Apple is gearing up to launch its iPhone 16 series at the highly-anticipated ‘It’s Glowtime’ event on September 9. However, Huawei is seizing the moment to steal some of the spotlight by announcing the world’s first tri-fold smartphone just one day later, on September 10. This strategic move by Huawei aims to redirect some attention away from Apple, especially given the tech giant’s recent challenges in the Chinese market before it resorted to offering discounts on iPhone 15 models and other products.
The latest teaser for Huawei’s upcoming tri-fold smartphone reveals that the device will feature two opposing hinges, creating a unique ‘Z’ shape. Previous leaks had shown an ex-Huawei executive holding a device with three ultra-thin panels and a significant rear camera bump. While these images offered a glimpse into the potential design, the new teaser provides clearer details. The tri-fold mechanism allows for an innovative form factor with three interconnected displays.
Huawei has maintained a veil of secrecy around this new hardware, and most available information stems from unverified rumors. Word on the street suggests that the company is working hard to reduce production costs for the prototype, indicating that the tri-fold smartphone might not hit mass production immediately. Given the complexity of its design, several more iterations could be needed before it’s ready for the market, possibly delaying its release until next year.
Huawei’s announcement might serve more as an intriguing teaser or a concept reveal, similar to how TECNO presented its Phantom Ultimate 2, another tri-fold concept device. While specific details about Huawei’s tri-fold smartphone remain scarce, anticipation is high for the September 10 reveal. If you’re eager to learn more, be sure to stay tuned for all the latest updates and information.
