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Huawei Exec teases Mate Xs 2 color options, says phone supply chain has improved

Sean — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:02:44 +0000

Prior to the launch of the Mate Xs 2 foldable smartphone later today (28th April 2022), a Huawei executive has teased the smartphone and also revealed some other interesting information as well.

In a recent video, Yu Chengdong, Huawei BG & smart car solutions CEO, shared more information regarding the Mate Xs 2’s design and colors, along with some details regarding its smartphone operations. First, he talks about how the production capacity and supply chain for its handsets has improved, after the company faced many difficulties with the supply chain. Meaning, the Chinese tech giant’s smartphones and other products can be purchased again, without any issue related to inventory or stock.

One of the key highlights of the video was the part where he talked about the upcoming foldable flagship handset. For those unaware, the Mate Xs 2 is the company’s latest foldable model, which is expected to arrive with various improvements over the last generation. Yu Chengdong stated that some of the early foldable phone models were bulky and not resistant to fall damage. But, these issues are not there in the Mate Xs 2. Furthermore, its thickness and weight is quite close to a regular smartphone now. He also added that drop resistance and robustness has improved as well, with the screen being basically crease free as well.

Moving forward, the executive talked about the latest breakthrough’s in technology and innovations of the company. This includes breakthrough in WiFi technology, with its wireless speeds being several times faster than its competition. He even briefly talked about the Watch GT 3 Pro and the Huawei Smart Screen V Pro as well. But he arrived back to the Mate Xs 2, to showcase its design and color options. The new foldable phone will be available in 3 color variants, including a Black, Purple, and Off White models.

Huawei Mate Xs 2 to launch tomorrow: Here’s how to Watch the launch event

Pranav — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:44:08 +0000

Huawei is an important name when it comes to the foldable smartphone space. The Chinese maker unveiled the Huawei Mate X back in 2019, followed by the Mate Xs in 2020, it was succeeded by the Mate X2 and X2 4G last year. Now, the brand is following up with a release for its next foldable phone, the Huawei Mate Xs 2. The company has already set a release date for the phone and in this article, we’ll take a look at how to watch the smartphone’s launch event.

How to Watch the Huawei Mate Xs 2 launch event

Huawei Mate Xs 2 is scheduled to launch on April 28 in China. The launch will commence at 7 PM China time (4:30 PM IST/ 11:00 AM UTC). You can watch the live launch event on the company’s Weibo page – Click here to watch the Live Stream.

What to Expect from the Huawei Mate Xs 2

Huawei hasn’t explicitly revealed all the details of the foldable phone. However, the teaser posters have confirmed that the phone will come with an outward folding design. This seems to be an interesting move as the predecessor came with an inward folding screen, but the fans wanted an outward folding screen. And now with the Mate Xs 2, fans will finally get the outward foldable design.

In addition to the teasers, a Chinese tipster shared the renders of the foldable smartphone. Thanks to the renders, we know that the device will come with a punch-hole display. It will be a wide panel, however, the screen size is still unknown.

It will feature a triple camera system, and as seen in previous generation Mate X models, this too will come with a vertical hinge that’ll offer a grip to hold and keep the camera sensors. It will feature a 50MP main lens, a 13MP ultra-wide sensor, and an 8MP telephoto unit.

Under the hood, it is expected to come with either the Kirin 9000 4G SoC or Snapdragon 888 4G chipset. As for the battery, it will pack a 4,500mAh cell with support for 6W rapid charging technology. The phone will boot on HarmonyOS 2.0.1 out of the box. Lastly, the Huawei Mate Xs 2 will launch in Black, White, and Purple colors.

Huawei Mate Xs 2 to sport outward folding design, leaked images emerge before April 28 launch

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 06:49:20 +0000

Huawei entered the foldable phone market by announcing the Huawei Mate X in February 2019. The Mate Xs was made official in 2020 as an updated edition of the predecessor model. Both devices flaunted an outward folding design. The Mate X2 and Mate X2 4G that came in recent years were made available with an in-ward folding design. Today, the company confirmed that it will be launching a new device named the Huawei Mate Xs 2 on April 28 in China. Ahead of the launch, a Chinese tipster leaked the design and key features of the device.

The official poster released by Huawei teases the design of the Mate Xs 2. The moniker of the device suggests that it will have a design similar to the Mate Xs model from the past.

Huawei Mate Xs 2 leaked images

The Huawei Mate Xs 2 leaked images shared by Chinese tipster Geek_Cao give a good look at its outward folding design. The images also show that the device will be available in three colors: black, white, and purple.

The Mate Xs 2’s display can be seen sporting a punch-hole design. As far as durability is concerned, the tipster claims that its screen will have multiple buffer layers to protect it from damage against drops. The company will probably drop test the device to show off its durability.

The rear camera setup of the device will have a 50-megapixel primary camera. It will be accompanied by a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera and an 8-megapixel telephoto camera. The tipster claims that it is unclear which 4G processor will be powering the device. Past reports have claimed that it may feature the Kirin 9000 4G or Snapdragon 888 4G chipset.

The TENAA listing of the device revealed that it comes with HarmonyOS 2.0.1 and a 4,500mAh battery. The device is expected to carry support for 66W rapid charging.