Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto led the launch of the HONOR X9d 5G Experiential Event held on January 5 at WBS Studios along West Bank Drive in Pasig City, where HONOR Philippines showcased the durability and real-world toughness of its newest midrange smartphone.
The event gave guests, media, and influencers a hands-on look at the HONOR X9d 5G’s All-Angle Ultra Defense and Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop Technology, positioning the device as one of the brand’s most rugged smartphones to date. Designed to withstand everyday mishaps and extreme impact, the phone was subjected to a series of intense durability tests during the program.
A major highlight of the event was the ‘What’s Tougher? HONOR X9d 5G vs Tesla Cybertruck’ challenge, where the smartphone was pitted against the electric pickup truck in a series of dramatic tests. The HONOR X9d 5G was dropped, smashed, and even rolled over by the Tesla Cybertruck to demonstrate its structural resilience. Despite the extreme conditions, the device remained functional, drawing reactions of amazement from attendees.
Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto were present throughout the demonstrations, observing the tests alongside popular online personalities and content creators. Influencers including Malupiton, the Capinpin Brothers led by Sir Geybin, strongman Ray Querubin, Jepitot, Team Moshi, Team Itik, and Jomar Yee also participated in and witnessed the challenges, adding to the high-energy atmosphere of the event.
According to HONOR Philippines, the tests were conducted without any external protective cases, relying solely on the HONOR X9d 5G’s internal structural design and built-in protective features. After each challenge, the device was inspected for physical damage and overall performance, reinforcing the brand’s message that durability goes beyond surviving drops—it also means protecting internal components and user data even if minor cosmetic damage occurs.
HONOR Philippines emphasized that the HONOR X9d 5G is built with Filipino users in mind, catering to those who face unpredictable daily conditions such as crowded commutes, outdoor activities, and active lifestyles, while still needing dependable performance for social media, content creation, and entertainment.
The HONOR X9d 5G is set to officially launch in the Philippines on January 9, with pre-orders available until January 23. The brand has also teased major pre-order incentives, including a rumored raffle involving a Tesla Cybertruck, with more details expected to be revealed in the coming days. (with reports from Lau Balocos)
