Huawei MatePad Mini Launch – Ultra Slim Tablet with SIM & HarmonyOS

Huawei Launches MatePad Mini: A Compact Yet Powerful Tablet to Rival iPad Mini

Huawei has officially introduced its first flagship mini tablet, the Huawei MatePad Mini, at its launch event in Shenzhen. Marketed under the slogan “super powerful, super mini,” the new device packs premium performance into an ultra-slim and lightweight design, while being tightly integrated into the HarmonyOS ecosystem. With this launch, Huawei aims to carve a strong position in the small-tablet market, long dominated by Apple’s iPad mini.

Why the MatePad Mini Stands Out

The MatePad Mini enters a category that has been underserved for years. Competing directly with Apple’s iPad mini and Xiaomi’s budget offerings, Huawei adds unique features that make its tablet more versatile. Most notably, it is the first tablet in the industry to support SIM card phone calls, blurring the line between tablets and smartphones. The device also supports Wi-Fi 7 and two-way Beidou satellite messaging, enabling emergency communication even when no ground network is available.

Key Specifications and Design

Display: 8.8-inch flexible OLED panel, 2.5K resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate, 1,800 nits peak brightness, TÜV Rheinland low blue light certification.

Dimensions: Ultra-slim at just 5.1 mm thick and weighing 255 g — thinner and lighter than the iPad mini.

Colors: Available in black, white, green, and red.

Performance: Runs on HarmonyOS 5.1 with support for the HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro stylus offering 2 ms ultra-low latency.

Battery: 6,400 mAh capacity with 66W SuperCharge, reaching 60% charge in 30 minutes.

Camera: 32 MP front camera with RAW-level portrait support for video calls, vlogging, and live streaming.

Pricing and Variants

12GB + 256GB: RMB 3,299 (approx. $460)

16GB + 1TB: RMB 6,499 (approx. $910)

With these options, Huawei provides flexibility for both mainstream users and power users needing higher storage capacity.

Beyond Tablets: Huawei’s New Triple-Fold Phone

Alongside the MatePad Mini, Huawei also revealed its groundbreaking Mate XTs triple-fold smartphone. Priced at RMB 17,999 (around $2,500), the device runs on the Kirin 9020 chipset and HarmonyOS 5.0. Its Z-shaped folding design expands to a 10.2-inch display, supports PC-level multitasking, and carries a 5,600 mAh battery. The Mate XTs is set to hit the market on September 12.

Conclusion

With the MatePad Mini, Huawei is setting a bold new standard for compact tablets by combining portability, power, and connectivity in one package. Its slim profile, SIM-card support, satellite messaging, and HarmonyOS ecosystem give it an advantage that could challenge the iPad mi

ni’s dominance and reshape the small-tablet market.