According to the input coming from Weibo, a well-known tipster has been asked by a follower, whether Huawei Mate X3 will be priced at 10000 yuan (around $1500). The tipster replied Yes.

Although, we don’t have confirmation on this matter but we are able to tell you about the price of the Huawei Mate X2. The Mate X2 has an 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM version priced at 17999 ($2782) and an 8GB+512GB version at 18999 ($2938).

Other than that, Huawei’s latest foldable device – Huawei Mate Xs 2 comes in three models 8GB+256GB/512GB and 12GB+512GB version. This model starts at 9999, 11499, and 12999 yuan respectively.

Yes, the new pricing is possible, because Huawei has improved its supply chain and the technology has reduced pricing as compared to the predecessor. This could help the Chinese tech maker to bring Mate X3 under 10000 yuan.

Huawei Mate X3:

It’s expected that Huawei Mate X3 will bring better camera imaging thanks to the XMAGE imaging system. On the other hand, it will have increased battery capacity, as well as a light design that will provide comfort grip on your hand.

Huawei is yet to announce a launch date but the past report suggests that it could unveil alongside the P60 series in March.

Read more in the article linked below.

Huawei Mate X3 will bring better camera, light design, launching next month

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According to the information, December 2022 update for Huawei Mate X2 is receiving a new HarmonyOS build version 3.0.0.192 and update package size of 1.17 GB.

Changelog reveals that this firmware brings Turbo charge mode to accelerate the charging user experience. It also optimizes apps and lock screens. Furthermore, there are new optimizations or the clone feature.

Adding to this, Huawei is improving Mate X2’s system security with December 2022 HarmonyOS 3 patches. To be mentioned, the turbo charge feature is an add on to the SuperCharge technology.

This software update is rolling out in batches and it’ll soon cover all of the eligible smartphones.

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Back in October, Huawei launched its refurbished phone directory featuring Huawei Mate 40 Pro 5G smartphone for a reduced price range.

Huawei Mate X2 Collector’s Edition refurbished version comes with a length of 161.8mm and a width of 145.8mm expanded, 74.6mm folded. The phone has a 4.4mm to 8.2mm thickness when it’s expanded and a 14.7mm thickness when it’s folded. Overall the device will weigh 295 grams.

This foldable phone comes with two displays, there’s a main 8-inch foldable OLED screen, that supports up to 90Hz refresh rate, 180 Hz touch sampling rate, and 2480 x 2200 pixels resolution.

The second display enables when you to fold the phone. It’s a 6.45-inch external screen, a flexible OLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and 2700 x 1160 pixel resolution.

Huawei Mate X2 is powered by Kirin 9000 chipset with octa-core architecture (1 x Cortex-A77 at 3.13 GHz + 3 x Cortex-A77 at 2.54 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 at 2.05 GHz). There’s a 24-core Mali-G78 GPU.

This inward folding device has a quad rear camera system including 50-megapixel super-sensing camera (wide-angle, f/1.9 aperture, supports OIS optical image stabilization), 16-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera (f/2.2 aperture), a 12-megapixel telephoto camera (f/2.4 aperture, supports OIS optical image stabilization) and 8-megapixel super zoom camera (10x optical zoom, f/4.4 aperture, supports OIS optical image stabilization).

On the front side, this device will get you a 16-megapixel wide-angle camera (wide-angle, f/2.2 aperture).

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A week ago, Huawei has removed the Mate X2 smartphones from its official shopping channel. Later on, users caught the headlines that the respective folding device is available to purchase, but at third-party offline stores.

But no more hustle and bustle! Now you can buy the Huawei Mate X2 5G refurbished version from the well-known Vmall channel. Though there is no change in the pricing and you can attain the device for 17,499 yuan [2468.54 USD].

It’s worth mentioning that the refurbished Huawei Mate X2 8GB + 256GB packaging comprises brand-new accessories. In other words, the device will offer a newly-device experience to its users.

