Huawei’s XMAGE 2024 Mobile Photography Exhibition ended in Istanbul as one of the world’s largest mobile photography events. This prestigious event, held between November 30 and December 1, celebrated innovations in mobile imaging by bringing together the worlds of both art and technology. Istanbul, one of Europe’s leading cultural centers, attracted great attention by hosting the final of Huawei’s global exhibition tour.
Important names from Türkiye and China came together at the event. Chinese Deputy Consul General Shang Jian stated that the exhibition strengthens cultural and creative ties and that such events contribute to artistic and technological cooperation between countries. Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Tourism Director Hüseyin Gazi Coşan said that Huawei’s organization of this exhibition in Istanbul once again emphasizes the cultural diversity of the city and its deep connection with art. It was especially noteworthy that the exhibition brought together human stories with the theme of “A World That Warms Hearts”.
XMAGE 2024 awards and global impact
One of the most notable events at the exhibition was the announcement of the winners of the XMAGE 2024 Global Photography Awards. The works of hundreds of participants from all over the world demonstrated the technical and artistic level reached by mobile photography. The winners were praised for both their creativity and effective use of Huawei’s advanced imaging technologies. This competition reaches a wider audience of participants every year with its innovations that push the boundaries of mobile photography.
Huawei’s flagship devices, such as the Pura 70 series, were frequently brought up throughout the exhibition. These devices, ranked first by DXOMark, one of the industry’s leading evaluation platforms, strengthened Huawei’s leading position in mobile photography. The exhibition showcased Huawei’s innovations in mobile imaging over the past 12 years and the future potential of this technology.
Attila Durak, curator of the exhibition, stated that mobile photography is becoming increasingly important in today’s world. The convenience that mobile devices offer in capturing everyday moments makes photography more democratic and accessible. Durak emphasized that this transformation is not only a technical advance but also an artistic revolution. “Mobile photography can now turn even ordinary moments into works of art,” he said.
Huawei’s XMAGE brand represents the company’s innovative approach to mobile photography. Equipped with features such as artificial intelligence-supported photography and night mode, devices allow users to create and share their own stories. In addition, technical advantages such as water and dust resistance and long battery life strengthen the place of mobile devices in artistic use.
Throughout the exhibition, Huawei highlighted not only the technical features of the devices, but also the role of mobile photography in cross-cultural interaction. Visitors had the opportunity to explore the universal dimension of both technology and artistic expression by examining photographs from different countries.
Louis Lu, CMO of Huawei Consumer Electronics Group, stated in the closing speech of the exhibition that XMAGE is a symbol of innovations and artistic approach in the field of mobile photography. “This exhibition is a reflection of Huawei’s vision of combining technological advances with human stories,” Lu said, signaling that they will make greater innovations in this field in the future.
Huawei’s XMAGE 2024 exhibition celebrated not only technology but also the power of human stories and artistic creativity. This event, which took place in a cultural capital like Istanbul, once again revealed the impact of mobile photography on both individuals and societies. In this regard, XMAGE stands out as not only a technology platform, but also a vision that pushes the boundaries of visual storytelling.