In a bold move against the tide, Huawei has recently expanded its new 5G smartphone lineup with the addition of the Mate 60 Pro+, set to be released on October 9th. The phone stands as a testament to Huawei’s resilience against the backdrop of U.S. restrictions, as it is engineered with its very own Kirin 5G chipset. Produced by China’s largest foundry, SMIC, the chip comes as a direct challenge to global semiconductor leaders.

The Mate 60 Pro+ can connect to two satellites simultaneously

While Huawei’s previous devices, the Mate 50 and P60 models, had to depend on Qualcomm‘s chips—modified to disable 5G due to the U.S. sanctions—the Mate 60 Pro and its advanced sibling are self-reliant. These new models not only offer 5G but an intriguing feature: satellite connectivity. The Mate 60 Pro+ takes it a notch higher, capable of connecting to two satellites simultaneously, adding a new dimension to the ‘always connected’ smartphone experience.

Mate 60 Pro

However, it’s important to note that Huawei still has some catching up to do. Its Kirin 9000s chip, while groundbreaking for Huawei, is still behind in the race. For instance, TSMC’s 3nm chip that powers the latest iPhones is more efficient and powerful than Huawei’s 7nm chip.

Although trailing behind industry leaders like TSMC and Samsung in chip innovation, Huawei is certainly not lagging in performance. Social media is buzzing with speed tests that show the Mate 60 Pro delivering 5G data speeds surpassing those of even high-end 5G phones. As Dan Hutcheson, an analyst with TechInsights, suggests, this is essentially a “slap in the face” to U.S. restrictions.

In a parallel development, Huawei also introduced the Mate X5, a book-style foldable phone. The phone will come with various storage options and a robust camera system, adding more ammunition to Huawei’s growing arsenal of tech products.

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