Huawei Rumored to Launch New Flip-Foldable Smartphone in February
Rumors are circulating that Huawei is working on the P70 series of smartphones. However, new information from a Huawei distributor, @看山的叔叔, on Weibo suggests that the company is also preparing to launch a new flip-foldable smartphone in February.
Limited details are currently available about the new phone. The distributor did reveal that the device is codenamed "LEM" and may be equipped with a 5G Kirin chipset.
Official Launch and Pre-Orders
According to a tip from prolific tipster Fixed Focus Digital, the official launch of Huawei's upcoming flip phone could occur after the Lantern Festival in China on February 24. Pre-orders for the device may then commence shortly after the Chinese New Year on February 10.
Huawei's Foldable Phone Lines
Huawei currently offers three foldable phone lines: Pocket (flip phones), X (outward folding tablets), and Xs (inward folding tablets). Despite having only two models (P50 Pocket and Pocket S), the Pocket series captured a notable 29.6% share of the Chinese foldable phone market in 2023.
Huawei Pocket S: Features and Pricing
The most recent addition to the Pocket series is the Pocket S, which was introduced in 2022. It is priced at approximately $695 and boasts a 6.9-inch main screen and a 1.04-inch outer screen, both with high refresh rates and wide color gamuts.
Under the hood, the Huawei Pocket S is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor and operates on the HarmonyOS system.
Camera and Battery
The Pocket S features a 40 MP main shooter with an RYYB sensor and f/1.8 lens on the back, along with a 13 MP ultrawide-angle camera. The selfie camera is discreetly placed within a punch hole and utilizes a 10.7 MP sensor.
For improved cooling capabilities, the Huawei Pocket S incorporates an ultra-thin bendable graphite sheet. It is equipped with a 4,000 mAh battery that supports 40W fast charging. The company claims that the wing mechanism of the hinge has undergone 400,000 cycles of opening and closing in testing to ensure its durability.
In conclusion, Huawei is rumored to be working on the P70 series of smartphones. However, there are indications that the company may also launch a new flip-foldable smartphone in February. Limited details are available about the device, but it is said to be codenamed "LEM" and could feature a 5G Kirin chipset. The official launch is expected to take place after the Lantern Festival on February 24, with pre-orders starting after the Chinese New Year on February 10. Huawei's Pocket series has been successful in the Chinese foldable phone market, and the latest addition, the Pocket S, offers impressive features such as a Snapdragon 778G processor, a high-quality camera setup, and a 4,000 mAh battery with fast charging capabilities.
