Huawei's New Tri-Foldable Phone Code-Named "Iceland": Challenging Tablets, Potentially Launching Alongside iPhone 16 in September

Huawei's New Tri-Foldable Phone Code-Named "Iceland": Challenging Tablets, Potentially Launching Alongside iPhone 16 in SeptemberRecently, Huawei's Executive Chairman, Richard Yu, hinted at the company's "next-generation foldable phone," stating, "It's a product everyone can imagine but no one can actually make." Based on recent leaks, the product Yu alluded to is likely Huawei's tri-foldable phone

Huawei's New Tri-Foldable Phone Code-Named "Iceland": Challenging Tablets, Potentially Launching Alongside iPhone 16 in September

Recently, Huawei's Executive Chairman, Richard Yu, hinted at the company's "next-generation foldable phone," stating, "It's a product everyone can imagine but no one can actually make." Based on recent leaks, the product Yu alluded to is likely Huawei's tri-foldable phone. According to reports, this device, code-named "Iceland," has entered internal training and is expected to launch in September, coinciding with the release of Apple's iPhone 16 series.

Newly leaked photos show Yu holding the Huawei tri-foldable phone in its folded state. The device is expected to be thicker than a typical straight phone. The rear camera features a classic circular design with a decorative ring around the lenses, making the overall rear module stand out prominently, possibly containing more sensors.

Yu was previously photographed using the tri-foldable phone while on a flight. The images revealed that the unfolded device is nearly the size of a tablet. The left side of the screen appears to be the message list, while the middle and right sides seem to display other content in split-screen mode. Given the "stylus slot"-like structure on the right side of the phone, it's plausible that the new device will support stylus functionality.

Industry insiders have revealed that Huawei's tri-foldable phone utilizes an inward-folding + outward-folding + dual-hinge design. When unfolded, the screen is expected to measure around 10 inches. Speculation suggests that the main target for this device isn't the phone market but rather the larger tablet category. Analysis suggests that the Huawei tri-foldable phone will feature a completely redesigned approach to split-screen operation, aiming for a more portable experience. This could help expand its use cases, potentially becoming Huawei's most expensive model.

Besides the tri-foldable phone, Huawei is also scheduled to unveil the Mate70 series with HarmonyOS NEXT official version before the end of the year. Recently, Huawei implemented limited-time discounts for the Mate60 series and Pura70 series, offering up to 800 yuan off for the Mate60 series and up to 1000 yuan off for the Pura70 series. Industry insiders speculate that these price reductions likely pave the way for the upcoming Mate70 series launch.

Huawei's tri-foldable phone, expected to boast a bold and innovative design, is poised to challenge the tablet market. This "Iceland"-code-named device could become a significant addition to Huawei's high-end portfolio, offering consumers a new user experience. In September, the tech world's "Spring Festival" will witness the simultaneous release of Huawei's tri-foldable phone and Apple's iPhone 16 series. Let's wait and see what unfolds in this technological extravaganza.