Huawei unveils MatePad Pro 12.2" with PaperMatte display, Freebuds 6 go global
Huawei held an event today to showcase its latest wearables. Alongside those we saw the announcement of a new tablet and the international release of another set of TWS earbuds.
The tablet is called MatePad Pro 12.2" and is a natural evolution from the 2024 version launched last summer. It has a PaperMatte display with a Tandem OLED panel underneath, but it retains the same 508g body, 10,100 mAh battery and 100W wired charging.
The earbuds are the Freebuds 6, available in China since March 2025. They offer AI noise cancelling and a redesigned audio driver for clearer output.
As the name suggests, the MatePad Pro has a 12.2" screen. It has a resolution of 2,800 x 1840 pixels and upgrades to 3,000 nits peak brightness. Thanks to the PaperMatte display technology, the tablet significantly reduces glare and reflection.
The tablet still has a dual camera setup on the back, with a 50 MP main snapper and an 8 MP ultrawide camera for those unusual moments when you have to take a group photo with a 12-inch slate.
Huawei generally does not talk about its chipsets, so we can only assume it runs on the Kirin 9000S platform - we have nothing official. The tablet does come with EMUI on the international market, but interestingly, it is not available in China, so we don't know whether it runs Huawei's self-developed HarmonyOS Next.
Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2" comes bundled with a magnetic keyboard. The 12/256 GB version is €849.99 (not available in the UK), while the 12/512 GB variant, which is the only one with the PaperMatte display, is £899.99/€999.99.
The Freebuds 6 have the unique waterdrop-shaped (they call it droplet) stem, which is 12% smaller and 9% lighter than the predecessor. Huawei is now using AI for multi-channel noise reduction, and can filter up to 95 dB of unwanted noise.
The company advertised a feature first implemented in the Freebuds Pro 4 - the ability to have a clear call while in a noisy environment, like a loud concert or a sports game. The Freebuds 6 has an AI agent in China, which is disabled in the international units.
The price of Huawei Freebuds 6 is £139.99/€159.99. The audio wearables are already available on the Huawei Store.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
GSM Arena
a day ago
- GSM Arena
Weekly poll results: Huawei Pura 80 Ultra is a hit, no Google services is still a concern
Lack of Google Play Services is still a concern for many, but last week's poll shows that Huawei has not lost its mojo – the new Pura 80 Ultra in particular is a highly desirable phone. That said, it may be out of reach for many, literally or figuratively. The Huawei Pura 80 Ultra received a very warm welcome. If Huawei was still using Google-connected Android, this could have been one of the best selling premium phones of the year. It's not just Google Play access, though. When Huawei was embargoed by the US, it had to shrink its global distribution network and it still hasn't recovered. There was a debate over the overcomplicated telephoto camera – many felt that Huawei could have been clearer about that in its marketing. The camera offers a choice of 3.7x and 9.4x zoom, but it can't do full resolution shots at the longer focal length. The large 1/1.28' 50MP sensor is usable in full at 3.7x, but does a 2x crop when in 9.4x mode, which limits the resolution to 12.5MP. The Huawei Pura 80 Pro and Pro+ differ mainly in the more advanced satellite messaging support for the latter. And yet the Pura 80 Pro+ was the clear favorite between the two – it goes to show that satellite messaging will be an increasingly more important feature going forward. Anyway, neither Pro model was as popular as the Ultra, but they did alright. Finally, the vanilla Huawei Pura 80 got a surprising number of votes – we're used to seeing the vanilla model get the cold shoulder (it does have the advantage of not splitting the votes, unlike the Pro and Pro+). The usual considerations apply for the whole Pura 80 family. Some mentioned that apps like GBox can act as a replacement for Google Play Services and will allow you to run Google apps (and other apps that rely on Google APIs). Still, if any issues occur, you'd be on your own. That applies to warranty too – if you import a Pura 80, repairs and servicing will be difficult. And last but not least, 5G band support is an issue in some regions. Even with all that said, there is a good reason why Huawei was the biggest smartphone maker in the world for a bit. And phones like the Pura 80 family are a good reminder of that. If you are not deterred by the lack of Google services, mark July 10 on your calendar - that is the date of the global launch of the Huawei Mate 80 series. We are not sure whether all four models will be available (the Pro+ is a long shot). Also, we haven't seen any ads in the EU - but fans in South America, Africa and Asia can look forward to the new camera flagships.
