Huawei Unveils New ‘Business-Styled’ MateBook Laptops

Huawei has introduced a trio of new MateBook laptops, expanding its mobile portfolio and building on its success in delivering attractive and powerful high-end devices. The company claims the HUAWEI MateBook X, HUAWEI MateBook E and HUAWEI MateBook D feature new advances redefining the intersection of mobility and personal computing. The new trio of MateBooks will begin shipping over the summer of 2017.

MateBook models include:

HUAWEI MateBook X: A 13-inch fanless notebook design with an 88 percent screen-to-body ratio and 4.4mm bezels. It includes a choice of 7th Generation “Kaby Lake” Intel Core i7 or i5 processors, Dolby Atmos Sound System and an innovative fingerprint-ready power button with encrypted chip.

HUAWEI MateBook E: A 2-in-1 notebook with a screen-to-body ratio of 84 percent, a new Folio Keyboard with a maximum angle of adjustment that can reach up to 160 degrees, a choice of 7th Generation Kaby Lake Intel Core i5 or m3 processors and 2K touch screen display.

HUAWEI MateBook D: A 15.6-inch notebook with an 83 percent screen-to-body ratio, a 178-degree viewing angle, a choice of 7th Generation Kaby Lake Intel Core i7 or i5 processors, optional NVIDIA GeForce 940MX Graphics, and Dolby Atmos Sound System.

“At Huawei, we strive to bring new advances to market that inspire people to imagine and explore whats next our new flagship series of beautifully crafted MateBooks makes this possible,” said Richard Yu, CEO, Huawei Consumer Business Group. “With a stunning new design aesthetic and outstanding performance, the MateBook X and D are the first devices that feature the impressive Dolby Atmos Sound System. Perfectly complementing our smartphones, wearables and smart IoT solutions, the groundbreaking MateBook X, MateBook D and MateBook E meet our consumers vision for a complete, connected digital world. This is business – styled.”

A Trio of Devices: Style, Mobility and Global Connectivity

The HUAWEI MateBook X is designed for exceptional performance, combining advanced features to meet consumers demands for an efficient and stylish device. It features an 88 percent screen-to-body ratio and 4.4mm bezels, as well as an impressive 3:2 aspect ratio, offering users a better visual experience. With HUAWEI Space Cooling Technology, Microencapsulated Phase Change Material commonly used in the aerospace field has been applied to the HUAWEI MateBook X, making the device a fanless 13-inch notebook with 7th Generation Intel Core i7 or i5 processors inside. The fanless design delivers a compact body, improved ergonomics and silent operation, while reducing malfunctions related to fan blockages and dust. Inspired by Huaweis flagship products premium and chic aesthetic style, the HUAWEI MateBook X is available in three colors: Prestige Gold, Space Gray and Rose Gold.

Additionally, the HUAWEI MateBook X features a 2K display screen with Corning Gorilla Glass and eye comfort technology, and boasts a 41.4Wh battery. The HUAWEI MateBook X is also the first notebook to feature Dolby Atmos Sound System with speakers co-designed with Dolby. For the first time ever on a notebook, users will enjoy enhanced surround sound with immersive overhead audio from the built-in speakers. “We’re thrilled to partner with Huawei to launch Dolby Atmos Sound System to the world,” said Giles Baker, Senior Vice President, Consumer Entertainment, Dolby Laboratories. “This is no ordinary laptop audio system. We worked diligently to engineer a complete solution, ensuring unprecedented alignment between hardware and software. The result is a breathtaking, immersive audio experience of which we are tremendously proud.”

The HUAWEI MateBook X leverages Huawei’s smartphone fingerprint technologies, integrating a fingerprint sensor into the power button. Working with Windows Hello, a new feature in Windows 10, users can instantly sign into the device with their fingerprint. The devices built-in MateBook Manager* facilitates easy connectivity between Huawei smartphones and the MateBook.

Notes:

*Some functions of MateBook Manager will be available in Q3 of 2017, on selected models of Huawei Smartphones.

** Availability of accessories may vary according to markets.

***Pricing will vary across markets.

Source: Huawei

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