The current tech product landscape is as exciting as ever, we see many innovative designs, cutting-edge features, and astronomical improvements in how they enhance the life of consumers. The HUAWEI Consumer Business Group has announced and launched a series of new technologically advanced flagship products. From revolutionary smartphones, laptops, to trendy wearables and more – consumers and tech enthusiasts alike, are spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting the latest and greatest products to help them get things done.

Here’s a breakdown of the innovative and smart products:

The HUAWEI P60 Pro: Exquisite art and technology

In the ever-evolving world of smartphones, the battle for supremacy is a never-ending spectacle. With every new flagship release, we see HUAWEI bringing new and improved features to one-up the competition. Design is where smartphones first flex their muscles, and the HUAWEI P60 Pro is no exception. This stunner rocks the Rococo Pearl finish, a gorgeous blend of modern technology with an 18th-century French art style that’ll make heads turn.

The new Quad-Curve Display is an absolute treat for the eyes. With the screen curving around the edges, you’re in for an immersive experience. Whether you’re binging on movies, gaming like a champ, or scrolling through social feeds, it’s crafted with your comfort in mind.

With its Ultra Lighting Telephoto Camera, you can be sure to capture breathtakingly detailed images, even when you’re out and about on a dimly lit night. The Ultra Lighting Telephoto Camera captures the invisible wonders of the night with ease, all thanks to its unmatched ability to let in light better than ever before.

Thanks to the durable Kunlun Glass, the HUAWEI P60 Pro can withstand life’s little mishaps. This specially crafted glass has ten times drop resistance. With a 4815 mAh battery, the phone will keep up with your non-stop on-the-go lifestyle, from morning workouts to late-night socialising. And when your phone needs a little powering up, the ultra-fast 88W HUAWEI SuperCharge has got you covered.

The HUAWEI Mate X3: An extremely lightweight design, durable build, and next-level camera

The HUAWEI Mate X3 pushes the limits of imagination with its ultra-light weight of 239g and an astounding thickness of just 11.08mm when folded, and 5.3mm when unfolded, making it the world’s slimmest and lightest large-screen foldable smartphone. The rounded, quad-curved body offers an unparalleled comfortable and smooth grip.

The HUAWEI Mate X3 sets a new standard in imaging with Ultra Vision XMAGE technology. The smartphone is equipped with a 50 MP Ultra Vision Main Camera, a 13 MP Ultra-Wide-Angle Camera, and a 12 MP Periscope Telephoto Camera. The periscope telephoto lens supports a maximum of 5x optical zoom and 50x digital zoom. Moreover, the HUAWEI Mate X3’s main camera and telephoto lens come with an RYYB sensor, which takes in 40% more light, generating vivid images even in dimly lit environments.

The immersive large-screen experience is a significant advantage of foldable screen phones. Its new HUAWEI X-TrueTM technology allows users to enjoy a detailed, accurate colour display and an immersive, authentic visual experience. The HUAWEI Mate X3 screen comes with a 6.4-inch 3D OLED exterior screen and a 7.85-inch foldable OLED internal screen. Both interior and exterior screens support ultra-high resolution and a 426 PPI pixel density. It is also the first foldable smartphone to receive two TÜV Rheinland Certifications for Colour Accuracy and Precise Colour Projection.

What’s more, the HUAWEI Mate X3 introduces a dual-screen layout and a newly optimised smart multi-window, which supports Vertical Split-Screen mode and Horizontal Split-Screen mode.

The new Power-S and Power-M products

HUAWEI also launched the new Power-S product, a seamless solar hybrid power and backup solution that is suitable for commercial and industrial scenarios.  It is an all-in-one design product that supports simple installation, and users can flexibly expand the capacity of batteries and power modules that supports flexible sizing for every budget. The Power-M new offer was also launched, with a recommended retail price from R69999. Purchasing these products can help South Africans avoid loadshedding and effectively light up your home or business.

Alongside the HUAWEI P60 Pro, HUAWEI Mate X3 and the HUAWEI Power products, HUAWEI also announced the upcoming launch of the HUAWEI Watch Ultimate, HUAWEI MateBook X Pro and the HUAWEI Watch 4 in July 2023.

The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate, the all-new flagship smartwatch embodies the pinnacle of technology and design innovation amongst HUAWEI’s wearables.

Boasting a skin-soothing metallic body, the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro delivers impressive looks and performance, powered by a 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processor.

The all-new HUAWEI Watch 4 boasts premium futuristic aesthetic design, combined with the most advanced suite of health management features.

