Gadgets
HUAWEI Launches the nova 11 Series in the UAE
Huawei has launched the innovative HUAWEI nova 11 Series, a bold and stylish line made with portrait photography in mind. Catering to a younger market, the phone offers a smarter, more convenient user experience, making a significant splash in the nova Star universe. Building on the nova brand’s legacy, the nova 11 Series introduces XD Portrait and an upgraded HUAWEI Multi-Vision Photography, capturing extraordinary portraits. The Super Star Orbit Ring design flawlessly incorporates aesthetics into the lenses. The ultra-durable Kunlun Glass ensures ultimate reliability, while combined with SuperCharge Turbo, the phone provides a smoother, smarter, and more secure experience.
The HUAWEI nova 11 Pro is available in Green and Black premium nova Monogram Vegan Leather designs for AED2,399 and the HUAWEI nova 11 is available in Green, Black and Gold for AED1,899, with pre-orders in the UAE starting on June 9th with gifts worth of AED598 including HUAWEI Watch Fit. While the HUAWEI nova 11i in Mint Green and Starry Back priced at AED949 is available in the UAE starting June 9th with gifts worth of AED378 including HUAWEI FreeBuds SE. All new HUAWEI nova 11 series is available from Huawei’s e-shop, Huawei Experience Stores and across select retailers in the UAE.
The nova 11 Series includes two models: the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro and nova 11. The nova 11 Pro, with a 6.78-inch 120 Hz OLED Flawless OLED Curved Display, featuring a 66° golden bending angle, brings a snug grip experience. It boasts a 10x stronger drop resistance capability than the nova 10 Pro, thanks to the customised Kunlun Glass screen. The nova 11 features the unprecedented HUAWEI nova Architecture; its lightweight processing and 3D stacking technology reducing the weight and thickness of the phone for added compactness. The HUAWEI nova 11 is incredibly slim and light, with a thickness of just 6.88 mm and weighing only 168 g. It comes with a 6.7-inch Flawless OLED Flat-Edge Display with extremely narrow bezels, realising a high screen-to-body ratio of 93.4%.
The nova 11 Series integrates youthful vitality and personality into its design concept, establishing itself as a benchmark in phone fashion. The HUAWEI nova 11 Series chooses the Colour No. 11, as the main colour to integrate the vitality and personality of young people into the design concept, creating a unique visual impact of fashion. The vigorous green of the Colour No.11 conveys the confidence and optimistic life attitude of Gen Z.
The Colour No. 11 on the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro features the first-ever nova Monogram Vegan Leather Design. After hundreds of iterations, repeated mould adjustments, and temperature and pressure tests, the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro achieved the optimal embossing depth and arrangement density. This perfectly fits between the vegan leather and the middle frame, delivering a comforting touch and feel, along with high drop and wear resistance. The lychee grain pattern, popular among young people, adorns the rear cover through multi-element integration, giving nova users a sense of belonging. The Green nova monogram design is truly a sight to behold.
Besides Colour No.11, the series comes in Black and Gold. The Black version of the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro also features the nova Monogram Vegan Leather Design. The nova 11 Series upgraded imaging technologies to provide an extraordinary portrait-taking experience. For the first time, the nova 11 Series adopts XD Portrait to bring out every detail of portrait shots. With low-light portrait enhancement technology, it captures and displays richer details and more authentic colours even in poorly lit environments, carefully retaining natural skin texture and tone.
The nova 11 Pro takes advantage of the upgraded HUAWEI Multi-Vision Photography, featuring a 60 MP Ultra Portrait Dual Camera with a 100-degree ultra-wide-angle, a 1/2.61-inch sensor that supports 4K image quality, and excellent resolution and light sensitivity. The 8 MP Close-up Portrait Front Camera supports 2x optical zoom and up to 5x digital zoom, including 0.7x for group photos, 1x for HD selfies, 2x for textured portraits, and 5x for makeup close-ups.
Making its first appearance in the nova Series, Kunlun Glass massively improves the robustness of the glass through enhanced injection of composite ions, generating hundreds of millions of nanometer crystals. As a result, the drop resistance of the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro is ten times better than the nova 10 Pro, making it even more reliable. The Kunlun Glass is the first to receive a five-star glass drop resistance certification from Switzerland’s SGS.
The HUAWEI nova 11 Series, equipped with a 4500 mAh ultra-large battery with single-cell and multi-tab technologies, ensures long-lasting power. The nova 11 Pro supports HUAWEI 100 W SuperCharge Turbo, allowing the device to be charged to 60% in 10 minutes and fully charged in 20 minutes with the screen off. When the screen is on when the phone is used for viewing short videos, charging to 50% takes only 15 minutes, helping users overcome low battery anxiety. The HUAWEI nova 11 features 66 W HUAWEI SuperCharge and Turbocharging modes.
