Huawei made history in September 2024 by unveiling the Mate XT Ultimate Design in China, marking the world’s first commercially available foldable smartphone with three screens. Now, the company has officially announced its plans to introduce this revolutionary device to select markets outside China, revealing a global launch date. As Huawei leads the innovation race, rival brands such as Samsung, Honor, and Oppo are reportedly developing their own triple-folding smartphones. Additionally, Tecno showcased its Phantom Ultimate 2 concept smartphone at IFA 2024 in Berlin, though it has yet to be released commercially.
Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design Global Launch:
Huawei will host an Innovative Product Launch event on February 18 in Kuala Lumpur, as confirmed by an official X (formerly Twitter) post. The teaser poster suggests that the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design will take center stage at this event. Another post from the company further solidifies that the much-anticipated global debut of the world’s first tri-folding handset will take place at this launch.
Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design Specifications:
The global variant of the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design is expected to carry forward the same high-end features as its Chinese counterpart. The key specifications include:
- Triple-Folding Display:
- When fully unfolded, the device features a 10.2-inch flexible LTPO OLED panel.
- When folded once, it becomes a 7.9-inch display.
- After a second fold, it transforms into a 6.4-inch screen, making it versatile for different use cases.
- Performance:
- Powered by the Kirin 9010 chipset, the device delivers flagship-level performance.
- It runs on HarmonyOS 4.2 and supports 16GB of RAM.
- Storage options include 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB.
- Camera System:
- 50-megapixel primary sensor with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization).
- 12-megapixel ultrawide camera for capturing expansive shots.
- 12-megapixel periscope telephoto lens with 5.5x optical zoom and OIS.
- 8-megapixel front camera for selfies and video calls.
- Battery & Charging:
- 5,600mAh battery ensures long-lasting performance.
- Supports 66W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
- Connectivity & Security:
- 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, and USB 3.1 Type-C.
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security.
- Dimensions & Weight:
- When fully unfolded, it measures 156.7 x 219 x 3.6mm.
- Weighs 298g.
Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design Price & Availability:
The Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design is priced in China as follows:
- 16GB + 256GB variant – CNY 19,999 (approx. Rs. 2,35,900)
- 16GB + 512GB variant – CNY 21,999 (approx. Rs. 2,59,500)
- 16GB + 1TB variant – CNY 23,999 (approx. Rs. 2,83,100)
Huawei has yet to confirm the exact pricing for international markets, but it is expected to be competitively priced against other foldable smartphones available globally.