By Miko 
Huawei has made headlines by launching the Mate XT, a revolutionary triple-foldable smartphone, just hours after Apple revealed its iPhone 16. This move appears to be a strategic effort to overshadow Apple, particularly in the competitive Chinese market, where both brands vie for dominance.
The Mate XT features a design, with the world’s pioneering folding screen technology that expands into a 10. inch tablet when unfolded to provide remarkable flexibility for users seeking a compact yet large screen device ideal for multitasking and gaming purposes, by Huaweis inventive foldable technology aimed at meeting diverse needs of users looking for enhanced functionality and entertainment experience through its 50MP quad camera setup accompanied by a high capacity 5600mAh battery and powered by the latest HarmonyOS 4.2 version.
Huaweis latest Mate XT has been grabbing attention for its design and advanced technology features that set it apart from Apples iPhone 16 model which has upgraded its AI capabilities while maintaining its recognizable appearance pattern.
Contrasting with Apples approach of maintaining familiarity, with its design updates and technological advancements, for the iPhone series; Huawei takes a bolder step by introducing the folding screen on the Mate XT model despite the premium price tag of $2800 placing it in the luxury smartphone market segment. (Business Today)(Free Press Journal)(ARY NEWS).
While it may not drastically impact Apple’s global sales, Huawei’s move reinforces its leadership in the foldable phone market.
iPhone 16 VS Huawei Mate XT
Here’s a comparison table between the iPhone 16 and Huawei Mate XT based on the latest available information:
| Feature | iPhone 16 | Huawei Mate XT |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1 – 6.7 inches Super Retina XDR display | 10.2-inch tri-foldable OLED display |
| Foldable Feature | No | Yes (World’s first triple-foldable design) |
| Processor | A17 Bionic chip | Kirin chipset (HarmonyOS 4.2) |
| Main Camera | 48 MP dual-camera system | 50 MP quad-camera system with OIS |
| Selfie Camera | 12 MP TrueDepth camera | 8 MP front camera |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,600 mAh |
| Operating System | iOS 18 | HarmonyOS 4.2 |
| Price | Starts at $999 | Starts at $2,800 |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 512GB |
| Colors Available | Multiple (Silver, Gold, Graphite, etc.) | Red, Black |
| Special Features | AI capabilities, advanced Face ID | Triple-foldable screen, 10.2-inch tablet mode |
| Launch Date | September 2024 | September 2024 |
The iPhone 16 maintains Apple’s traditional premium design with enhanced AI and camera features, while the Huawei Mate XT pushes boundaries with its innovative foldable technology, offering a tablet-sized experience in a phone.