 emphasizes stability, spatial awareness, voice interaction and multimodal situational understanding, and can dance.
Software and AI
HONOR wants its robots tied into its device ecosystem so they recognize users and their needs from the first interaction. Its HONOR AI Connect platform is meant to carry a user's AI agent, a personal digital twin, from phone to car, smart home and service robot.
Use cases
HONOR names three scenarios: shopping assistance, workplace inspections and companionship. At the 2026 humanoid half-marathon in Beijing E-Town, D1 won a Best Design award and A1 a Best Gait award; HONOR also says D1 was the first robot to beat the human half-marathon limit, without giving a time on the page.
Company
Honor Device Co., Ltd. is a Chinese maker of phones, laptops and tablets led by CEO James Li. Robotics sits within its ALPHA PLAN and its Augmented Human Intelligence concept.
Price and availability
No price or sale date has been announced.
Timeline
- 2025-03 HONOR announces the ALPHA PLAN
- 2026-03 First HONOR humanoid shown at MWC 2026
- 2026 D1 and A1 run in the Beijing humanoid half-marathon
Sources
- HONOR Advances Its AI Vision at MWC 2026 with Robot Phone, Humanoid Robot and Magic V6, HONOR (2026-03-01)
- HONOR Robotics D1 First Breaks the Human Half-marathon Limit, HONOR (2026)
- HONOR Unveils New Corporate Strategy to Transition to an AI Device Ecosystem Company, HONOR (2025-03-02)
- HONOR Calls for Open Collaboration Under New AI Ecosystem Vision, HONOR (2026-03)
Updated: 2026-10-10
Verification and limitations
This entry requires an up-to-date manufacturer specification check.
MERA field measurement report: not published. Demonstration footage and manufacturer specifications are not a MERA test under event conditions.
Data and provenance for AI agents ↗Compared with the catalogue
- It is the only HONOR model in the catalogue and one of 128 humanoids from China.
Capabilities
Frequently asked questions
Does HONOR make humanoid robots?
Yes. It unveiled its first humanoid at MWC 2026 and fielded the D1 and A1 in Beijing's 2026 robot half-marathon.
What are HONOR's robots for?
Shopping assistance, workplace inspections and especially companionship, according to HONOR.
How much does the HONOR robot cost?
No price has been announced.
What are the HONOR robot's specs?
HONOR has not published specifications such as height, weight or runtime.
How much does the HONOR cost?
The manufacturer has not published a price for the HONOR. You can send a purchase enquiry through MERA Robotics.
Is the HONOR available to buy?
Status: In development: the manufacturer has shown the robot but is not selling it openly yet.
How do I buy the HONOR through MERA Robotics?
Click “I want to buy” or fill in the form on this page. MERA Robotics will reply whether and on what terms the model is available and can help deploy it with the MERA OS conversation system.
Data: HONOR. Specs from the manufacturer; they may change, always confirm with the manufacturer before buying.