The nova 11 Pro and nova 11 boast a 50 MP Ultra Vision Camera with a 50 MP RYYB Ultra Vision imaging unit and an 8 MP Ultra-Wide Macro Camera, ideal for capturing fantastic photos. There is also the Laser Focus Sensor that supports autofocus, helping to quickly capture the subject. The RYYB Colour Filter Array increases the amount of light entering the camera by 40% compared with the RGGB array, boosting image clarity and detail in the dark. The brand-new environment spectrum collection system ensures vivid and accurately restored colours, allowing users to experience the world’s true colours as never before, thanks to the 10-Channel Colour Temperature Sensor.
Gadgets
HUAWEI Launches WATCH GT 5 Series, WATCH D2, WATCH Ultimate Green, MatePad Pro 12.2-inch and MatePad 12 X
HUAWEI has launched a series of new gadgets at its Innovative Product Launch event in Barcelona, Spain. The company introduced a range of highly anticipated products, highlighting its ‘Fashion Forward’ approach to wearables. The new wearables lineup includes the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series, HUAWEI WATCH D2, and the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate Green. Additionally, Huawei unveiled the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch and HUAWEI MatePad 12 X—brand-new tablets offering advanced technologies for enhanced productivity and seamless connectivity. To provide a worry-free experience, Huawei is offering the HUAWEI Care+ Service, which can be purchased alongside the new devices.
HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2”: Brighter, Lighter, and Ready to Replace Your Laptop
Alex Huang, Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Consumer BG, emphasised the brand’s global impact and commitment to innovation. “We aim to bring innovative products that offer consumers a unique blend of fashion and creativity,” said Alex. “By inspiring our users, Huawei strives to create a more connected and heartwarming world where technology enhances daily living and brings people closer together.”
HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series
The HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series elevates smartwatch fashion with sharp, geometric designs and premium materials. Boasting IP69K certification for water and corrosion resistance, the series is built for durability. It’s available in two editions—HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Pro and HUAWEI WATCH GT 5—with three sizes and 12 colourways. The 46mm version features an iconic octagonal dial, a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, and durable materials like sapphire glass and titanium. The sleeker 42mm version offers a nano-ceramic build with gold accents and a 1.32-inch AMOLED screen. The HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series provides the sleek 41mm and a larger 46mm options. Unlike the Pros, these are constructed with durable stainless steel.
The HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series introduces a major leap in health and fitness tracking with the debut of the HUAWEI TruSense System. It now leads the industry in tracking vital signs such as heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and respiratory rate. The new Emotional Wellbeing Assistant allows the watch to infer the user’s emotional state. The battery life remains impressive, boasting up to 14 days on the 46mm model and 7 days on the 41mm version. The watch is compatible with Android and iOS smartphones.
HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series will be available in UAE on September 26thwith pre-orders starting on September 19th price from 899 AED from Huawei’s online platforms as well as certified retailers.
HUAWEI WATCH D2
The HUAWEI WATCH D2 is the successor to the HUAWEI WATCH D, which brought blood pressure monitoring to the wrist. The new watch introduces Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM), offering 24-hour blood pressure tracking throughout a full sleep-wake cycle. For individuals with hypertension, the watch helps identify their blood pressure circadian rhythms and detect abnormal nighttime blood pressure decline rates. For those without hypertension, the watch can help assess their risk.
The HUAWEI WATCH D2 also offers comprehensive health monitoring capabilities, including heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen, stress, skin temperature, ECG, vascular elasticity, pulse wave arrhythmia, and sleep apnea detection. With a single tap, users can measure nine body indicators and generate a Health Glance report to identify potential health risks. In terms of design, the HUAWEI WATCH D2 features a glossy mirror bezel and a rotating crown that exudes a premium feel.
HUAWEI WATCH D2 will be available in UAE on October 14th at AED 1599 from Huawei’s online platforms as well as certified retailers. Subscribe now and get an early bird voucher worth AED 150.
HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate Green Edition
HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate introduces the new Advanced Golf Course Features and the enhanced Expedition Mode, along with a new green edition. The new green edition brings an exclusive dual-colour nano-tech ceramic bezel, crafted through a highly complex manufacturing process. As Huawei’s ultimate luxury smartwatch, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate boasts a Zirconium-based liquid metal body and a high-strength sapphire glass cover, ensuring maximum durability and wear resistance. Additionally, it offers a 100-meter diving mode with audio functions.
HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate will be available in UAE on October 14th at AED 2999 from Huawei’s online platforms as well as certified retailers. Subscribe now and get an early bird voucher worth AED 300.
HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2
The new HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” features an innovative Tandem OLED PaperMatte screen capable of reaching an astounding 2000 nits of brightness. It delivers stunning HDR visuals, ensuring lifelike colours even in bright sunlight. This display incorporates cutting-edge anti-sparkle and nanoscale anti-glare etching technologies, alongside magnetron nano optical layers to reduce light interference and glare offering a paper-like viewing. The all-new HUAWEI Glide Keyboard offers integrated stylus storage and charging, with a magnetic hinge for easy mode switching. Built with anti-stain materials, it resists coffee spills, oil, and lipstick smudges.
