Huawei’s new foldable smartphone attracts attention in the technology world Mate XThas been under closer scrutiny after its first launch in China. Introduced as the world’s first triple-screen, dual-hinge foldable phone, the Mate XT has made a name for itself with both its design and functionality. Newly released review videos showcase the device’s real-world performance and user experience. However, this innovative phone also brings some criticism.
The Huawei Mate XT comes straight out of the box and is remarkably thin. The device is said to be just 3.6mm at its thinnest point when fully opened. This reflects Huawei’s efforts to make a device that is even thinner than rival foldable phones. For example, Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold is 5.1mm thick, which means the Mate XT is about 30 percent thinner. However, when the phone is fully folded, it is slightly thicker than the Pixel 9 Pro Fold at 12.8mm. The Mate XT also has some points where it beats its rivals like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, but it still stands out as a slightly thicker device when folded.
Multi-screen usage and folding mechanism
A preliminary review by Gizmochina shows that the Mate XT is quite impressive in multitasking. The device’s three-screen structure allows users to view multiple apps at the same time. The screens can be customized to different sizes, while switching between apps is quite fast and smooth. The device also comes with a special phone case. This case provides protection when the phone is folded, while also acting as a stand, allowing the device to stand upright. This is especially practical for watching videos or multitasking.
However, the device’s folding mechanism has been criticized by some users and reviewers. One thing that stands out in the videos is a loading wheel that appears briefly when the device is switching from single-screen mode to dual-screen mode. This suggests that there is a waiting period during folding. Still, the overall responsiveness of the device when switching between screens is fast enough. However, it is noted that this small detail may be annoying for some users.
Another aspect of the Huawei Mate XT’s folding mechanism that has been criticized is the screen curves. These curves, which are especially noticeable at the hinge points under light in the videos, stand out as an element that can distract some users. Since foldable phone technology is not yet fully mature, it is not surprising to see such curves. However, for many users, these curves can negatively affect the experience offered by the phone. While it is said that the curves are not very noticeable when looking at the device from a direct angle and under certain lighting conditions, it is seen that they become noticeable.
Another striking feature of the Huawei Mate XT is that the screen can switch seamlessly between both horizontal and vertical modes of use. This is a great advantage, especially for users who like to multitask. The device’s multi-screen use and the ability to manage different applications simultaneously with customizable windows are considered one of the biggest advantages of the Mate XT.
Huawei Mate XT stands out as a technologically advanced product. Being the world’s first triple-screen foldable phone is the biggest feature that sets it apart from other foldable devices on the market. However, some design shortcomings such as screen bends and minor delays during folding show that this technology is still open to development. While Mate XT is an important step for foldable phones, it will be clearer over time how such innovative devices will be received and spread among users. More details and user experiences about Huawei Mate XT seem to be revealed more in the coming period.