Huawei Pocket3: A Revolutionary "New Form" in Small Foldable Phones, Launching March 18th

Huawei Pocket3: A Revolutionary "New Form" in Small Foldable Phones, Launching March 18thMarch is typically a busy month for tech launches, with major brands unveiling their spring new products. However, this year's March felt different

Huawei Pocket3: A Revolutionary "New Form" in Small Foldable Phones, Launching March 18th

March is typically a busy month for tech launches, with major brands unveiling their spring new products. However, this year's March felt different. Many manufacturers postponed their launches, particularly their highly anticipated Ultra flagship models, pushing them back to April. This left March's new phone offerings relatively scarce. But Huawei bucked this trend, electing to launch its new foldable phone, the Huawei Pocket3, a small foldable phone touted as a "game-changer." It not only carries on the legacy of Huawei's smaller foldable phones but also boasts breakthroughs in screen interaction and ultra-slim design, aiming for a strong showing in the highly competitive market.

The Huawei Pocket3's launch date remained shrouded in mystery until recently, with only a March release date circulating. This fueled anticipation and speculation. Recently, several leakers pointed towards a March 18th launch, largely based on a Huawei ecosystem lamp scheduled to go on sale that day, and the conclusion of several brand promotions before the 18th. Furthermore, a blogger predicted a launch between March 15th and 20th, aligning closely with the previous prediction. Considering Huawei's tendency to launch major products in the mid-to-late part of the month, March 18th emerged as the most likely date.

With the launch date clearer, specifications have also begun to surface. Based on leaks, the "new form" design is a significant upgrade. The external screen will reportedly be a sizable 3.5-inch, a dramatic increase from the 1.15-inch screen of its predecessor, vastly improving everyday usability. The larger external screen, with its near-traditional 3:2 aspect ratio, allows users to accomplish much more without unfolding the phone, such as replying to messages, checking navigation, or even browsing short videos, making it significantly more practical.

Huawei is likely to leverage the distributed capabilities of HarmonyOS NEXT, granting the outer screen stronger ecosystem integration, such as seamless collaboration with headphones and smartwatches. The body layout will also see adjustments. For instance, button placement will be redesigned, and the side-mounted fingerprint sensor might be replaced with an under-display solution for a cleaner, more integrated design. Furthermore, the folded thickness will be reduced further, aiming for a "thinner than a regular phone" experience. The unfolded inner screen remains 6.3 inches, retaining the vertical folding design, but the 3:2 aspect ratio better suits productivity tasks. Combined with Huawei's self-developed hinge technology, crease control is expected to improve significantly, enhancing durability a key competitive advantage.

Interestingly, the folding mechanism itself is rumored to feature a completely new design, details of which await official confirmation. While official hardware specifications are still pending, based on industry trends and Huawei's technological roadmap, we can make reasonable estimations. The processor is likely to be an enhanced version of the Kirin 9010, enabling 5G-A network support to address a major shortcoming of its predecessor. The camera system might retain a large-sensor main camera, upgraded with XMAGE 2.0 algorithm and enhanced AI optimization for portrait and night modes. Battery capacity could increase to 5000mAh (equivalent value), with support for 66W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging, alleviating range anxiety common in small foldable phones.

The Huawei Pocket3 will run HarmonyOS natively. While the ecosystem is still maturing compared to previous HarmonyOS iterations, the daily user experience remains smooth, with improved underlying optimizations. The codename "Verde" (meaning green) suggests a focus on natural colors, continuing the colorful strategy of the Pocket S, potentially including olive green and dawn gold color options. The addition of satellite communication and full-function NFC further enhances user experience.

Pricing is expected to remain competitive, potentially even lower than its predecessor, making small foldable phones more accessible to the wider market. Alongside the Pocket3, Huawei might also launch the FreeBuds 6 true wireless earbuds, enriching the product lineup of the launch event.

Foldable phones are transitioning from a "show-off" technology to a practical tool. The Huawei Pocket3 could be a pivotal step in this transformation. Its comprehensive upgrades in design, screen interaction, performance, and pricing strategy are poised to inject new vitality into the small foldable phone market and set a new direction. Whether it becomes a benchmark in this sector remains to be seen.

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