FILE PHOTO: Visitors walk past the Huawei logo at the World Artificial Intelligence Cannes Festival (WAICF) in Cannes, France, February 10, 2023. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard/File Photo
Huawei's highly anticipated
triple-screen foldable
smartphone has been sighted once more, revealing a surprisingly slim design despite its complex folding mechanism. Recent images posted by the WHYLAB Weibo account show
Richard Yu
, CEO of Huawei's consumer group, handling what appears to be the innovative device in its folded state.
The photos, which have since circulated widely online, suggest that the tri-fold phone could rival conventional foldables in terms of thickness.
This development challenges previous assumptions about the bulk associated with dual-hinge designs.
According to Android Authority, the device is rumoured to feature a expansive
10-inch display
when fully unfolded, significantly larger than the 7.6 to 8-inch screens found in current foldable offerings. This increased screen real estate could position the device as a viable alternative to small tablets.
While the thin profile is impressive, potential challenges remain. The dual-hinge system may result in two visible display creases, and the complex design could lead to higher production costs. However, these trade-offs might be justified by the device's versatility and larger screen area.
Industry insiders speculate that Huawei could unveil this groundbreaking smartphone as early as next month, ahead of their Mate 70 series launch later in the year. If true, this would mark a significant milestone in foldable technology, potentially influencing future designs from competitors.
The leaked images also reveal a substantial camera bump, hinting at Huawei's continued focus on photography capabilities even in this experimental form factor.
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