Huawei’s Mate XTs May Launch Before iPhone Fold — Details Inside
Huawei Mate XTs tri-fold phone may arrive during Apple’s iPhone 17 launch week. Priced higher than iPhone Fold, with new design and features.
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Huawei Technologies is all set to introduce its next-generation Mate XTs tri-folding smartphone in China on Sept. 12, lining up its foldable phone launch with Apple’s iPhone 17 series debut.
Industry sources in Beijing report that Huawei has finalized the design of the Mate XTs model, a successor to the Mate XT 2. The company will reveal the device in Shanghai outlets and online platforms the same week Apple unveils its newest iPhone models.
Analysts say the tri-folding format, first explored by Huawei in earlier Mate X devices, offers an expanded display and more flexible form factor than traditional clamshell or book-style foldables. The Mate XTs will open outward on three panels and lock into a seamless screen when unfolded.
Price comparisons suggest that Huawei’s Mate XTs may command a higher tag than Apple’s anticipated iPhone Fold. Estimated retail cost for the Apple foldable hovers around 15,999 yuan (about $2,225). Huawei insiders indicate the Mate XTs could start at 20,000 yuan ($2,780), placing it in the ultra-premium smartphone category.
Market observers expect the pricing strategy to target premium buyers and tech enthusiasts willing to invest in a high-end device. Huawei aims to compete on screen size and hardware resilience, rather than undercutting on cost alone.
Privacy notices accompanying the launch reveal color options in Mystic Black, Auspicious Red, Crimson Purple and Bright White. Reports also mention the addition of UFG glass for impact resistance and built-in satellite connectivity for off-grid messaging.
Meanwhile, Samsung Electronics is developing its own tri-folding model in the Galaxy Z lineup, and Apple plans to unveil its first foldable iPhone, likely in mid-2026.
Huawei’s dual release approach—aligning the Mate XTs announcement with the iPhone 17 series launch—could intensify attention on the foldable smartphone segment this fall. The company will release full technical specifications and availability details on launch day.
