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Syyaha
2 days ago
- Business
- Syyaha
Huawei and Emirates Collaborate to Launch HarmonyOS 5 Smartwatch App, Ushering in a New Era of Seamless, Smart Travel
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 29, 2025 — In a significant step towards redefining the digital travel experience, Huawei and Emirates have announced the global launch of Emirates' HarmonyOS 5 smartwatch app. The launch underscores the close collaboration between the tech giant and the world's largest international airline, reinforcing their shared commitment to innovation, customer-centric technology, and enhanced travel convenience, particularly for the Chinese market. Following the MoU renewal between both parties at the 2025 Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, Emirates becomes one of the first global airline brands to integrate its services with Huawei's next-generation HarmonyOS 5 operating system. This move marks a pivotal milestone in the partnership between two global leaders, reflecting a shared ambition to elevate the travel experience through connected, intelligent solutions. The new Emirates HarmonyOS 5 smartwatch app is designed to make travel planning and in-flight services more intuitive. From real-time flight updates and itinerary overviews to mobile boarding pass, the app allows Huawei smartwatch users to seamlessly access Emirates services at a glance. Integrated directly into Huawei's device ecosystem, the app benefits from HarmonyOS 5 Services, delivering instant access, seamless cross-device continuity, and an AI-enhanced user experience — all without needing to open or download third-party applications. 'Partnering with Emirates is a testament to our commitment to revolutionizing the digital landscape,' said Mr. William Hu, Managing Director of the Consumer Business Group for Middle East and Africa Eco Development and Operation 'The launch of the Emirates smartwatch app on HarmonyOS 5 is a milestone in delivering smart, personalized, and immersive travel experiences. By combining Huawei's technological innovation with Emirates' premium customer service, we are redefining how users engage with global travel brands—right from their wrists.' 'Huawei's expertise in building seamless smart ecosystems enables Emirates to connect with travelers across key markets, particularly China, in powerful new ways,' added Orhan Abbas, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (Far East) at Emirates. 'With the new Emirates smartwatch app on HarmonyOS 5, we are enhancing real-time engagement and unlocking smarter, more personalized journeys for our customers, further strengthening our global reach and service excellence.' The collaboration also includes joint efforts to enhance and optimize the Emirates App on HUAWEI AppGallery to ensure improved performance and stability across all Huawei smart devices, co-promote key campaigns such as Emirates' upcoming route launches to Shenzhen and Hangzhou in July to amplify reach within the Chinese market, and develop co-created content and integrated marketing initiatives tailored to digitally savvy travelers across the MENA region and mainland China. Available now on Huawei smartwatches, the Emirates app serves as a seamless extension of the airline's digital services, offering a tailored experience built for convenience and real-time engagement. This launch marks yet another milestone in Emirates and Huawei's groundbreaking collaboration, reaffirming their commitment to future-forward travel experiences powered by AI, ecosystem synergy, and data-driven innovation.
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Business Standard
20-05-2025
- Business Standard
Huawei launches sleek MateBook Fold laptop with foldable all-screen design
China's Huawei has launched its new MateBook Fold, a sleek laptop with a foldable display, in its home country. According to the company, the laptop is just 7.3mm thick when unfolded and 14.9mm when folded. It features a flexible 18-inch OLED display fitted in the size of a 13-inch laptop. It boots on HarmonyOS 5 and will be shipped with 32GB RAM and 2TB of SSD storage. The Huawei MateBook Fold starts in China at a price of CNY 23,999. Huawei MateBook Fold Extraordinary Master: Details The new Huawei MateBook Fold features an innovative double-layer OLED flexible display capable of transitioning between two form factors—unfolded at 18 inches and folded at 13 inches. The screen supports a 92 per cent screen-to-body ratio and boasts a high resolution of 3296 x 2472 when unfolded. The folded resolution drops slightly to 2472 x 1648. With support for HDR, peak brightness reaches 1,600 nits, and the panel also comes with TUV Rheinland certification. Audio is handled by a combination of three 2W speakers and three 1W speakers, enhanced by Huawei Sound technology for an improved acoustic experience. For video calls and selfies, the laptop features an 8-megapixel front-facing camera. It comes with 32GB RAM and 1TB of solid-state storage. Powering the laptop is a 74.69Wh lithium polymer battery (6,400mAh), which supports Huawei's 140W Super Fast Charging via the included power adaptor. Regarding the build, the new MateBook Fold has a lightweight body weighing approximately 1.16 kg, excluding the keyboard, which itself weighs around 0.29 kg. Huawei MateBook Fold Extraordinary Master: Specifications Display: 18-inch double-layer OLED when unfolded, 13-inch when folded, resolution of 3296 × 2472 (unfolded) and 2472 × 1648 (folded), 92 per cent screen-to-body ratio, HDR support, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 certified, 1600 nits peak brightness Operating System: HarmonyOS 5 RAM: 32GB Storage: 1TB SSD Webcam: 8MP front-facing camera. Battery and Charging: 74.69Wh lithium polymer battery, supports 140W Huawei Super Fast Charging Dimensions: 382.5 × 288.5 × 7.6mm (unfolded), 288.5 × 193.7 × 14.9mm (folded). Weight: 1.16kg (excluding keyboard), 0.29kg (keyboard)
