Understanding the Repair Costs for the Honor Robot Phone's Gimbal Camera

The recent launch of Honor's Robot Phone has piqued the interest of tech enthusiasts worldwide, thanks to its innovative features and a standout integrated gimbal camera. As with any high-tech device, the potential for damage raises questions about repair costs. In this article, we'll dive into the expenses associated with repairing various components of the Honor Robot Phone, particularly focusing on the gimbal camera and other key parts that could be impacted by accidents.

Following its official unveiling last week, the Honor Robot Phone presents a unique design with state-of-the-art technology included. However, this innovative gimbal camera, which enhances photo stability, is vulnerable to damage. In the unfortunate event that the phone gets dropped, repair costs can be significant.

According to Honor's official website in China, replacing the gimbal camera will set you back a staggering CNY 3,079 ($457). For those looking to replace other camera components, the telephoto camera will cost CNY 879 ($130), while the ultrawide camera replacement will be priced at CNY 199 ($29). The high price of the gimbal camera is likely due to its complex assembly and advanced technology.

If the screen of the Robot Phone needs replacing, it will cost you CNY 1,379 ($205), and a new battery will be around CNY 319 ($47). Notably, the most expensive repair isn't the gimbal camera; it's the motherboard. For the 12/512GB model, this replacement costs CNY 4,599 ($684), while the higher-end 16GB/1TB variant will cost a significant CNY 6,599 ($981).

These prices reflect the advanced technology embedded in the Robot Phone, which retails for CNY 9,999 ($1,487) for the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage model, and CNY 12,999 ($1,933) for the 16GB RAM and 1TB version.

For a more comprehensive understanding of the Honor Robot Phone, be sure to check out our detailed hands-on review.

Via (in Chinese)