Huawei to Release MatePad Mini, a Super Premium Tablet of Compact Size, on September 4 Launch
With the announcement of the MatePad Mini, Huawei is officially venturing into the compact premium tablet segment. Set to launch on September 4, it is vying directly against other high-end small offerings, such as Apple's iPad Mini, in bolstering the competition in this space.
Details of the Official Launch Event
Confirmation was by an official post on Huawei's Weibo page, "A different Mini, a super-Mini. See you on September 4th" This event will also platform other notable products, including the new Huawei Smart Screen Mate TV and the Mate XTs, Hernandez's second generation of tri-folding smartphones.
What Lies Ahead with MatePad Mini
While the official specifications are still pending, company executive He Gang has described it as a "flagship small tablet," thus confirming its high-end positioning. Meanwhile, the popular leakers such as WhyLab and Digital Chat Station managed to come up with a clearer picture of possible features:
- Display: 8.8-inch OLED screen .
- Processor: Kirin 9-series chipset.
- Connectivity: An option for 5G cellular connectivity.
- Colors: Expected to be available in three colorways: Snow White, Spruce Green, and Obsidian Black.
Market Context
This launches the MatePad Mini in Huawei positioning for a fraction of what is fast-becoming a growing share of a market that is chiefly well-served by high-performance small tablets, such as RedMagic Astra, Redmi K Pad, and the like.
