Huawei’s Tri-Fold Puts Pressure on Apple, Foldable iPhone Launch Expected Sooner
Huawei's Mate XT, the world's first tri-fold smartphone, garners 6 million pre-orders, setting new records in design and innovation.
Huawei recently launched the world’s first tri-fold smartphone, the Mate XT Extraordinary Master, starting at 19,999 RMB.
As of this writing, Huawei's online store shows that 6.09 million people have already reserved the new device.
"An extraordinary creation, shining moments." On September 10, Huawei held a launch event, showcasing the world's first tri-fold phone, the Mate XT Extraordinary Master. This device, with its cutting-edge technology, extreme innovation, and unique aesthetics, has captured consumers' attention, marking another highlight for the company.
In just a few days, nearly 6 million reservations have been made on Huawei’s store, with the device flying off the shelves at retail stores. Online, the phone has become the subject of memes like "Huawei family pack" and "Three folds, three kingdoms," demonstrating its immense social impact and buzz.
So, what makes a phone "extraordinary"? In the face of Western blockades and restrictions, how has Huawei risen from the ashes and rewritten industry history step by step? How can China’s tech journey, built over a decade, forge a stronger path to technological independence?
A Device That Transmits Power
Once launched, the Huawei Mate XT set three records: thinnest battery, largest screen, and slimmest phone.
The phone’s performance matches its premium price, boasting features like "UTG glass + non-Newtonian fluid screen," an "exclusive hinge system," and "PC-grade HarmonyOS apps," transforming the device into a pocket-sized laptop. The phone exceeds expectations for a smartphone, pushing the boundaries of innovation and technical difficulty, marking another Huawei milestone in tech innovation.
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