Huawei MateBook with 12-inch display launched at MWC 2016

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Huawei has launched the Huawei MateBook, a two-in-one device, at Mobile World Congress 2016. This comes unexpected, since Huawei was never into PCs. But since everybody wants a pie of the convertible devices market share, why should they stay behind?

Huawei MateBook

The MateBook aims to combine the mobility of a smartphone with the productivity of a laptop. The device is made of high-quality aluminium unibody. The MateBook features a strong protective body, and its slim profile and ultra-low weight of just 640 g makes it ideal to take anywhere.

The MateBook is portable and stylish. It is a premium product that perfectly balances mobility, productivity and design. The device features a 6th Generation Intel Core m-series processor in a thin and lightweight fanless design. Built to operate on Windows 10, the MateBook also features Microsoft productivity tools, including Microsoft Edge and Cortana, the digital personal assistant.

The MateBook’s 12-inch IPS multi-touch screen is enhanced by an ultra-narrow frame and a screen-to-body ratio of 84%. The screen boasts a resolution of 2160x1440 pixels and a 160-degree wide angle.

The MateBook keyboard case is made of soft PU leather. The durability of the keyboard case also provides an ideal level of protection. The keyboard features a 1.5 mm keystroke and a chiclet keycap design. The built-in touchpad uses multi-touch technology that supports smooth and precise finger movements.

The MateBook runs on Windows 10. The device offers 4 or 8 GB of LPDDR3 RAM and a SSD with capacity of up to 512 GB. Huawei is able to deliver a fanless design, ensuring zero noise.

Its 33.7 Wh high-density lithium battery provides enough power for nine hours of work, nine consecutive hours of internet use and 29 hours of music playback. The MateBook’s battery can attain a full charge in just two-and-a-half hours. The device can power up to 60% battery strength in just an hour.

The MateBook provides security through the fingerprint recognition feature that supports 360-degree sensitive identification.

The accompanying MatePen stylus offers 2,048 levels of sensitivity. MatePen supports graphics and mathematic functions, and can be used as a laser pointer for delivering presentations.

The MateBook features a Wi-Fi mobile hotspot. Other features include a seamless data transfer capability that allows drag-and-drop document transfer to and from Android smartphones.

The MateBook will be available in Asia, Europe and North America in the coming months and will be available in two color options, viz. grey and gold. The price ranges from $699 (for m3 with 4 GB RAM and 128 GB SSD) to $1,599 (for m7 with 8 GB and 512 GB SSD).

Huawei MateBook specifications


Operating System: Windows 10
Processor: 6th Generation Intel Core m-series
Memory: 4/8 GB RAM
Storage: 128/256/512 GB internal
Display: 12-inch IPS
Resolution (pixels): 2160x1440
Battery: 33.7 Wh
Dimensions (WidthxHeightxDepth): -
Weight: 640 g
Price: $699-$1,599

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