Relive 115 years of Manchester United history with AI-powered photo restoration on the new HONOR Magic7 Pro
The advanced technology of artificial intelligence updates iconic images from 1910 and brings them into the 21st century to celebrate the 115th anniversary of Old Trafford.
To commemorate the 115th anniversary of the first match at Old Trafford, HONOR announced today that its new AI-powered photo enhancement feature, built into the new HONOR Magic7 Pro, has revitalized iconic historical photographs of Manchester United's legendary stadium.
Since 1910, Old Trafford—known as the Theatre of Dreams—has been the stage for countless unforgettable moments in world football. Now, HONOR’s AI technology—powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite6 mobile platform—brings these images into the 21st century, enhancing their clarity and level of detail.
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The new HONOR Magic7 Pro features a powerful suite of AI-driven photography functions, including super zoom, an enhanced portrait mode, and motion detection capture. Now, with the addition of this AI image enhancement feature, users can easily restore old and damaged photographs, removing scratches, improving resolution, and optimizing clarity to relive valuable memories.
Thanks to this innovative technology, HONOR Magic7 Pro has restored and enhanced over 40 photographs from Old Trafford’s archives, transforming faded images into crisp and vibrant portraits for the 21st century.
"These restored photographs are an invaluable contribution to Manchester United’s history, offering a glimpse into the earliest moments at our Old Trafford stadium," explained Jason Leach, Manchester United historian.
"HONOR’s AI enhancement is truly astonishing. It feels like traveling through time, allowing us to see these scenes with incredible clarity. Details that had been lost over time are now visible again, bringing to life the same atmosphere of that first match in 1910 for modern fans. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate 115 years of the Theatre of Dreams", said Leach.
"Old Trafford is a symbol of tradition and excellence, so we are thrilled that our AI technology can play a role in preserving its legacy," said Wei Luo, Director of Imaging at HONOR.
"The AI enhancement in HONOR Magic7 Pro is not just about restoring photos—it’s about connecting people with magical moments from the past. We believe AI can be a powerful tool for preserving cultural heritage, and this project is a perfect example of that potential. We are excited for fans to see these restored images and experience Old Trafford’s history from a new perspective", added Luo.
"It’s fantastic to see how this technology brings Manchester United’s illustrious history to life," said Judd Heape, Vice President of Product Management at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
"Our powerful AI-driven ISP enables advanced photography features, helping users capture and preserve life’s most memorable moments with ease. Together with HONOR, we have developed the first generative AI solution integrated into the camera system of the HONOR Magic7 Pro, enhancing ultra-sharp portrait photography", Heape stated.