On the flip side, the device will also welcome Huawei services and one-year warranty facilities just like any other new handset. Thus, we recommend taking your steps on the official Huawei Mall and checking on the device.

Huawei Mate X2

Huawei Mate X2 is a classic and outstanding folding phone in the foldable market. The device exhibits two screens: an 8-inch and a 6.45-inch with a 90Hz refresh rate.

The phone is mainly popular for the Kirin 9000 5G chipset, equipped on its surface. The dynamic processor enables the device to provide high-efficient performance and functioning management to consumers.

Apart from the high-end chip, the device packs a 4500mAh battery that supports 55W super fast charging. Moreover, the foldable also carries an iconic camera hood on its panel and brings out a comprehensive photography experience.

So Huawei fans here is your chance to grab the Huawei Mate X2 smartphone. The sale will begin tonight at 20:00 and you can get your device from the official Huawei Mall (Vmall) website.

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To begin with, earlier we reported that the Mate X2 foldable is no longer available on the official Huawei website (Vmall). The reason behind the device’s unavailability could be the shortage of Kirin 9000 processors.

However, the latest input reveals that users can still purchase the Mate X2 phones. Though Huawei has removed folding smartphones from its official stores, they are still available at third-party offline stores.

In addition to the Mate X2 devices, the Huawei Mate 40 series is also aligned on the sale platform. The only difference is that the foldable gadget is now selling via offline stores. While the Mate 40 series is accessible at online shopping channels.

Are Kirin 9000 chipsets in stock?

The available stock of Mate X2 and Mate 40 has given rise to a significant question – Are Kirin 9000 chipsets in stock? Previously, the company stated that the respective chips are no longer available for an unlimited period.

But as per the latest hints, there is still a limited supply of Kirin 9000 processors. Although it is quite difficult to say how much stock is left.

On the sideways, the input also suggests that the tech maker has not stopped the Mate X2 or Mate 40 smartphone production. Perhaps, we could find these devices back on the official websites.

When Kirin processors will return?

It’s worth mentioning that both Mate X2 and Mate 40 models equip the dynamic Kirin 9000 chips on their surface. The tech processor uproots over a 5nm process and features an octa-core framework.

In the meantime, we heard several tweaks regarding the return of the Kirin chipsets. Yet Huawei didn’t emit any word on this concept. Recently, Kirin chipset entered a new video-sharing platform. Thus, we could assume a comeback of the Kirin chips in the time ahead.

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A Weibo tipster, Wangzai Knows reveals that the mass-produced sample version of the Huawei Mate X3 foldable phone started to rollout for retailers and smartphone sellers. It’s a good sign of progress and shows that we’ll soon witness the launch of the Huawei Mate X3.

That’s not it, the tipster also suggests that the Huawei Mate X3 will be a design-efficient smartphone. This means it will be thinner and more durable with a new foldable hinge system. To support consumers, Huawei Mate X3 will have a low price as compared to Mate X2.

Since it’s a flagship phone and Huawei is keen on using Qualcomm chipsets, the Mate X3 could use Snapdragon 8+. Still, it will only support 4G network access with an inward folding design.

These are a lot of inputs and the specifications will appear as soon as it reaches the launch date. In the meantime, let’s look into the Huawei Mate X2 and learn more about what we’ve.

Huawei Mate X2:

Huawei Mate X2 comes with a dual-screen design. There is an 8-inch main display with 16.7 million colors, a 90Hz refresh rate, a 180Hz touch sampling rate, and 2480 x 2200 pixels.

Once folded, the phone operates via the exterior screen of 6.45 inches, 90Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling, and 2700 x 1160 pixels resolution.

During the Mate X2 launch, Huawei stocked sufficient Kirin 9000 chipsets. However, the phone is currently ruled out of the online stores and solely going through offline Huawei experience stores.

It is a powerful phone with a quad rear camera system. Including a 50 MP Ultra Vision Camera (Wide Angle, f/1.9 aperture, OIS), 16 MP Cine Camera (Ultra-Wide Angle, f/2.2 aperture), 12 MP Telephoto Camera (3x Optical Zoom, f/2.4 aperture, OIS), and 8 MP SuperZoom Camera (10x Optical Zoom, f/4.4 aperture, OIS), support AF.

