The Huawei Mate X Reveals a Tablet When Unfolded
Michael Hemsworth — February 25, 2019 — Tech
References: tuvie
The phablet was the original answer to users seeking the functionality of a phone and tablet in one device but isn't the most portable solution out there, which is being addressed with folding alternatives like the Huawei Mate X smartphone.
Featuring a foldable design, the smartphone packs the functionality of a phone and a tablet in one convenient, compact solution that will shift in functionality according to needs. The device packs 5G connectivity to make it future-ready and also features a 4,500mAh battery that supports 55W Huawei SuperCharge, while the cameras on the device have been developed in partnership with Leica.
The Huawei Mate X smartphone boasts a crisp OLED panel that is supported by a mechanical hinge for optimal opening and closing at all times.
Featuring a foldable design, the smartphone packs the functionality of a phone and a tablet in one convenient, compact solution that will shift in functionality according to needs. The device packs 5G connectivity to make it future-ready and also features a 4,500mAh battery that supports 55W Huawei SuperCharge, while the cameras on the device have been developed in partnership with Leica.
The Huawei Mate X smartphone boasts a crisp OLED panel that is supported by a mechanical hinge for optimal opening and closing at all times.
Trend Themes
1. Foldable Smartphones - The trend towards foldable devices opens up opportunities for new form factors that can combine multiple devices in one, improving user convenience and adaptability
2. 5G Connectivity - The arrival of 5G technology creates opportunities for innovation in user experiences that will rely on faster and more connected devices, services and applications
3. Smartphone-tablet Hybrids - The combination of functionality from phone and tablet devices in one flexible package creates opportunities for new usability and mobility experiences for users
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The foldable 5G smartphone trend affects industries producing consumer devices, creating new challenges and opportunities for innovation in product design, engineering, and marketing
2. Telecommunications - The arrival of 5G and the trend towards foldable smartphones, will impact telecommunications infrastructure and open new opportunities for developing next-generation networks
3. Mobile App Development - The trend towards foldable smartphones, in addition to 5G connectivity, creates a unique opportunity for innovation in mobile app design, allowing developers to create new, more immersive user experiences
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