Huawei launches 18-inch foldable laptop and it doesn't run Windows
Huawei has joined the likes of Lenovo, HP and Asus by launching its first ever foldable laptop. Called the Huawei MateBook Fold Ultimate, the foldable laptop comes with an 18-inch display, and it doesn't run Windows. Then what does it run on? It is powered by Huawei's own HarmonyOS 5. And how much does it cost? It starts at Rs 2,85,000 (approximately). advertisementThe MateBook Fold Ultimate is already available for pre-orders in China, where it will go on sale by June 6. There is no information about the device's availability in India yet. We doubt it will even be made available at all. But for context, the Huawei foldable laptop has launched in China in two variants. The 32GB RAM and 1TB storage model is priced at CNY 24,000 (roughly Rs 2,85,000), while the 32GB RAM and 2TB storage version costs CNY 27,000, which is about Rs 3,20,000.Huawei MateBook Fold Ultimate: DisplayDespite its large 18-inch screen, the MateBook Fold Ultimate is touted to be compact. Weighing just 1.16kg, it's lightweight and portable, and measures only 14.9mm when closed. Open it up, and it becomes even slimmer (just 7.3mm) thanks to a clever design that includes a three-layer aluminium structure and an ultra-thin printed circuit board (PCB).advertisementThe MateBook Fold Ultimate can be used in multiple ways. It opens up to 90 degrees to show a virtual keyboard, giving it a traditional laptop feel. Open it completely, and you get a stunning 18-inch OLED display, usable in vertical or horizontal modes. It also comes with a built-in kickstand for hands-free use.The OLED LTPO panel is one of the highlights. When fully opened, it offers a 4:3 aspect ratio at a 3296 x 2472 resolution, and when folded into laptop mode, it switches to a 3:2 ratio with 2472 x 1648 resolution. The screen reaches 1600nits of brightness, features 1440Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort, and is protected by a non-Newtonian fluid layer and carbon fiber support for added durability. Huawei says the panel consumes 30 per cent less power and lasts three times longer than regular OLED screens.Huawei MateBook Fold Ultimate: Design, storage, and moreIf you prefer a physical keyboard, Huawei has included a wireless 5mm-thin keyboard made of aluminium alloy. It offers 1.5mm key travel and weighs just 290g, bringing the total weight with the laptop to 1.45kg.Inside, the device packs 32GB of RAM and comes in 1TB and 2TB SSD options. Huawei has not revealed the chipset powering the device, but cooling is handled by a vapour chamber and two slim fans.The Fold Ultimate is equipped with a 74.69Wh battery, two USB-C ports, six speakers, and four microphones for a versatile setup. Connectivity includes dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2. Huawei is offering the laptop in three colour options with matching textures for the body and wireless keyboard. Each unit comes bundled with the keyboard, carrying cases, a 140W USB-C charger, and cable.
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