Updated
Updated · HC Newsroom · Aug 14
Huawei Plans 16:10 Wide Phone for September Launch as Mate 90 Event Nears
Updated
Updated · HC Newsroom · Aug 14

Huawei Plans 16:10 Wide Phone for September Launch as Mate 90 Event Nears

3 articles · Updated · HC Newsroom · Aug 14

Summary

  • September is now tipped as the debut window for Huawei’s new wide non-foldable handset, earlier than prior expectations for a post-Mate 90 fourth-quarter release.
  • Leakers say the device is launch-ready and could arrive alongside the Mate XT 2 tri-foldable or the Mate 90 flagship series, whose event was previously tipped for September 23 in Shenzhen.
  • The phone is expected to join the Pura line and use a 16:10 display that mimics an unfolded foldable’s wider, more horizontal viewing area while keeping a conventional non-folding design.
  • Huawei has not confirmed the model, but the form factor may spread quickly: OPPO, Xiaomi and Honor are said to be evaluating similar wide handsets for possible launches next year.

Insights

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