The GoPaint app on the new tablet introduces Splatter and Fluid brushes, delivering pro-level tools for digital painting. The MatePad Pro 12.2” comes in a stunning Golden Silk rear cover that redefines artistry in gadget design. HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” will be available in UAE on October 3rd with pre-orders starting on September 26th at AED 2999 from Huawei’s online platforms as well as certified retailers.
HUAWEI MatePad 12 X
The HUAWEI MatePad 12 X is an elegant-looking tablet Available in three beautiful pastel colours—Greenery, Sakura Pink, and White. They all have a unique metallic white lustre, adding a refined aesthetic touch. Designed for young professionals, its 12-inch PaperMatte Display simulates the texture of paper using nano-level etching making it the most suitable screen for paperless creation. Paired with the HUAWEI M-Pencil, it delivers a writing experience that feels natural, improving precision by 47% compared with traditional tablets.
The HUAWEI MatePad 12 X also comes with Huawei Notes, a professional note-taking app designed by Huawei for seamless, paperless creation, making it the perfect tool for creativity and productivity. HUAWEI HUAWEI MatePad 12 X will be available in UAE on October 3rd with pre-orders starting on September 26th at AED 1699 from Huawei’s online platforms as well as certified retailers.
Artificial Intelligence
Acer Expands Copilot+ PC Line with New Swift AI and Swift Go 14 AI Laptops
Acer has launched its latest Swift laptops, powered by the new Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2). The Swift 14 AI and Swift 16 AI Copilot+ PCs offer exceptional AI performance, sleek designs, and a suite of AI-powered features. Equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors, these laptops deliver up to 48 trillion operations per second (TOPS) of NPU AI performance. This enables them to accelerate generative AI tasks and creations with ease. The laptops also feature advanced security features, including biometric security and hardware-level protection, to safeguard user data.
The Swift 14 AI and Swift 16 AI boast premium aluminium chassis and stunning OLED displays with 90 Hz refresh rates and HDR TrueBlack 500 certification. The laptops also offer exceptional battery life, thanks to efficient power management and the new Intel Core Ultra processors. Acer’s suite of AI features includes Copilot+, which provides intelligent assistance for various tasks. The laptops also feature AcerSense, which allows users to control system settings and access AI features with a single click. Additionally, Acer Assist offers AI-powered document search and troubleshooting, while Acer PurifiedView and PurifiedVoice enhance video conferencing experiences.
The Swift 14 AI and Swift 16 AI are Copilot+ PCs, offering a new era of productivity and efficiency. With Copilot, users can access AI-powered tools like Cocreator for image generation and Live Captions for real-time speech translation. The Acer Swift Go 14 AI, powered by a Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processor, offers exceptional performance and long battery life. It is designed for everyday users who seek a powerful and accessible AI-powered laptop.
Acer’s new Swift laptops offer a combination of powerful AI performance, sleek designs, and innovative features. Whether you’re a creative professional, a student, or a business user, these laptops have something to offer.
Earbuds
Sony’s WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 Now Available in Smoky Pink Variant
Sony has announced a new colour addition to their 1000X noise-cancelling headphones. Released in collaboration with K-Pop girl group LE SSERAFIM, the WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones are now available in Smoky Pink. Both the WH-1000XM5 headphones and WF-1000XM5 earbuds offer noise-cancelling features and great audio quality. The WF-1000XM5 currently comes in black and platinum silver, while the WH-1000XM5 comes in black, platinum silver and midnight blue.
The Smoky Pink colour is soft and sophisticated, with a powdery matte texture that boosts your style. This colour fits perfectly with LE SSERAFIM’s aesthetic and their newly unveiled partnership with Sony’s For The Music campaign.
The record-breaking K-pop giants are known for their fearless attitude, chic fashion sensibilities, and empowering songs, which have resulted in multiple entries on the Billboard Hot 100 and 200 charts. With 20M+ combined followers on social platforms and a diehard global fanbase, there’s no question that LE SSERAFIM is a mainstay in the genre and one of the most exciting acts to watch in 2024 and beyond.
LE SSERAFIM also stars in Sony’s campaign for the WH-1000XM5 headphones and WF-1000XM5 earbuds, featuring their new song “CRAZY” from their same-titled fourth mini album, which was released on August 30th. “The connection we have with our fans is everything, and we can’t wait for them to be able to experience our music with Sony’s awesome Smoky Pink 1000X headphones and earbuds,” said LE SSERAFIM.
The Smoky Pink WH-1000XM5 headphones and WF-1000XM5 earbuds will be available in the Middle East and Africa from October 2024.