HUAWEI Mate X6 blends fashion and function in a foldable that works beautifully
Whether you're shifting between meetings, errands or quick getaways, the HUAWEI Mate X6 adapts with confidence and ease. This is everyday elegance with powerful purpose.
A design that matches your sense of style
The Mate X6 is more than just a phone. It is a carefully crafted object that reflects modern taste. The Orbit Ring camera housing is inspired by the stars, while each finish has its own distinctive look and feel. The Nebula Grey version features a shimmering vegan fibre made from aerospace-grade glass and materials found in bulletproof vests. It is both durable and smooth to the touch.
For a more classic look, the Black and Nebula Red editions are finished in ultra-thin soft leather. Elegant, timeless and tactile.
Even with its dual OLED screens, robust hinge and advanced camera system, the HUAWEI Mate X6 stays slim and easy to carry. Folded, it is just 9.85 millimetres thick. When opened, it becomes a spacious 7.93-inch display ready for creativity, content or calls.
Smart enough to handle everything you do
Your phone needs to keep up with your lifestyle. The HUAWEI Mate X6 does that with flair. From video calls to voice notes, shopping to socials, it manages your day with ease and elegance.
When opened, it gives you the space to multitask. You can run three apps simultaneously, drag and resize them as needed and move between tasks without losing your place. Need to book a trip? Chat with friends, browse flights and confirm your booking all on one screen. Planning a celebration? Curate the mood, check trends and send invites without missing a beat.
With EMUI 15, the experience is intuitive and fluid. There is even a playful side. The Emoji Crush lock screen responds with animated 3D emojis that change based on your actions, adding a moment of fun each time you unlock your device.
A camera and screen that capture life beautifully
Style is nothing without substance. The HUAWEI Mate X6 delivers on both. The Ultra Chroma Camera system includes 1.5 million spectral channels to boost colour accuracy by 120 percent. From subtle skin tones to bold sunsets, your photos look true to life and always flattering.
A telephoto macro lens allows for close-ups as near as five centimetres or distant shots using periscope zoom. You can go from landscapes to jewellery details without changing a thing. The 50 megapixel main camera gives you ten adjustable aperture settings for total creative control.
The 6.45-inch outer display and 7.93-inch inner display both offer OLED clarity with vibrant colours. Brightness peaks at 2500 nits for outdoor use and 1800 nits indoors. Adaptive refresh rates between 1 and 120 hertz help balance smooth performance with power efficiency.
The foldable that fits your life (and style)
The HUAWEI Mate X6 is not just smart and stylish. It is dependable, refined and ready to support everything you do. This is a phone that adapts to your lifestyle while standing out for all the right reasons.
Experience the HUAWEI Mate X6 and elevate your every day
The HUAWEI Mate X6 will be available from 10 June for R44,999 at Huawei Experience Stores and online. You can also get it from Vodacom, MTN or Telkom for R1399 per month over 36 months. That is a saving of R7,200. DM
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