The Verge
19-05-2025
- The Verge
Huawei's new foldable laptop might be the thinnest yet
Huawei just launched a super sleek folding laptop that might be as thin as your phone. The MateBook Fold, which consists of a single OLED display, is just 7.3mm (~0.3 inches) thick when unfolded and 14.9mm (~0.6 inches) when closed, as spotted earlier by Android Headlines. To compare, Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Fold measures 8.6mm (0.34 inches) thick unfolded and 17.4mm (0.68 inches) when folded. But unlike Lenovo's device, the MateBook Fold is only available in China for now, with a price of around $3,300. The MateBook Fold's 18-inch display folds at a 90-degree angle to form a 13-inch upper screen, mimicking a traditional laptop with a digital keyboard instead of a physical one. The device weighs just 1.16kg (~2.6lbs), with its tandem OLED offering a 3.3K (3296 x 2472) resolution and a peak brightness of up to 1600 nits. The laptop also comes with up to 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage. This also marks the debut of Huawei's in-house operating system, called HarmonyOS 5, on PC. Huawei first launched HarmonyOS on Android, but it has since brought its operating system to PCs after losing access to Microsoft Windows in March due to US sanctions. In addition to coming with the MateBook Fold, the system is available on the new MateBook Pro as well.
Arabian Post
19-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Huawei Unveils HarmonyOS Laptops, Signalling Shift from Western Tech
Huawei has launched its first laptops powered by its proprietary HarmonyOS 5, marking a significant move away from reliance on U.S. technologies. The newly introduced MateBook Fold and MateBook Pro models aim to challenge the dominance of Microsoft's Windows and Apple's macOS in the global PC market. The MateBook Fold, priced at 23,999 yuan , features an 18-inch OLED foldable screen without a physical keyboard, catering to users seeking a versatile, tablet-like experience. In contrast, the MateBook Pro, starting at 7,999 yuan, offers a traditional laptop design with a physical keyboard, targeting professionals and everyday users. Both models run on HarmonyOS 5, an operating system Huawei began developing in 2015 and first introduced on its smartphones in 2020. HarmonyOS 5 is designed to provide seamless integration across Huawei's ecosystem of devices, including smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches. The operating system boasts over 150 native applications, such as WPS Office and Meitu's Xiu Xiu photo editing app, offering alternatives to popular Western software. Huawei reports that HarmonyOS is now installed on over a billion devices globally, with more than 7.2 million developers contributing to its app ecosystem. The launch of HarmonyOS-powered laptops comes in response to U.S. sanctions imposed in 2019, which restricted Huawei's access to critical technologies from companies like Intel and Qualcomm. These sanctions prompted Huawei to accelerate the development of its own chips and operating systems to reduce dependency on foreign technology. While Huawei has not disclosed the specific processors used in the new laptops, industry observers speculate that the devices may be powered by the company's in-house Kirin X90 chip, designed to meet China's national cryptography standards. See also Oman Deepens AI Investment to Propel Digital Economy Security and privacy are central to HarmonyOS 5, which features Huawei's StarShield security architecture. The operating system includes real-name developer authentication, app store signature verification, and strict permissions for screen recording and screenshots. A 'super privacy mode' disables the camera, microphone, and location access system-wide, and chip-level full-disk encryption ensures that data remains secure even if the hard drive is removed. HarmonyOS 5 also introduces advanced artificial intelligence capabilities through Huawei's virtual assistant, Celia. Built on the company's proprietary Pangu large language model, Celia can perform tasks such as summarizing documents, preparing presentation slides, and retrieving information from local files. The AI assistant is integrated across the operating system, providing contextual understanding and personalized services based on user behavior. The debut of HarmonyOS laptops is seen as a milestone in China's efforts to achieve technological self-sufficiency. Analysts suggest that the move could reduce reliance on Western operating systems and enhance the resilience of China's PC industry against external uncertainties. However, the success of HarmonyOS in the global market may depend on the expansion of its app ecosystem and the operating system's ability to meet the diverse needs of international users. Huawei's focus on the Chinese market is evident, with the HarmonyOS laptops currently available exclusively in China. By concentrating on its home market, Huawei aims to refine the HarmonyOS experience and build a strong user base before considering international expansion. This strategic approach allows the company to address specific needs and preferences of Chinese users while strengthening its position in a key market.
