Huawei Challenges Apple with Tri-Fold Phone Release Alongside iPhone 16

Huawei's Bold Move Against Apple's iPhone 16

Apple's iPhone 16 launch event falls on a Monday (September 9th) this year, which is a first for the iPhone. Apple routinely holds its mid-September iPhone keynotes on the first Tuesday or Wednesday after Labor Day. This year's event was expected for September 10th, but Apple probably moved it to September 9th to avoid next Tuesday's presidential debate. That's the thing about iPhone launch events. They're the most important attraction in tech every year in September. Most rivals stay away from sharing the spotlight with the iPhone. But this year will be different because one Chinese smartphone vendor is ready to challenge Apple by hosting a product launch on the same day.

The Groundbreaking Tri-Fold Smartphone

Huawei won't just launch a traditional smartphone to take on the iPhone 16. It'll unveil the world's first commercially available tri-fold smartphone. Recently, Tecno unveiled a different tri-fold concept, the Phantom Ultimate 2, which features two hinges and three display sections. When unfolded, it becomes a 10-inch tablet and, when folded, is thinner than the Galaxy Fold 6. However, Tecno's offering is just a concept and won’t be available for purchase.

• Huawei's tri-fold device appeared in leaked images.
• Rumors suggest a launch event at 2:30 PM local time in China.
• The tri-fold handset may have a price tag around $4,000.

Implications for the Smartphone Market

No matter how you look at it, it's clear that Huawei and Apple will unveil new devices on the same day, albeit hours apart. This event not only targets Apple directly but also sends a message to competitors like Samsung. Although Huawei's tri-fold innovation may not rival the iPhone 16 directly, it showcases the company's intent to regain its footing in the global market.