Huawei Mate X2 brings a high-resolution front-facing camera of 16 megapixels of f/2.2 aperture. On the other hand, this foldable device packs a 4500mAh battery that could recharge with a 66W super charger.

(source – Weibo)

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So far, the Mate X2 has remained one of the most advanced folding smartphones. Its unique design and amazing characteristics have gained a lot of attention from consumers in the meantime.

Besides, the company has kept renovating the phone and its features with the latest upgrades. But as of now, the manufacturer has removed the Huawei Mate X2 folding phone from the official Vmall channels.

This is not the first time that the Chinese tech maker has removed its devices from the online shopping platform. The company has also taken the same removal step for the Mate 40 series.

However, Huawei has later introduced the refurbished Mate 40 Pro 5G handsets on the Vmall shelves. Hence, we could expect the return of the respective folding phone on the online shopping surface.

It’s also possible that the phone could use Snapdragon chipset for future models but nothing is certain at the moment.

Although, there is no information regarding the future availability of the Mate X2 smartphone on the Vmall website. Yet, we will keep updating you with the latest tweaks on this matter.

Huawei Mate X2 – Key specs and details

The Mate X2 foldable comes with a new in-ward folding design set-up. It includes two displays: an 8-inch panel and a 6.45 OLED display cover.

Further, it powers a 5nm processed Kirin 9000 processor with an octa-core CPU and 24-core Mali-G78 GPU. Eventually, the high-end chipset offers better gaming and performance experience to users.

Speaking of the optical system, the phone holds a quad-camera framework at the backend with a 50MP ultra-vision shooter, a 16MP cinematic lens, a 12MP telephoto sensor, and an 8MP super zoom camera. On the front side, the phone holds a 16MP mini cam for selfie purposes.

Together, these fascinating elements have exceeded the popularity rate and booking orders of 600,000. Though at this point, Mate X2 fame is at a halt and doesn’t specify any further details. Stay tuned, for more updates.

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HarmonyOS 3.0.0.163 is about new features, optimizations as well as a new security patch to improve the user experience for these 28 Huawei models. The latest update is prioritized right after the stable release of the first batch of Huawei smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches.

Other than version information, the software will bring you optimizations for service widgets in some scenarios, a new moment tab for the gallery app, and installs November 2022 HarmonyOS security patch.

Below you can check all of the models:

1. Mate 40 OCE-AN10
2. Mate 40 Pro NOH-AN00
3. Mate 40 Pro NOH-AN01
4. Mate 40 Pro NOH-AL00/NOH-AL10
5. Mate 40 Pro+ NOP-AN00
6. Mate 40 RS Porsche Design NOP-AN00
7. Mate X2 TET-AN00/TET-AN10
8. Mate X2 TET-AN50
9. Mate X2 4G TET-AL00
10. Mate 40E Pro NOH-AN50
11. P50E ABR-AL60
12. P50E ABR-AL90
13. Mate Xs 2 PAL-AL00
14. Mate Xs 2 PAL-AL00
15. P50 Pocket BAL-AL00/BAL-AL80
16. P50 Pocket BAL-AL00/BAL-AL80
17. P50 ABR-AL00
18. P50 ABR-AL80
19. P50 Pro JAD-AL00
20. P50 Pro JAD-AL80
21. P50 Pro JAD-AL50
22. P50 Pro JAD-AL60
23. Mate 40E OCE-AN50
24. Mate 40E 4G OCE-AL50
25. MatePad 11 WiFi DBY-W09
26. MatePad Pro 12.6 2021 WiFi WGR-W09
27. MatePad Pro 12.6 2021 WiFi WGR-W19
28. MatePad Pro 12.6 2021 5G WGR-AN19

The package weighs around 1.1GB in size and it may relate to most of the listed devices.

