Manchester United sponsor restores photos from first Old Trafford game in 1910
- Helen Clarke
- Feb 21
- 2 min read
Helen Clarke
Manchester United's tech sponsor has used advanced AI to restore photos from the clubs first game - celebrating 115 years of the team.
HONOR via Qualcomm’s sponsorship with Manchester United brings the red devils' history to life with AI Photo Upscale on Magic7 Pro - powered by Snapdragon.
To commemorate the 115th anniversary of the first game at Old Trafford, HONOR has restored iconic photographs of Manchester United's legendary stadium - the Theatre of Dreams with club historian Jason Leach commenting: "It's like stepping back in time, allowing us to see these scenes with amazing clarity.
"Some details that were lost to time are now more visible, bringing the atmosphere of that first game in 1910 to life for modern fans."
Since 1910, Old Trafford has been the stage for countless unforgettable moments in world football - and now fans can enjoy those moments revisited in HD.
The HONOR Magic7 Pro restored and enhanced over 40 photographs from Old Trafford’s archives, turning faded relics into polished images fit for the 21st century.
Qualcomm Technologies hopes to deliver unique experiences to supporters with its sponsorship of the club - such as the current restoration project.
Wei Luo, Chief Imaging Architect at HONOR said: "The HONOR Magic7 Pro's AI Upscale isn't just about improving photos, it's about connecting people with magic moments from the past.
"We believe that AI can be a powerful tool for preserving cultural heritage, and this content is a perfect example of that potential."
An exclusive look at the photo restoration project and a behind-the-scenes video can be viewed here: https://www.manutd.com/en/videos/detail/snapdragon-x-honor-115-years-of-old-trafford