Huawei to bring first wide foldable phone ahead of Apple, Samsung

Huawei has taken an early lead in a space where most brands are still experimenting. The company is set to introduce what it calls the first horizontally ‘wide’ foldable phone on April 20th, moving away from the tall or square-style designs we usually see. The device, called the Pura X Max, looks noticeably wider than typical foldables, almost closer to a small tablet than a regular smartphone when opened. Also Read: JioCarSync brings wireless Android Auto, Apple CarPlay to wired systems: Price, features, how it works

Most foldable phones today follow a similar pattern. You open them and get a near-square display. However, Huawei is trying something else here, a wider aspect ratio, which changes how the screen feels in daily use. From the images shared so far, the phone appears shorter in height but stretched sideways. That may sound like a small tweak, but it actually changes things like how videos fit on screen, how apps scale or how comfortable it feels for reading/browsing. Also Read: iPhone 18 Pro CAD leak shows subtle update with smaller Dynamic Island

There are some pros too

That said, a wider phone also brings its own set of questions. A broader body can feel bulkier in hand, especially for one-handed use. So while it may be better for media consumption, it may not be as easy to carry or use compared to slimmer foldables. This is something that will only become clear once people actually start using it. Also Read: iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro users may get compensation in $250 Million settlement case; Who are eligible?

Huawei hasn’t revealed full specifications yet, but a few details are visible: a triple rear camera setup, minimal crease in the fold, and multiple colour options like white, orange, and purple. The tech giant is expected to share more details soon, but pre-orders in China have already started.

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Apple and Samsung are in line

What makes this launch more interesting is the timing. Both Apple and Samsung are also said to be working on wide-style foldables, but Huawei has managed to bring one first. Even Apple’s first-ever foldable, which is expected to debut in September, is said to bring a similar wide-look.