Phone Arena
3 days ago
- Phone Arena
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, Fold 7, and tri-fold availability leaked
Samsung is going to unveil its new Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 foldable smartphones next month, alongside a possible Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. Availability for these phones will start shortly after, though the tri-foldable — possibly named Galaxy G Fold — will be available for purchase a little later in the year. Leaked Galaxy Z Fold 7 render. | Image credit — Evan Blass According to a report ( translated source ), the Flip 7 and Fold 7 will become available to the general public in August, approximately one month after their announcement. Samsung will be holding a Galaxy Unpacked event in New York City on July 9, where these phones will be shown off. The Flip 7 FE, though not directly named in the leak, will most likely also become available in August after being announced in July. Samsung has promised its most advanced foldable yet, and from leaks we can see that the Fold 7 makes the Fold 6 look ancient. Samsung's tri-fold will directly challenge the Huawei Mate XT. | Video credit — Huawei The tri-fold, which will see a very limited release in a select few markets, will also be unveiled in July, alongside the Flip 7 and Fold 7 . However, though there isn't a confirmed date just yet, the report estimates that this phone will become available in tracks with Samsung's plans to launch it this year shortly after its other foldables, before moving on to a wider launch around the globe if it sells well. The G Fold will only see around 200,000 units manufactured for now, as Samsung has very subdued sales expectations due to the cost. According to the multiple reports we've seen till now, the Fold 7 is shaping up to be a massive leap over its predecessor. The only aspect I can complain about is the battery, which is expected to be the same 4,400 mAh as the Fold 6. It will also only charge at 25W when wired, another somewhat disappointing remnant that desperately needs an upgrade. However, seeing rival offerings like the Oppo Find N5 and the Honor Magic V5, I think it's about time Samsung caught up. Coupled with the long-term software support ( seven years ) and people's preference for One UI, Samsung could be looking at a winner here. The Fold 7 may even reverse the foldable industry's decline, though that may just be wishful thinking. If you were looking for the most advanced foldable on the market, you'd probably still do well with the aforementioned Find N5 and Magic V5. But if software support is important to you, the Fold 7 or the G Fold are your best bet. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Phone Arena
4 days ago
- Phone Arena
Can Samsung come on top of Huawei with the Galaxy G Fold tri-fold?
Huawei, baby. – You, outraged at my shenanigans. True that: I really do find the Oppo Find N5 – the virtual successor to the OG masterpiece OnePlus Open (OnePlus and Oppo are joined at the hip, their devices share components more often than not) – to be an amazing piece of technology. People are astonished by its 4.2mm thin (when unfolded) chassis, but I don't care that much about super thin phones. The Oppo Find N5. | Image by PhoneArena Instead, I'm fascinated by the Find N5's extreme toughness and fierce elegance, its potent chipset (inside, there's the top-shelf Snapdragon 8 Elite silicon), its 5,600 mAh battery (hey, that's more than what my non-folding flagship's cell offers) and its overall performance: reliable, premium, incredibly cool. But, at the end of the day, I don't need it. Did you see that? Did you see what I just did? I praised a phone, I explained how thrilled I'm with its specs, I almost said how it's second to none in my heart. And yet, I said: no, thank you, I will not buy you. I'm a stable person who makes the correct financial decision. The ability to refrain yourself from buying things just because you happen to like them very much is great, and I do recommend meditating on it. As I said, because they have what nobody else has: the Huawei Pura X. That's a foldable, but unlike anything else you've seen: Image by PhoneArena See?That's a flip-style phone that opens sideways to a 16:10 aspect ratio, 6.3-inch display. So clever. So you accuse me of not getting the Huawei Pura X right – and you'll be right, up to a point – let me assure you: I'm aware of the Pura X's shortcomings. That's not a standard phone, software-focused speaking. It comes on Huawei's own Harmony Next OS, so it doesn't support Android and iOS apps that people outside of China generally use. The phone itself will probably never be released outside its home country. Why, then, do I see it as a better option