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Leak Points to Huawei Mate XT 2 October Launch With Kirin 9050 Pro and Larger Battery

A lone Weibo tip fuels an unverified report on Huawei’s next tri-fold phone.

Overview

  • Huawei’s Mate XT 2 is tipped for an October debut, with the claim traced to Weibo tipster Hyperdimensional Realm and echoed by Gadgets 360 and Android Headlines, with some reports suggesting a launch alongside the Mate 90 series.
  • The tri-fold device is rumored to run a Kirin 9050 Pro chip that targets faster performance and on-device AI features suited to a screen that opens to tablet size.
  • Camera performance is expected to mirror the Mate X7 series, with earlier reports pointing to a 50-megapixel main sensor plus ultra-wide and telephoto lenses.
  • The battery is said to exceed 6,000mAh, and leaks describe a sturdier hinge designed for a flatter unfolded display, with stylus support also reportedly in the plans.
  • Huawei has not announced the Mate XT 2 or confirmed any of the reported specifications or timing.