System

• Added super transfer hub feature, which can transfer text, pictures, files, and other content.
• After long pressing and dragging into the super transfer hub, you can cross-app, cross-device.
• Drag out multiple pieces of content at a time and share them in batches.
• Optimize the notification prompts in some scenarios.

Service widgets:

• Optimize the service widget feature, add support information application, and improve the user experience.

Gallery:

• The “Moment” tab adds a recommended section, more exciting moments such as edibles and pets.

Safety

• Integrates the November 2022 security patch to enhance system security.

Phone users with HarmonyOS 3, could download this firmware via Settings or the My Huawei app. Furthermore, we suggest you to backup important files and maintain internal memory to store the OTA package.

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Till now, this bumper automation of HarmonyOS 3.0 beta 4 has hit the Mate 40 series and the P50 lineup. Now, it’s time for the folding gadgets to taste new optimizations and a strengthful security patch that fixes more than 66 levels of vulnerabilities.

Yes! 66 fixes. Alternatively, if you are a Huawei Mate X2 smartphone user, you must install the HarmonyOS 3.0 beta 4 update. The update is arriving with the software version 3.0.0.126, upgraded from the 3.0.0.116 build, and carrying size of 1.23GB.

Also, you must have one of the following models in your hands:

• Huawei Mate X2 (TET-AN00/TET-AN10)
• Huawei Mate X2 4G (TET-AL00)
• Huawei Mate X2 Collector’s Edition (TET-AN50)

Why should you install the HarmonyOS 3.0 beta 4?

So far, you would have attained several beta versions of HarmonyOS 3.0. Hence, it’s obvious to think why to install this iteration. Well, the answer is that every beta rollout takes you one step closer to the stable system. Therefore, the company ensures that you as a beta user do not miss any specific build.

Particularly, if we talk about the beta 4 firmware, then the update optimizes the display effect of the home screen and its wallpapers. Further, it makes some alterations regarding the functioning and performance of the device’s system. Also, it improves the memory card and cleaning management in the handset.

So, get set and go to the Settings menu and select the System and Update option. Now, check on the latest software versions, and for the appropriate one, tap on Download and Install tab.

Points to Remember!

• The latest firmware is only available to devices running on the baseline version 3.0.0.116.
• The update will not delete any data, but it’s recommended to take a backup of all the essentials.
•  Being third-party, there are chances that some apps might not function properly after the update. Do not panic, just update those applications to their latest version.
• After the update, the phone may experience heat, freeze, or slow charging. This is normal as the device performs self-adaptation actions. It will recover by itself after a certain period.

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As we all know, the release of the HarmonyOS 3.0 stable version is not so far. And, Huawei has picked up the speed of its beta testing program starting with its flagship devices to the mid-rangers. The firm has brought new optimizations for the Huawei Mate X2 device owners with the new beta of HarmonyOS 3 software.

The firmware update carries a build number 3.0.0.115 upgraded from the 3.0.0.111 build number. The company has brought this beta update to enhance the performance of the foldable.

Adaptable models:

• Huawei Mate X2 (TET-AN00/TET-AN10)
• Huawei Mate X2 (TET-AN50)
• Huawei Mate X2 4G (TET-AL00)

The upgrade adds new optimizations to the previous version of software such as the optimization of the Universal Card function which can be adjusted at will. It makes the desktop more personalized.

With this function, you can quickly edit and view the card by just swiping it up and down, similar sized cards can be combined and assembled in the same holder.

The update has also fixed the issues in the recorder to make it more efficient for the users.

To get the update head on to the Settings menu on your device, then go to the Software & updates section > select Software updates, then click on CHECK FOR UPDATES.

If the update is available then click on Download and install option. Reboot your phone after the installation process.

Here are some points that you need to remember before upgrading:

This update will not erase your data but for safety, purpose back up your important data. Also, a few changes might occur after the installation update like the overheating of the device, or freezing. But need not worry as it will fix in 2-3 days.

Alongside this, if in case you don’t like the changes in the upgraded version then you have an option to roll back to the previous version.

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