for me and my needs compared to the Oppo Find N5, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, or Motorola's cool Razr models? It's because of that 16:10 aspect ratio and the clamshell form factor. Being a flip phone, the Pura X offers me far better pocketability, while providing a large – both tall and wide – inner display.I like large displays: say, you've just come back from an exotic trip and you want to show some pictures and videos to your friends. A regular non-folding phone – even if it's a 6.8-inch beast – just doesn't cut it. Being a slab, candy bar-like device, the non-folding phone comes with a far narrower display and those wonderful photos you've captured just can't be seen that well on such a small a laptop or a tablet is out of the question, as I hate backpacks, bags, purses – I have pockets, thank you very much. Enter the Huawei Pura X.I don't intend on using it as anything more than a cool, large, foldable extra display to watch (and edit – why not?) photos and videos. An extra phone that doesn't take extra space in my pockets. – You, outraged at me once again. Hey, that's your money, remember? Joking aside, book style foldables are a great option as well, but they do take much more space (when folded) than a clamshell one. That's precisely why I won't be getting a book style foldable any time soon. Plus, they're twice (or more) as expensive, so… far, no foldable can come close to the camera power of dedicated camera-centric flagships like the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the Oppo Find X8 Ultra. And since I value cameras above all in a smartphone, that kind of explains why I'm not getting the Pura X or the Oppo Find N5 (expensive or not) for a daily as great as the Pura X is, I can't deny that Samsung could very well make Huawei sweat in some months time precisely on the foldable a point in the future, many of us will rock tri-foldables like this one: Image by PhoneArena So far, this is the only commercially available tri-fold on the market, the Huawei Mate XT. It's a fascinating device that has its share of shortcomings, but its debut is now written in history. Apple and Samsung are also reportedly developing tri-folds of their own. Recently, I argued that while Samsung's tri-fold seems flawed, at least it's innovation (even if it's a Huawei comeback). Now, it seems that Samsung is on the right track and could very well produce a tri-fold of its own that could enchant many. The latest report hints at such a possibility: Samsung Galaxy tri-foldable's RAM and processor leak Samsung's upcoming Galaxy G Fold is shaping up to be one of the company's most ambitious and impressive smartphones to date. As a tri-foldable device, it could represent a major leap forward in design and engineering – yeah, it should come months after Huawei's revolutionary Mate XT, but it's still should set the Galaxy G Fold apart is its powerful hardware. Unlike the Galaxy S25 series, which continues to ship with 12 GB of RAM, the G Fold is expected to come with 16 GB of RAM as standard. It's said to run exclusively on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and this piece of silicon is a beast on its own. Much better than the Kirin chipset in the Mate XT. While the G Fold's innovative design and premium specs (judging from rumors right now) mark it as a standout device, it's not without trade-offs. Battery capacity and charging speeds could remain a weak point, echoing the same limitations seen in Samsung's other foldables. The phone may feature a 4,400 mAh battery – relatively small given its size – and will likely charge slowly compared to other flagship phones. Image by PhoneArena I really hope this 4,400 mAh rumor doesn't hold true, because it would be a shame, so to say. Come on, Samsung, 5,000 mAh is not that hard of a task! The original Mate XT packs a 5,600 mAh cell, albeit with an inferior Kirin chipset that's not as power-efficient as the Snapdragon 8 Elite. But, in the end, the reality is that the majority of people (outside of China) will probably go with the Samsung tri-fold – even if it has a 4,400 mAh. The well-known Galaxy and One UI ecosystem, the unlimited access to the whole plethora of Google services (yeah, the Mate XT doesn't fully support those), and the peace of mind that you're getting a Samsung (some people are actually afraid of getting "exotic" brands"): these are major selling points. The upcoming One UI 8 is designed precisely with foldables in mind – system animations and screen elements should look amazing on all Galaxy almost sees like a clear win for the upcoming Galaxy G Fold (minus the battery). Unless the upcoming Huawei Mate XT 2 turns out to be a beast out of this world. The plot thickens, ladies and gentlemen.
