Huawei’s Mate XT Ultimate Design: A Game-Changer in Tri-Fold Smartphones
Chinese electronics giant Huawei has recently unveiled its first tri-fold smartphone, the Mate XT Ultimate Design. This innovative device was officially launched earlier this month, with sales commencing in China on Friday. However, the availability of the Mate XT has sparked disappointment among potential buyers, as it is currently being sold exclusively to customers who had pre-ordered the device.
Pre-Order Exclusivity Causes Discontent
According to reports, many customers who visited Huawei mobile stores in key Chinese cities like Beijing and Shenzhen were met with frustration when they discovered that the Mate XT Ultimate Design was not available for immediate purchase. The smartphone is currently accessible only to those whose pre-orders have been confirmed by the company, leaving many consumers unable to get their hands on the much-anticipated device.
Specifications and Pricing
The Mate XT Ultimate Design comes packed with impressive specifications. The base variant features:
| Variant | RAM | Storage | Price (CNY) | Price (Approx. INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Variant | 16 GB | 256 GB | 19,999 | 2,35,900 |
| 512 GB Variant | 16 GB | 512 GB | 21,999 | 2,59,500 |
| 1 TB Variant | 16 GB | 1 TB | 23,999 | 2,83,100 |
This dual-SIM smartphone is available in two attractive colors: Red and Black. It operates on HarmonyOS 4.2, providing a seamless user experience. The device boasts a striking screen size of 10.2 inches (3,184 x 2,232 pixels) when unfolded, making it an impressive choice for those who enjoy multimedia content. When folded, the flexible LTPO OLED display measures 7.9 inches (2,048 x 2,232 pixels) and 6.4 inches (1,008 x 2,232 pixels), allowing for versatile use in various settings.
Camera Features
The Mate XT Ultimate Design does not disappoint when it comes to photography. It features a robust camera system with:
- A 50-megapixel primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) and adjustable aperture ranging from f/1.2 to f/4.0.
- A 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera with an aperture of f/2.2.
- A 12-megapixel periscope telephoto camera that offers 5.5x optical zoom, equipped with an aperture of f/3.4.
- An 8-megapixel front camera dedicated to selfies and video calls.
Competition in the Foldable Market
With the launch of the Mate XT Ultimate Design, Huawei is poised to give tough competition to South Korea’s Samsung in the ever-expanding foldable smartphone market. Apple, an American electronics manufacturer, is also rumored to be working on a clamshell-style foldable device, further intensifying the competition.
Huawei has made strides in this space before, having introduced the Pocket 2 foldable smartphone earlier this year in February. The company’s commitment to innovation in the folding phone segment underscores its strategic importance in the fast-evolving tech industry.
