UAE, 25 February 2025 – Just as we fondly remember the launch of the very first smartphone and the very first foldable phone, the arrival of the HUAWEI Mate XT | ULTIMATE DESIGN will be a milestone in tech history. Today, Huawei has announced the availability of the first-ever trifold smartphone in the United Arab Emirates. The phone comes with a tablet-sized 10.2-inch screen that folds into the size of a normal smartphone.
Now available on Huawei’s official online platforms and in select retail stores, the HUAWEI Mate XT | ULTIMATE DESIGN is priced at AED 12,999.
For a tri-fold phone, it’s incredible that the HUAWEI Mate XT is only slightly thicker than a regular phone when folded with the three folds stacked together. When fully unfolded, it becomes the thinnest foldable in the world, measuring just 3.6mm. It is a result of a slew of innovations, including the ultra-thin leather on the back, which adds a touch of subtle luxury. Each device also features the Eonic Curves design on the camera lens module, crafted over 22 days through 78 complex processes, making every lens module unique and one-of-a-kind.
The HUAWEI Mate XT also introduces the 3K HUAWEI X-True™ Display. With its Multiview in One experience, it redefines what a smartphone display can do, supporting seamless transitions between single, dual, and triple-screen modes. This flexibility lets users enjoy an all-in-one device that is a smartphone, tablet, and even somewhat like a laptop.
Cameras are where many foldables make compromises. But the Mate XT pioneers a 10-step adjustable physical aperture in its extremely thin and light body. The HUAWEI XMAGE camera system covers ultra-wide angles to 5.5x telephoto, making it easy to capture both close-up details and faraway subjects. The Ultra Speed Snapshot feature ensures fast-moving subjects are captured with stunning clarity.
It might sound a bit technical, but the new hinge system plays a huge role in making this tri-fold smartphone possible. Not only does it fold and unfold smoothly with effortless precision, but also manages to fold inward and outward while maintaining its slim profile. To ensure the durability of this complex folding mechanism, Huawei uses ultra-high strength steel that delivers reliable folding even under stress from continuous and frequent opening and closing.
The HUAWEI Mate XT is the beginning of a new phase for smartphones. It could lead to a future where a single device could replace a multitude of gadgets.
