Tag: Huawei Mate 70

  • Huawei to Launch Mate 70 Series with HarmonyOS NEXT in Q4 2024

    Huawei to Launch Mate 70 Series with HarmonyOS NEXT in Q4 2024

    Following months of anticipation, Huawei has now confirmed that the Mate 70 series will be released in the fourth quarter of 2024, targeting a launch window between October and December.

    Huawei Consumer Business Chairman Yu Chengdong disclosed that the Mate 70 series will be the first to come with the stable version of HarmonyOS NEXT pre-installed.

    HarmonyOS NEXT Launch

    Huawei introduced the HarmonyOS NEXT at the HDC Developer Conference today. This new version completely abandons the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) codebase, meaning that Huawei devices running this OS will not support Android apps at all.

    The Mate 70 series will debut the stable version of the new OS. Following its release, Huawei plans to extend the major software update to other devices. The company has already started Beta testing the OS on the Mate 60 series and several other devices starting today.

    Hardware and Camera Specifications

    Details about the Mate 70 series hardware remain limited, but leaks indicate that the Pro model will retain the triple punch-hole display design seen in its predecessors. However, it’s uncertain if this design will be consistent across the entire series.

    For reference, the Mate 60 Pro includes a 13-megapixel ultrawide selfie camera, a 3D ToF sensor, and additional sensors and lasers for 3D face mapping. The Mate 70 Pro is expected to use the same set of front sensors.

    The rear camera setup is another focal point for leaks. The Mate 70 series could incorporate upcoming Omnivision sensors for enhanced image and video quality. Additionally, the top model in the series might feature a retractable lens, similar to the one found in the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra.

    New Kirin Chip

    The Mate 70 series is also rumored to include a new Kirin chip, although specific details about the chip are still scarce at this time.

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  • Huawei Mate 70 to Rival iPhone 16 with Advanced AI Features

    Huawei Mate 70 to Rival iPhone 16 with Advanced AI Features

    Huawei’s forthcoming flagship smartphone line, the Mate 70 series, has been the subject of numerous leaks and rumors, despite the absence of official details.

    In the most recent leak, Weibo tipster Smart Pikachu disclosed that the Huawei Mate 70 series will continue with the circular camera design seen in the Mate 60 series. This design choice has been consistent in the Mate line since the Mate 30 series, with the exception of the Mate 50 series, which featured a plate-style module. It seems that the Mate 70 series will adhere to this established design.

    Competing with the iPhone 16 Series

    The tipster also revealed that the Huawei Mate 70 series aims to compete directly with Apple’s iPhone 16 series, not only in hardware specifications but also in software features. According to Smart Pikachu, the Mate 70 series will come with advanced AI capabilities, emphasizing AI imaging and "AI Life." Similarly, Apple is expected to incorporate AI features in iOS 18 and the iPhone 16 series.

    It will be intriguing to compare these new phones on their AI functionalities and to see if these features help them capture market share.

    Minimal Details Known

    Beyond this, little is known about the Huawei Mate 70 series. Current rumors suggest that the series will utilize a new OmniVision CMOS sensor and a new Super Core Kirin chip, which reportedly scores over 1 million points in benchmarking applications.

    Additionally, the phones are anticipated to run on Huawei’s new operating system, HarmonyOS NEXT, which will not support Android apps. The Mate 70 is expected to be the first smartphone to come with HarmonyOS NEXT pre-installed out of the box.

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  • SMIC’s 5nm Breakthrough to Power Huawei Mate 70 Processors

    SMIC’s 5nm Breakthrough to Power Huawei Mate 70 Processors

    SMIC has played a vital role in producing Huawei's Kirin chips, including the Kirin 9000S and 9010, both of which are fabricated using a 7nm process. The foundry is reportedly working on its own 5nm chip production technique.

    Milestone Achievement

    Recent reports from Business Korea and Hankyung indicate that SMIC has successfully reached this milestone, meaning their 5nm process is now prepared for chip manufacturing.

    This achievement is remarkable, especially given the infrastructure issues SMIC faces due to US export limitations. However, the reports highlight that SMIC's new 5nm node depends on the older Deep Ultraviolet (DUV) lithography rather than the more advanced Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) technology.

    Lithography Technologies

    DUV lithography employs deep ultraviolet light with a wavelength of approximately 193nm to engrave circuit patterns onto silicon wafers.

    In contrast, EUV lithography utilizes much shorter extreme ultraviolet light (around 13.5nm). This shorter wavelength facilitates the creation of finer features, enabling the production of more powerful and efficient chips. Consequently, EUV is deemed essential for achieving the most advanced chip designs.

    The reason SMIC cannot adopt EUV technology stems from ongoing US-China tensions. ASML, a major supplier of EUV lithography machines, is barred by US export regulations from providing its technology to Chinese foundries like SMIC. Hence, SMIC must rely on DUV lithography for its 5nm node.

    Future Prospects

    Despite concerns about production yield, Huawei is expected to utilize processors manufactured using SMIC's new 5nm node in its upcoming Mate 70 series.

    Additionally, there are rumors of a new Huawei laptop featuring a Kirin chip designed for PCs that is purported to compete with Apple's M2 in terms of performance. Whether these rumors hold true remains to be seen.

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  • Huawei Mate 70 Series to Feature Super Core Kirin Chip

    Huawei Mate 70 Series to Feature Super Core Kirin Chip

    A recent leak hints at significant performance enhancements for the Huawei Mate 70 series, allegedly due to a new "super core" Kirin chip. This information comes from Weibo tipster @SmartPikachu, who suggests that the new Kirin SoC could propel the Mate 70 to the top tier in terms of performance.

    Potential Core Configuration

    The specifics of this "super core" remain undefined. Huawei might introduce a redesigned core configuration within the Kirin chip for the Mate 70. However, detailed information is not yet available.

    Performance rumors surrounding the Mate 70 have circulated before. Previous leaks indicated a Kirin benchmark score surpassing 1.1 million points, possibly aligning it with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Although details are vague, these leaks point towards a significant performance upgrade for Huawei’s upcoming flagship phones.

    Launch Timing and OS

    The tipster also suggests a possible launch timing conflict between the Mate 70 and the iPhone 16 series later this year. While an October or September release for the Mate 70 is not confirmed, it could lead to a competitive face-off between these tech giants when their respective devices launch.

    Moreover, the Mate 70 series is rumored to be the first to feature Huawei’s new HarmonyOS NEXT operating system. This OS will completely drop support for Android apps. The platform already boasts over 4000 native apps from Chinese corporations and businesses, with that number expected to grow soon.

    Production and Availability

    Additional leaks indicate that Huawei is ramping up production for the Mate 70, aiming to increase stock by 40-50% compared to the Mate 60 series. However, these claims, along with the previously mentioned features, remain speculative until officially confirmed by Huawei.

    Huawei Mate 70 Series to Feature Super Core Kirin Chip
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