While this year has seen a rise in compact flagship smartphones within the tech industry, Huawei seems to be pursuing a different path. According to well-known leaker Digital Chat Station, the Chinese company does not have intentions for a 6.3-inch compact model at this time. Instead, Huawei is preparing to unveil two brand-new series next year, which will come equipped with larger screens that have ultra-slim bezels.
Larger Displays and Sleek Design
The tipster indicates that the forthcoming Mate 70 series is expected to feature a 6.7-inch flat screen, showcasing impressively thin bezels and a 1.5K resolution. Similarly, the Pura 80 series is anticipated to offer a 6.76/6.78-inch quad-curved display, also highlighted by narrow bezels and a 1.5K resolution. Even though these display sizes appear bigger than those of usual compact devices, Huawei’s emphasis on reducing bezels might lead to a more compact overall size.
Even without a specific compact flagship, the existing Huawei Pura 70, which has a 6.6-inch display, already provides a fairly compact and polished user experience. By refining its design and software, Huawei might successfully market the standard variant of the Pura 80 series as a compact flagship option.
Upcoming Launch and Pre-orders
On November 26, Huawei will introduce its Mate 70 series, having opened pre-orders a week earlier. In just 10 hours, over 130,000 registrations were noted, and this number is predicted to grow. The lineup will consist of the Mate 70, Mate 70 Pro, and Mate 70 Pro+, with more details available at Huawei’s Vmall store.
The Mate 70 and Mate 70 Pro will come in Black, White, Green, and Purple, offering 12GB of RAM and storage options ranging from 256GB to 1TB. Meanwhile, the Mate 70 Pro+ will be available in Black, White, Gold, and Sky Blue, featuring 16GB of RAM and storage choices of either 512GB or 1TB.
Stylish and Functional Design
In terms of design, the Mate 70 series showcases a large circular camera bump adorned with a gold accent ring, housing four camera lenses, which are likely for the main, ultra-wide, telephoto, and depth sensors. The overall design features rounded edges, a curved back panel with a textured feel, and a thicker camera bump when compared to the Mate 60.
