Huawei is set to introduce its inaugural tri-fold smartphone, the Mate XT Ultimate Design, on September 10 in China. Ahead of the official unveiling, eager buyers can already pre-order the device on JD.com, a popular Chinese e-commerce site.
Pricing and Availability
While Huawei has not disclosed the pricing details yet, it has been confirmed that the Mate XT Ultimate Design will be the first tri-fold phone available to consumers, distinguishing it from the concept phones like the Tecno Phantom Ultimate 2. The pre-order page has revealed additional information: the phone will be available for purchase in China starting September 20. It will come in two memory configurations, 16/512GB and 16GB/1TB, and will be offered in two colors, Ruihong and Xuanhei.
Design Features
From teasers released by Huawei earlier this week, the Mate XT is expected to have a sleek and slim profile when unfolded. Once opened, it transforms into a tablet-sized screen, rumored to be about 10 inches, supported by a sophisticated dual-hinge mechanism.
Impressively, Huawei has managed to keep the phone’s thickness under 5mm when unfolded, showcasing remarkable engineering. When folded, it becomes a compact smartphone, ideal for carrying around with ease.
Camera and Materials
Turning to the back of the device, the design draws inspiration from the Mate 60 RS, featuring an octagonal camera module with a periscope telephoto lens. The rear panel is elegantly finished with vegan leather, adding a luxurious touch to a phone that is anticipated to be priced at a premium.
The exact price remains unconfirmed, but leaks suggest it could be around 14,900 Yuan (approximately $2,000). Given that this is Huawei’s first entry into tri-fold technology, such a price point would not be unexpected. Additionally, it is rumored to be a limited edition, potentially making it a sought-after item for collectors and early technology adopters.
