Huawei has unveiled the Mate XT Ultimate Design, the world’s first triple-folding smartphone, packed with incredible specifications and a revolutionary design. The device brings together cutting-edge features for an extraordinary experience, offering multiple functions with its tri-folding display.
Top Features
- Vein-textured, sleek design
- Triple-folding screens
- Tiangong hinge technology
- 10.2-inch large display
- 10-speed variable aperture camera
- Advanced AI capabilities
Design
Huawei has used advanced technology to craft the world’s first tri-foldable phone with a star diamond finish and a sophisticated vein texture developed through 78 different processes. The body is reinforced with 80 layers of steel, making it strong yet sleek. The Mate XT Ultimate Design is wrapped in premium leather, providing a luxurious feel and available in two colors: Ruihong (Red Gold) and Dark Black.
The world's first trifold phone is here❗️
— Ben Geskin (@BenGeskin) September 10, 2024
Huawei Mate XT | Ultimate Design
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Display
The Mate XT features three screens with ultra-high-definition 3K resolution, offering a visually immersive experience. With flexible materials, the display has a 25% increased bending capacity, enhanced by advanced AI image processing. Here are the specs for each screen mode:
- Single Screen (2232 x 1008 pixels): 6.4-inch, 73.5 mm wide, 12.8 mm thick
- Double Screen (2232 x 2048 pixels): 7.9-inch, 143.0 mm wide, 7.45 mm thick
- Triple Screen (2232 x 3184 pixels): 10.2-inch, 219.0 mm wide, 3.6 mm thick
The display also boasts an OLED LTPO screen, 1.07 billion colors, P3 wide color gamut, 1440Hz high-frequency PWM dimming, and 240Hz maximum touch response.
Hinge Technology
Huawei introduced the Tiangong hinge, a dual-hinge system that allows internal and external folding. It reduces the hinge's thickness by minimizing movable parts and uses ultra-strong rocket-grade steel, ensuring smooth folding and durability. The multi-drive adjuster provides an effortless opening and closing experience, making the phone slim and lightweight.
Camera
The Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design sports a triple-camera setup housed in an octagonal module:
- Main Camera: 50MP, f/1.4-4.0, with OIS
- Ultra-Wide Camera: 12MP, f/2.2
- Periscope Camera: 12MP, 5.5x optical zoom, 50x digital zoom
On the front, it features an 8MP selfie camera with multiple shooting and video modes.
Performance
The Mate XT Ultimate Design runs on HarmonyOS 4.2 and is expected to be powered by the Kirin 9010 5G chipset. The phone is available with 16GB of RAM and three storage options: 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. The 5,600mAh battery supports 66W wired fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and 5W reverse wired charging.
AI Features
The phone offers advanced AI features through Huawei’s upgraded Celia assistant:
- AI Senior Editor: Voice editing that understands natural language for content creation.
- AI Info Consultant: Split-screen answers and article summarization.
- AI Translation Expert: Easy document translation with original text for accuracy.
- AI Photo Editor: Image enlargement, AI Removal, and AI cloud enhancement.
The device also supports Huawei's XMAGE imaging, ensuring vibrant post-capture moments, and it includes satellite communication for areas with low network coverage.
Price and Availability
The Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design is available for pre-order and will officially go on sale on September 20. Here are the price details:
- 16GB + 256GB: 19,999 yuan (₹2,35,900)
- 16GB + 512GB: 21,999 yuan (₹2,59,500)
- 16GB + 1TB: 23,999 yuan (₹2,83,100)