Pre- order now

From 19 May to 31 May 2023, you can pre-order the HUAWEI P60 Pro from the HUAWEI online store and get the HUAWEI Watch GT3 SE and FreeBuds 5i For Free. The HUAWEI Watch GT3 SE is valued R4499 and the FreeBuds 5i are R1699. T&Cs apply / Limited Stock.

The HUAWEI P60 Pro is R24 999 and will be on sale from the 1 June 2023. And if you are interested in the HUAWEI Mate X3, you can purchase the smartphone for R44 999 from 1 June 2023.

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Rectron, a leading South African distributor of IT products, has opened a fully equipped Technolab at Ntabenkonyana SS School near Middledrift in the Eastern Cape. Over R500 000 in state-of-the-art computer equipment and infrastructure was donated and installed in the new facility by Rectron.

“Earlier this week, we were in the Eastern Cape province to continue our work under our Progressive Educational Upliftment (PEU) CSI programme to empower the youth with the right tech skills and knowledge for a digital career,” says Kutlwano Rawana, Chief of People at Rectron. “Our Technolabs initiative aims to level the playing field and ensure that all students, from different backgrounds have access to the technology they need.”

Rectron worked closely with the Ziphozihle Siwa Foundation to identify a school where a digital facility sponsorship such as a Technolab would not only benefit the learners, but that of the wider rural community. The foundation will continue to work closely with the school to ensure Rectron’s Technolab continues to have a sustainable impact long into the future.

“We are excited and welcome the initiative and sponsorship by Rectron. Access to opportunities by rural communities is most urgent at this time,” says Bishop Ziphozihle Siwa. “The sponsorship of the Technolab will go a long way in boosting the morale and add much value to what the school seeks to achieve.”

This is the sixth Technolab that Rectron has opened since the PEU initiative was first launched in 2022. After months of discussions with the teachers at Ntabenkonyana SS School and the Ziphozihle Siwa Foundation, Rectron was able to understand what the immediate needs of the learners were and deliver the right equipment that would help create a positive impact. Learners now have access to a classroom that is kitted out with state-of-the-art computers and screens as well as software. In addition to this, EcoFlow, a leading eco-friendly energy solution company, has also donated 24 DELTA series portable power stations.

“Knowing the impact load shedding is having around the country, we wanted to ensure that lessons remained uninterrupted for the learners and educators at Ntabenkonyana Secondary School,” says Joy Wu, Head of LAMEA & APAC at EcoFlow. “EcoFlow aims to empower people around the world to live, dream and explore without limits. We know that our energy solutions will further support Rectron’s PEU initiative.”

Rectron also partnered with Cricut, Scancode and AOC who sponsored various equipment and expertise to complete the Technolab, while Canon kindly donated food packs to the 488 learners at the launch of the Technolab on 16 May.

“While access to digital devices like computers is important, training and support are crucial to ensure that the Technolab lives up to its full potential,” says Rawana. “On top of the donation and installation, we will work with teachers at Ntabenkonyana SS School and the Eastern Cape Department of Basic Education to ensure that they are empowered to support the institution’s educational outcomes and promote digital literacy.”

“According to a 2020 Stats SA report on education, just under a third (32.2%) of South Africans between the ages of 5 and 24 had access to a laptop or desktop. This is a troubling statistic in today’s modern age where digital skills are no longer a nice-to-have in the workplace but an absolute necessity,” says Spencer Chen, Chief Executive Officer at Rectron. “Our PEU initiative is focused on changing this statistic in South Africa’s under resourced schools and ensuring that we can create more opportunities for our country’s youth.”

Earlier this year, Rectron received the news that one of its previous Technolab recipients Tshelenkosi Secondary School in Stanger achieved a 90.3% Matric pass rate for 2022. This is a huge increase from its 2021 pass rate of 65% and demonstrates the impact digital resources can have on a school.

“I think I speak for all the learners and teachers of Ntabenkonyana SS School when I say we could not be more excited to hold our first lesson in our new Technolab,” says Charmaine Nel, Principal of Ntabenkonyana SS School. “On the surface this might be a high-tech facility, but on a deeper level this is an important investment in our community’s future. Rectron’s Technolab will be a vital tool in providing the right digital education and skills development to our learners.”

About Rectron 

Rectron is an innovative company that distributes ICT products to improve people’s lives. Its comprehensive offering, which includes cloud, networking, datacentre, surveillance, power and end user computing solutions, enables it to provide truly end-to-end solutions to clients. Established in 1995, the company has years of experience in understanding market challenges and is constantly expanding its products and service offering through trusted partnerships with leading ICT brands. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of the JSE-listed Mustek Limited, Rectron has a broad national footprint with the ability to service resellers and retailers across southern Africa. For more information about Rectron, visit: www.rectron.co.za or phone: +27 11 203 1000.

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